[Archive] 1891 Argentine Mauser Questions. I used to have a link to a chart that matched the serial number blocks to the. Engineers Carbine.

I have for sale my 1891 Argentine Carbine Receiver marked; MAUSER MODELO ARGENTINO 1891 MANUFACTURA LOWE BERLIN Serial number is A16xx, matches on receiver, barrel, bolt, floorplate. May be matching on stock as well but the stock number is not clearly readable.

Metal above the wood line is mostly bare with patina and some staining. Minor pitting at the wood line on the barrel. Blue below the wood line is approx. 80% Receiver crest is present and clear, as are all markings on carbine. Wood is very nice especially considering the age.

No breaks, cracks, or repairs. Carbine is as originally issued. Was not modified to accept bayo. Bore is very good with some wear and frost. All in all this is a nice original carbine.

Note: Carbine is an antique. Looking for $275.00 plus $30.00 shipping (FTF in Washington with valid ID) First 'I'll take it' to my email gets it.

Ive got my eye on an extremely well taken care of full size long rifle 1891 modelo argentino 7.65x53. At least 90% blueing, stock is beautiful with minor dings and look to be original (AR) shielded argentine stamps, everything matching, cleaning rod ect. Scrubbed crest of course, bore Bright shiny no pitting or any thing other than some dust. Couldn't do a crown test on it because the store obviously doesnt carry the argentine round being somewhat uncommon boolit. But the rifling is strong all the way to the crown so looks good.

Now to my questions. Quality wise, do these mausers compare to the 1909 or newer models? (i know there were advancements made on the newer models) what would a nice one go for in a store near you?

And * weird question * do any other mauser bayonets fit the 1891 argentine? (cheapest ones ive seen are 100$+ for the 1891) Any other comments or information about the rifle, owning, or buying the 1891 modelo argentino would be very appreciated (other than ammo price issues, or finding ammo which shouldn't be too hard). Mike, For $250, if the Model 1891 rifle is uncut (ie, not sporterized), and in nice condition with a clean bore, you got an excellent deal. Normal selling prices for ones with the scrubbed crests usually go for around $300-$500, and I've seen even higher prices asked (although rarely sold, unless the crest is intact). Is yours a Lowe or a DWM marked rifle?

I used to have a link to a chart that matched the serial number blocks to the year of manufacture, if I still have it I'll post it. Quality wise, you have nothing to worry about. Although it's succesor, the M1909 Argentine is built on the 98 action, and so is 'stronger', with the 7.65mm ammo, you won't have any issues at all with the M1891 action. It's very solid for that caliber, and should be a very accurate shooter. Frankly, unless they've been trashed over the years, or have a shot-out bore, the Pre-WW1 made Mausers are almost always going to be of better quality, fit, and finish than most of the modern commercial rifles you'll see in any gun store today.

Awesome thanks for the info, yes its an original Loewe modelo 1891 argentine, iam completely satisfied with my purchase, ill have to post some pics of it sometime, i pick it up after next weekend, and i have 60 rounds comming through the interwebs from aimsurplus, they sell the prvi partisan 180 grain soft point for 14-something per box o' 20. Going to try partisan out first because i was recommended it by a few shops. Now i just have to save another Benjamin or so for the short sword those Argentinian's call a bayonet. Thanks again for the price-guide, i still cant believe what a smoking deal i got, the mom n' pop shops still have what its got. Well i didnt wait to get any other feedback really, i HAD to buy this rifle too clean for such an old gun, ill try to get some pictures after i pick her up. 250$ out the door I have one a 'bubba'd' 1891 that was literally given to me.