An oldie

[hankpac]

Owned by the mom of a fallen American Warrior, and passed down from her grandfather.
this rifle has Arabic looking writing on it, and an adjustable sight for longer ranges. Any idea of make, manufacturer or interpretation of script, or proof marks? Thanks, gents.

 

[Dan M]

Turkish M1887 Mauser

 

[Dan M]

M1887 Mauser | MilitaryRifles.com

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[C4N4DIAN]

Owned by the mom of a fallen American Warrior, and passed down from her grandfather.
this rifle has Arabic looking writing on it, and an adjustable sight for longer ranges. Any idea of make, manufacturer or interpretation of script, or proof marks? Thanks, gents.View attachment 7218628View attachment 7218606View attachment 7218611

looks like a turkish mauser.

 

[Dan M]

looks like a turkish mauser.

Because it is... as I said before, it is a Mauser Model of 1887 Turkish contract rifle in caliber 9.5x60R black powder cartridge.The design is a variation/refinement of the Mauser 71/84.

 

[hankpac]

THANKS guys.