antique revolver Archives - Eisel Armory https://eiselarmory.com/tag/antique-revolver/ Sun, 28 Jun 2026 19:23:02 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 New Military Collectibles Just Added | Historic Firearms, Medals & Militaria https://eiselarmory.com/2026/06/22/featured-military-collectibles-june-2026/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=featured-military-collectibles-june-2026 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 07:18:00 +0000 https://eiselarmory.com/?p=1028 The Rifle That Changed the Battlefield: WWII Walther G43 The WWII German G43 was one of Germany’s few semi-automatic service rifles, giving soldiers faster follow-up shots than the standard bolt-action Kar98k. Good condition WWII German G43 semi auto rifle in 8mm Mauser (7.92 x 57) caliber that is marked “ac 44” on the receiver side rail for manufacture by […]

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The Rifle That Changed the Battlefield: WWII Walther G43

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The WWII German G43 was one of Germany's few semi-automatic service rifles, giving soldiers faster follow-up shots than the standard bolt-action Kar98k.

Good condition WWII German G43 semi auto rifle in 8mm Mauser (7.92 x 57) caliber that is marked “ac 44” on the receiver side rail for manufacture by Walther in 1944. Rifle is NOT import marked and has matching serial numbers on the receiver and stock. Bolt does not match. Metal finish is original blued and gray phosphate showing some wear. Barrel has some pitting. Bore is bright and excellent with strong rifling. Stock has original finish and shows some normal handling marks. Left side buttstock, underside of wrist, and underside of buttstock have Waffenamts. Underside of buttstock also has a matching serial number. Complete with correct original cleaning rod and front sight hood. A good example of a classic WWII German G43 rifle. 

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A Revolutionary War Legacy in Steel

Fine condition original antique Civil War US Model 1861 Special Rifle Musket in .58 percussion caliber that has nice Colt manufacturer markings on the lock and dated 1863. Barrel has “VP” and eagle head proof marks and is also dated 1863. Metal finish is nice original “in the white” with a few areas of brown patina. Bore is bright and excellent with strong rifling. Stock has original finish and crisp edges with a few normal handling marks. Top of wrist has a small hairline behind the nipple. Complete with correct original ramrod. A beautiful example that will make an excellent addition to a collection! 

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Flintlock muskets like this helped shape military history and remained standard battlefield arms for over 150 years.

A Battle-Tested Bolt-Action Legend

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Bolt-action military rifles like this earned a reputation for rugged reliability and remained in service around the world for decades.

Very good condition antique Imperial Russian Model 1891 Mosin Nagant Rifle in 7.62 x 54r caliber that was manufactured by Chatellerault Arsenal in France in 1893, as marked on the barrel. Rifle was captured and reissued by the Finns and has the Finnish army “boxed SA” property marking on the left side of the barrel shank. Rifle is NOT import marked. Bolt was Finn renumbered to match the barrel. Floorplate and buttplate do not match, but buttplate is Chatellerault manufactured. Metal finish is Finn arsenal reblue showing some wear. Bore is fair with some pitting and shows some wear to the rifling. Has been counter bored at the muzzle. Finnish stock has original finish and shows some normal handling marks. Right side buttstock has a Finn arms depot cartouche. Complete with correct original cleaning rod. A nice example of a rare Chatellerault manufactured M91 Mosin Nagant Rifle. 

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Small Rifle, Big History

Very good condition Swedish Model 1894/16 Mauser Carbine in 6.5 x 55mm caliber that was manufactured by Carl Gustafs in 1918, as marked on the receiver. Gun is NOT import marked and has all matching serial numbers. Has the importer-added barrel extension at the muzzle. Metal finish is nice original blue showing a little normal wear. Bore is bright and excellent with strong rifling. Stock has been lightly sanded and shows some normal handling marks. Right side buttstock has original sling attachment buckle. A nice Swede M94/14 Mauser Carbine with matching numbers. 

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Many bolt-action military rifles remained in frontline and reserve service for decades thanks to their exceptional durability and accuracy.

A Pocket-Sized Piece of Military History

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Compact military revolvers like this were prized as reliable sidearms for officers, cavalry, and military police during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Good condition antique Imperial German Model 1883 Reichs Revolver in 10.6 x 25Rmm caliber that is maker marked “F.W. DREYSE SOEMMERDA” on the left side of the frame. Mechanically functions fine. Gun is NOT import marked and has all matching serial numbers. Unit marked “9.T.S.3.70.” on the backstrap for a Medical Detachment of a Service Battalion. Metal finish is original blue showing some wear. Grip straps have some pitting. Bore is good with strong rifling and some pitting. Wood grips have original finish and a good tight fit with some normal handling marks. Original lanyard ring works fine. A good example of a German M1883 Reichs Revolver for your collection. 

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A Rare Piece of WWII Aviation History

Very good condition original WWII German Luftwaffe officer visor cap. Shows some normal wear and staining. Nice original bullion insignia. Complete with original chinstrap. Leather sweatband is supple with some wear and flaking and has a tear. Lining shows some normal wear and staining. Nice honest Luftwaffe officer visor cap that will make a fine addition to a collection! 

 

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Luftwaffe officer visor caps were worn by German Air Force officers and featured distinctive silver piping and embroidered insignia to indicate rank and branch of service.

A Classic Military Rifle with Timeless Appeal

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Many military bolt-action rifles remained in service well into the Cold War because of their rugged reliability and accuracy.

Very good condition WWII Yugoslavian Model 1924 Mauser Short Rifle in 8mm Mauser (7.92 x 57) caliber that is the rare cavalry carbine with a distinctive bent bolt handle that has a checkered knob. Gun has a nice Yugoslavian crest on the receiver ring and Kragujevac Arsenal markings on the receiver side rail. Rifle is NOT import marked and has all matching serial numbers. Metal finish is original blue showing some normal wear. Bore is very good and bright with strong rifling. Stock has been sanded and refinished. Left side buttstock has a faint matching serial number. Buttstock has a WWII German added bolt takedown washer. Right side buttstock has a faint, partially visible King Peter II cypher cartouche that is obscured by the washer. Complete with correct original cleaning rod. A rare Mauser variation that will make a fine addition to a collection. 

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An Antique Military Rifle with Enduring History

Very good condition antique French Mle 1866 Chassepot Cavalry Carbine in 11mm needle fire caliber that has St. Etienne Arsenal and model designation markings on the receiver and dated 1870 on the barrel. Rifle is NOT import marked and has all matching serial numbers. Mechanically functions fine and is complete including bolt head obturator and intact needle. Metal finish is original “in the white” with some scattered graying and light pitting. Stock has original finish and shows some handling marks. Forend has a few repaired cracks between the rear and middle bands. Left side buttstock has a matching serial number. Right side buttstock has a May 1870 dated roundel cartouche and intact wooden plug. Complete with correct original clearing rod. A rare Chassepot Cavalry Carbine that will make a fine addition to a collection! 

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Many 19th-century military rifles were later updated or converted, allowing them to remain in service long after they were first issue

A Legendary Rifle That Stood the Test of Time

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The Mauser bolt-action design became one of the most influential rifle systems in history, inspiring military rifles around the world for decades.

Very good condition WWII German 98k Mauser Rifle that is marked “byf 41” on the receiver ring for manufacture by Oberndorf in 1941. Rifle was reissued in Norway after the war and has the Norwegian army “HAER” marking on the left side of the receiver. Converted to .30-06 caliber as part of the reissue, and is so marked on the barrel. Rifle is import marked on the barrel and has Norwegian applied matching serial numbers on the receiver, bolt body, and buttplate. Original German numbers do not match. Metal finish is nice Norwegian arsenal reblue showing a little normal wear. Bore is very good and bright with strong rifling. Stock was Norwegian arsenal refinished and shows some normal handling marks. Right side buttstock has Kriegsmarine (Navy) “eagle M” and Waffenamt cartouches. Complete with correct original cleaning rod and front sight hood. A hard to find Norwegian reissued 98k Mauser Rifle that will make a fine addition to a collection. 

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A Distinguished Medal Bar with a Story to Tell

Very good condition original WWI Imperial German medal bar. The 4-place example has the following awards, from left to right: Franco-Prussian War Medal with “BEAUMONT”, “SEDAN”, and “PARIS” bars, Austro-Prussian War Cross, Kaiser Wilhelm Centenary 1897 Medal, and Prussian Long Service Clasp 4thClass. Medals have nice detail and original finish. Correct original ribbons show some normal wear and staining. Complete with attachment pin and catch. Nice Imperial German medal bar that will make a fine addition to a collection. 

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Medal bars like this were proudly worn by veterans to display multiple awards earned through years of military service and dedication.

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