Original German Pre-WWI Karabiner 88 S Cavalry Carbine by Erfurt Arsenal dated 1890 - Matching Serial 9237 British Replica 45-75 as a standard long

45-75 as a standard long arm for many years with 750 rifles purchased for the force in 1883

the division was on military duty in the Bremen enclave

The blade also bears British acceptance and proof markings and a PAIR of facing BROAD ARROWS over an acceptance mark to certify that this weapon was "officially" SOLD OUT OF SERVICE

but overall excellent condition

Original German Pre-WWI Karabiner 88 S Cavalry Carbine by Erfurt Arsenal dated 1890 - Matching Serial 9237 British Replica 45-75 as a standard longOriginal Item: Only One Available. Adopted in 1888 the new German Infantry round in 7. 92 X 57mm replaced the old 10. 4mm large bore cartridge adopted in 1871. The M 1888 Rifle was referred to as the "Commission Rifle" and was manufactured as a full Infantry Rifle and a Carbine starting in 1888 and an Artillery Carbine adopted in 1891. Our example is of the Cavalry Carbine is marked over the chamber with (CROWN) ERFURT. 1890., for 1890 manufacture at