Original German Pre-WWI Gewehr 88/05 S Commission Rifle by Amberg Arsenal - Dated 1891 Technical Books Given to grandfather of Hr

Given to grandfather of Hr

were concealed for security purposes behind names such as the "Joint Technical Board" or the "Inter-Service Research Bureau"

000 troops and heavy civilian casualties

though it has dried over time

Anthony Carter in his fine book GERMAN BAYONETS

Original German Pre-WWI Gewehr 88/05 S Commission Rifle by Amberg Arsenal - Dated 1891 Technical Books Given to grandfather of HrOriginal Item: Only one Available. This is a good example of the iconic German Gewehr 1888 "Commission Rifle", also known as the Gewehr 88, or GEW 88. It was manufactured at the Amberg Arsenal, located in Bavaria, and most likely first saw use with a regiment in the Bavarian Army. The rifle then and then saw long service, as indicated by the large number of different markings on the gun. The Upper Barrel band is marked B. R. E. 2. 239. This marking,