Sporterized rifles are a practical choice when the budget is tight and the goal is to shoot. This Mauser 1891 is an Argentine contract rifle, made by Loewe in Berlin, in 7.65x53mm Argentine Mauser. The listing reports an excellent bore and good working order. It has a 24 inch barrel, a blued finish and a five round magazine.

Because it has been sporterized, the original military furniture is no longer all there. The seller suggests it would make a plinking rifle, a parts gun or an action to build on. That is fair guidance, and the price shows it.

The 1891 is an early Mauser with a strong action and a smooth bolt. The 7.65x53mm round is a mid-power cartridge that handles light recoil and has been used for deer in South America and elsewhere. Ammunition is available from specialty makers, so check supply before you commit.

Look through the photos, then decide if it fits a project. It is sold as described and ships to a licensed dealer of your choice, where the background check is done.