Original German Mauser Model K.1871 Carbine by Spandau Arsenal Dated 1879 - Matching Serial No. 8634 MG 34 Reciever Assembly A July 1944 story reported

A July 1944 story reported that Clayman had been awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for gallantry

The metalwork has a nice aged grey patina

This would probably indicate issue to the Schutzpolizei (Protection Police) of the Dresden Metropolitan Area

This coin is a KING GEORGE VI HALF CROWN dated 1940

The flag still retains the leather corner tabs in great condition

Original German Mauser Model K.1871 Carbine by Spandau Arsenal Dated 1879 - Matching Serial No. 8634 MG 34 Reciever Assembly A July 1944 story reportedOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a nice service used example of the Mauser Karabiner (Carbine) Model 1871, manufactured by Spandau Arsenal in Berlin. These shorter versions are harder to find, and were intended for use by cavalry and lancers. It is covered with Imperial German inspection and acceptance markings, standard for these carbines. The serial number 8634 appears on the barrel, receiver, bolt, butt plate, and nose cap, with many of