Two Boer Mausers - The History, Mechanics and Firing Characteristics of the Mauser Model 1893 Rifle and Carbine

filler

Title: Paperback
Price:
Sale price£25.00

Description

Antique weapons experts Leo and Guy West have produced another splendid and informative gun book to add to their growing series, this time featuring the Mauser Model 1893 as used by the Dutch farmers-turned-guerilla-fighters from Transvaal and South Africa during the conflict that became known as the Boer War. 


The bond between the Boers and the Mauser is legendary, so much so that the Almighty himself is associated with the weapon in their famous motto “Trust in God and the Mauser.”


The Boers’ fieldcraft, marksmanship and mobility were renowned, making them dangerous opponents, and this, along with their accurate an powerful Mausers, proed a lethal combination, as British forces in the Boer War discovered to their cost.


This book analyses in detail two examples of the Z.A.R. Boer War Mauser Model 1893 (M/93) used by the Boers, a rifle and a carbine, as well as accompanying accessories, and offers an appraisal of handling and range based on live firing these historic weapons.


Many close-up colour illustrations and photographs show details of such things as maker's proofing marks and subtle differences between various manufacturers. 


These rifles are also famous for having unnoficial carvings on their butts denoting their ownership and examples of these are also shown.


Detailed diagrams of the bolt and trigger mechanisms, sights, etc are provided, along with examples of various types of ammunition, assorted bayonets and sundry other accessories.


The information contained within this book makes it a very useful guide for collectors and dealers.

Details

Publisher - Woodfield Publishing

Language - English

Paperback

Contributors

Author

Leonard Alston-Roberts-West

Guy Alston-Roberts-West

Guy Alston-Roberts-West


Published Date - July 14 2024

ISBN - 9781846832017

Dimensions - 29.7 x 21.0 x 0.6 cm

Page Count - 80

Payment & Security

American Express Apple Pay Diners Club Discover Maestro Mastercard Shop Pay Union Pay Visa

Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.

You may also like

Recently viewed