Original German Pre-WWI Gewehr 88/05 S Commission Rifle by Erfurt Arsenal with Turkish Markings & Sling - Dated 1891 Russian Maxim 1910 indicating the branch to be

indicating the branch to be Infantry

it is extremely basic

The rifle has a back action percussion lock and is fitted with a set trigger

Randle’s “Slave labor” camp account also originated in this area

Original German Pre-WWI Gewehr 88/05 S Commission Rifle by Erfurt Arsenal with Turkish Markings & Sling - Dated 1891 Russian Maxim 1910 indicating the branch to beOriginal Item: Only one Available. This is a very good example of the iconic German Gewehr 1888 "Commission Rifle", also known as the Gewehr 88, or GEW 88. It was manufactured at the Erfurt Imperial Arsenal, located in Erfurt, Thuringia, in 1891. It then saw long service, as indicated by condition and mismatched serial numbers on the gun. The rifle still does have a regimental designation marked on it from a reserve unit, which means it is most likely