Good condition WWI French Mle 1886 M93 Lebel Rifle in 8mm Lebel caliber that has Tulle Arsenal and model designation markings on the receiver. Barrel is marked “MA T” for Tulle Arsenal and dated 1917. Rifle is “Balle N” marked on the receiver and barrel. Rifle is NOT import marked and has all matching serial numbers except the bolt head, including barrel, bolt body, buttstock, and forend. Original blue finish is work to brown and gray patinas, with some light to moderate pitting. Bore is very good with strong rifling. Stock has original finish and shows some handling marks. Left side of wrist has a chip by the receiver tang. Underside of forend and left side buttstock have matching serial numbers. Mechanically functions fine including working magazine cutoff. A good example of a classic WWI made French Lebel infantry rifle.
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