Spain adopted a short Mauser rifle in 1916, and many were later reworked for modern cartridges. This Mauser M1916 is chambered in 7.62x51 NATO, with a 21 inch barrel and a five round magazine. The finish is black blued. The rifle is used, and the seller says it appears in good shape for its age.

The listing points to the long wood stock, the straight bolt handle and the military sights that make the M1916 recognizable. Those are the features that give the rifle its character, and they tell you the rifle remains close to its original form on the outside.

A Spanish Mauser rechambered for 7.62 NATO is a practical thing, since modern .308-class ammunition is easy to find and cheap. Before shooting, have a gunsmith confirm the chamber and headspace, because converted military rifles vary in how well the work was done. It is worth the cost of a safety check.

For collectors, the interest is in the Spanish arsenal marks and the story of the rifle's later life. For shooters, it is a rugged and short bolt gun.

It is sold as described. It ships to a licensed dealer you choose, and the background check is completed there.