Source: https://globerove.com/turkey/1893-turkish-mauser/
The Turkish Mauser 1893 rifle is perhaps the most popular rifle to have originated from Turkey. This historic rifle is highly sought after by gun collectors all over the world. Since all Model 1893's were made in 1894, 1895 and 1896 (regardless of what rebuild year is stamped on the receiver), all models of 1893 Turkish Mauser rifles are classified as antique firearms under U.S. Federal law in most** states and locales.
- Fair to Good condition — may be missing front sight
- Serial number on bolt and receiver do not match
- Could have rust and / or be pitting.
- Bore condition varies.
- Includes: complete bolt, action, trigger guard with magazine floor plate and spring installed
Please Note* Firearms are sold as collectables as there is no manufacturer’s warranty and no warranty of performance. Your gunsmith’s inspection will be needed before firing can be considered.
In the decade up to 1914, the Ottoman government invested heavily in the modernization of its army's weapons and equipment. This program concentrated on buying materials directly from foreign companies rather than building domestic industrial capacity. As part of this modernization process, the Ottoman government invited a German military mission to advise the army on its choice of modern weapons and how best to use them. Under the influence of these advisers most of the pre-war military contracts went to large German arms manufacturers, including Krupp, Mauser and Rheinmetall.1
The Model 1893 rifle was one of a series of rifles purchased by the Turkish government from Mauser in Germany. The terms of the contract with Mauser enabled the Turks to change the specifications of the rifles supplied, so as to keep pace with any new design developments which Mauser introduced into its products. In 1893, the Spanish Army introduced a Mauser rifle which featured a number of innovations. As a consequence, the Turkish Army ordered over 200,000 rifles of a very similar design, which they adopted as their Model 1893.
1930's Ankara Arsenal Conversion
1893 Mauser rifles have gone through a series of modifications with the passage of time. The most significant transformation in the configuration of this firearm took place when it was converted to an 8mm Mauser. The conversion took place in the early 1930s at the Ankara arsenal outlet.
Two possible techniques were used to transform the 1893 Mauser into an 8mm rifle. In some cases the old barrel was replaced with a new 8mm barrel, and in other cases, the existing barrel was bored out. The face of the receiver was cut into so as to enable it to load a longer bullet into its magazine. The magazine was then cut off and removed at the right side, and a thumbhole cut-out was made on the left side to facilitate stripper clip loading. Flanges were added to the modified rifles so as to hold the handguard in place. The handguard had retaining clips that would be fixed onto the barrel at the bottom; it was meant to be used when no retaining flange was attached to the rifle.
The magazine cutoff is unique among Mauser rifles to the Turkish model of 1893. The cut off allows the shooter to keep the magazine in reserve while single loading new cartridges. The U.S. Springfield Model 1903 also has this feature. The cut off was a side mounted slide that extended out on the right side of the receiver. This extension was often cut off during the rebuild process. This permitted a normal 1903 stock to be used. If the cut off extension is intact, then the old style, original, straight stock is almost certain to be used.2
Safety
The Model of 1893 can fire before the bolt is fully closed if you pull the trigger too early. Be especially careful to keep your finger off the trigger until the bolt is fully closed. A Mauser Patent of 1892 describes "a stud on upper front end of sear could enter slot in bolt only when action was fully locked. If trigger were pulled when action was not fully locked, stud contacted side of bolt and prevented sear from pivoting far enough to release firing mechanism." If the trigger is modified or worn, then this safety mechanism can be bypassed. This feature was removed in the Model 1898 because of the switch to cock on opening.2
1. https://nzhistory.govt.nz/war/ottoman-empire/weapons-of-the-ottoman-empire
2. https://www.turkmauser.com/
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Decent for the price
Mine came in ok shape. The receiver & bolt are in excellent condition. The barrel is in ok shape, but has a 1 inch downward warp which I should be able to tweak back into true with some gentle press work. All in all, a good buy, even if I end up replacing the barrel. Wish I'd bought a couple more before they ran out... :)
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good rifle
thank you for sending me a good rifle. its been used alot but all the parts seem to be there. very solid rifle.
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Second review!
Having purchased more I do feel I deserve to make a second review of these rifles. The second order was just as amazing as the first. All sharp rifling. Some standard minor pitting where the wood once was but nothing too extreme. A good cleaning and they look great. One I even reblued and it looks like brand new. 1 has matching bolt and receiver. 4 have matching receiver and barrel. Serial numbers range from 214** to 419**. No regrets!
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Great barreled action
I was some what skeptical with condition being in the fair to good range and was hoping for the best but realizing it might be a wall hanger. I was very satisfied when upon inspection, the rifling/bore is in good shape. Only bluing wear was on top of barrel and trigger guard/magazine area. Essentially the only spots not protected by wood showed wear. Bluing under wood was perfect. Missing front sight but mechanically good shape with some minor finish blemishes. Barrel in good shape. Very satisfied with purchase.
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very cool
cool barreled action. its nice, clean, its all there. i bought stock and in the process of mounting it. rifling is nice, and even the head space is good. i cant wait to go out and shoot it! thanks guys.
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Greasy
Mine is in great shape and absolutely covered in grease. Barrel is in good shape with nice clear rifling. All markings are clear and readable. Very pleased with it.
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Good bang for the buck
Was in better shape then I expected. Will make a great project/piece of history.
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Superb find!
These are without a doubt the next hot item for firearm enthusiasts. They have such character and charm that they will no doubt be something you will wish you had gotten or gotten more of. They are like a blank canvas for a custom build or a classic restoration. Absolutely beautiful examples of early Mausers.
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Great buy!
Bought one if these as soon as I got the email. Very happy with what I got. Shoes some wear but very crisp rifling and proof marks. Wish I had bought two for this price.