Collectors hunt for Argentine 1909 Mausers with the crest still on the receiver, and this one adds a rare detail. The seller describes a receiver in the white, with the crest intact, and the rifle comes with its bayonet. It is a used rifle made primarily by Deutsche Waffen und Munitionsfabriken in Berlin.

It is a bolt-action rifle in 7.65x53mm Argentine with a 29-inch barrel and a five-round internal magazine fed by stripper clips. It uses the Mauser 98 action with controlled-round feed. The seller calls the Argentine 1909 one of the finest military Mausers ever produced, noting the craftsmanship and the smooth action.

A receiver in the white is unusual, since most surplus rifles have blued or darkened metal. It gives the rifle a bright look and makes the crest stand out. Ask for close-up photos if you want to see the condition of the finish and the markings.

If you plan to shoot, have the headspace checked, and use ammunition suited to the cartridge. Otherwise, this is a rifle that rewards careful display. Keep a light coat of oil on the metal, and handle the white finish with clean hands. It is sold as described, in used condition. The rifle ships to your local FFL dealer, where the background check is completed.