Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this amazing bolt-action rifle today for a penny-start auction, this is the Oesterreichische Waffenfabrik- Gesellschaft Steyr Mannlicher-Schöenauer 1903!
Please Note: We recommend that this rifle be thoroughly inspected by a qualified gunsmith, as the barrel lacks a caliber marking, before any attempt at firing or use. A professional inspection will help determine its actual caliber.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Oesterreichische Waffenfabrik- Gesellschaft Steyr
Model: Mannlicher-Schöenauer 1903
Serial: 24083
Caliber: Unknown
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 17 5/8"
Optics/Sights: Bushnell Sportview 4x15mm Optic
Stock/Grips: Walnut Stock with Cheekpiece and Checkered Grips
Action: Bolt-Action
Markings: Standard / The left side of the receiver is marked “OESTERR. WAFFENFABR.-GES.STEYR”. The right side of the barrel shank is marked “24083”. The top of the receiver’s chamber ring is marked “Made In Austria / Patent / M1903”. The left side of the barrel shank is stamped with the “NPV” proof mark.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Mannlicher–Schönauer Model 1903 rifle, introduced in 1903 alongside the 6.5x54mm cartridge, represents one of the most refined and mechanically advanced bolt-action rifles of the early 20th century. It was the final collaborative design of two Austrian engineers: Ferdinand Ritter von Mannlicher, a prolific inventor whose earlier innovations included straight-pull and turn-bolt rifles, and Otto Schönauer, who developed the rifle’s most distinctive feature—a rotary drum magazine. This magazine, patented by Schönauer, used a spool-like design to hold five rounds and feed them with remarkable smoothness and reliability, a stark contrast to the more common staggered-feed box magazines of the era. The rifle also featured a strong, smooth bolt-action system and a flattened “butter knife” bolt handle, a signature aesthetic and ergonomic element that lowered the bolt profile for easier manipulation and transport.
Model: Mannlicher-Schöenauer 1903
Serial: 24083
Caliber: Unknown
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 17 5/8"
Optics/Sights: Bushnell Sportview 4x15mm Optic
Stock/Grips: Walnut Stock with Cheekpiece and Checkered Grips
Action: Bolt-Action
Markings: Standard / The left side of the receiver is marked “OESTERR. WAFFENFABR.-GES.STEYR”. The right side of the barrel shank is marked “24083”. The top of the receiver’s chamber ring is marked “Made In Austria / Patent / M1903”. The left side of the barrel shank is stamped with the “NPV” proof mark.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Mannlicher–Schönauer Model 1903 rifle, introduced in 1903 alongside the 6.5x54mm cartridge, represents one of the most refined and mechanically advanced bolt-action rifles of the early 20th century. It was the final collaborative design of two Austrian engineers: Ferdinand Ritter von Mannlicher, a prolific inventor whose earlier innovations included straight-pull and turn-bolt rifles, and Otto Schönauer, who developed the rifle’s most distinctive feature—a rotary drum magazine. This magazine, patented by Schönauer, used a spool-like design to hold five rounds and feed them with remarkable smoothness and reliability, a stark contrast to the more common staggered-feed box magazines of the era. The rifle also featured a strong, smooth bolt-action system and a flattened “butter knife” bolt handle, a signature aesthetic and ergonomic element that lowered the bolt profile for easier manipulation and transport.
Manufactured exclusively by Österreichische Waffenfabrik Gesellschaft in Steyr, Austria, the Model 1903 was adopted by both Austria and the Kingdom of Greece in its military form, with Greece being its primary user through the Balkan Wars, World War I, the Greco-Turkish War, and even into World War II. Steyr-produced variants included both military rifles and beautifully finished civilian sporting models, which quickly gained a reputation among hunters and professional guides worldwide for their accuracy, smooth operation, and craftsmanship. Famed users such as Ernest Hemingway and W.D.M. Bell praised the rifle’s handling and reliability in demanding hunting conditions.
Civilian versions were offered in a wide range of different calibers and configurations, including various barrel lengths, often with double-set triggers and finely checkered walnut stocks. The Mannlicher–Schönauer rifle’s exceptional machining, flush-fitting rotary magazine, and elegant balance made it a favorite in the field and a prized collectible. While it never saw the widespread military deployment of the Mauser 98, the Mannlicher–Schönauer is remembered as a mechanical masterpiece of pre-war rifle design and a landmark in sporting arms history.
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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