1895 Spanish Mauser

[Patriot78]

Just wondering. I came across a 1895 Span Mauser for about $600. Nice shape and all. Just wondering though, is this carbine considered C&R? Antique. Is there really a difference? And if so, if an antique, does one still have to go thru all the regular paperwork to purchase it?

 

[Buzzcook]

Yes it is a C&R. $600 seems a bit high unless the gun is in very very good condition.
They are good guns, fun to shoot and the 7x57 works fine for targets or game.

On edit, there's one on gunbroker for $1,500. So I guess $600 ain't too high.
http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=157624816

 

[simonkenton]

The date of manufacture is the date on the receiver ring.
If it is before 1899, it is an antique.

By federal law there is a big difference. An antique is not governed by federal law, it has the same legal standing to the feds as a muzzleloader.
In other words, no paperwork is required to buy an antique gun.

Local laws vary quite a bit. New Jersey law is tougher than federal law, and does regulate the sale of a rifle that by federal law is antique.