HI All,
I recently purchased a Mauser model 1871 Cavalry Carbine single shot in 11.15x60 or .43 Mauser. It has been in the same family for over 100 years here in a little town called Hahndorf. The first owner in that family was a member of the Hahndorf Rifle club and was a top class competitor, winning a number of annual events. The Hahndorf Rifle Club was established in 1864 and they still shoot their traditional style of shooting.
I have dies, and have ordered Bertram Brass and a CBE mould so should be able to see how it Shoots in 5 or 6 weeks.
Anyway, I will post Photos as soon as I can.
My initial question: The butt is stamped with the following B.2.TE.82. The B,T and E are in a gothic style and the numbers are much smaller. Can anyone identify this? Thanks