Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this outstanding bolt-action rifle today for a penny-start auction, this is the Waffenfabrik Steyr Austria 1912 “Chilean Contract”!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Waffenfabrik Steyr Austria
Model: 1912 “Chilean Contract”
Serial: A9152
Caliber: 7x57mm Mauser (AKA 7mm Mauser)
Finish: Blue “In The White”
Barrel Length: 29 1/4"
Optics/Sights: Blade Front with Adjustable Tangent Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Walnut
Action: Bolt-Action
Markings: Standard / The top of the receiver is stamped with the Chile Crest and “Modelo 1912”. The ejector wall is stamped “Waffenfabrik Steyr Austria”. The barrel is stamped “M12 7MM GERMANY C.A.I ST.ALB.VT”.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
In the realm of firearm history, the Model 1912 Steyr Rifle stands as a remarkable testament to innovation and adaptation. Emerging from efforts to modernize and enhance military equipment, this rifle made its debut just before the outbreak of World War I. The acquisition of the Model 1912 Rifle and Short Rifle was facilitated through purchases from the Österreichische Waffensfabriks-Gesellschaft of Austria, marking a crucial step in equipping armed forces for impending challenges. The Steyr Model 1912 closely resembles the German Gewehr 98 in design and showcases early 20th-century firearm innovation. Produced for export, this bolt-action rifle features sturdy construction, a pistol grip stock, and an "H"-type upper band, ensuring functionality and reliability. Its tangent rear sight is graduated up to 2,000 meters, allowing for precise long-range shooting. Various countries, including Mexico and Chile, adopted the Model 1912. The Model 1912 also served the Austro-Hungarian Army during the war. Many Model 1912s were converted to fire the 7.62x51mm Nato cartridge in 1961 and received the new name Modelo 12/61.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Model: 1912 “Chilean Contract”
Serial: A9152
Caliber: 7x57mm Mauser (AKA 7mm Mauser)
Finish: Blue “In The White”
Barrel Length: 29 1/4"
Optics/Sights: Blade Front with Adjustable Tangent Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Walnut
Action: Bolt-Action
Markings: Standard / The top of the receiver is stamped with the Chile Crest and “Modelo 1912”. The ejector wall is stamped “Waffenfabrik Steyr Austria”. The barrel is stamped “M12 7MM GERMANY C.A.I ST.ALB.VT”.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
In the realm of firearm history, the Model 1912 Steyr Rifle stands as a remarkable testament to innovation and adaptation. Emerging from efforts to modernize and enhance military equipment, this rifle made its debut just before the outbreak of World War I. The acquisition of the Model 1912 Rifle and Short Rifle was facilitated through purchases from the Österreichische Waffensfabriks-Gesellschaft of Austria, marking a crucial step in equipping armed forces for impending challenges. The Steyr Model 1912 closely resembles the German Gewehr 98 in design and showcases early 20th-century firearm innovation. Produced for export, this bolt-action rifle features sturdy construction, a pistol grip stock, and an "H"-type upper band, ensuring functionality and reliability. Its tangent rear sight is graduated up to 2,000 meters, allowing for precise long-range shooting. Various countries, including Mexico and Chile, adopted the Model 1912. The Model 1912 also served the Austro-Hungarian Army during the war. Many Model 1912s were converted to fire the 7.62x51mm Nato cartridge in 1961 and received the new name Modelo 12/61.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
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