Fn Mauser Serial Numbers
LSB#: 121004JM08 Make: Fabrique Nationale D’Armes De Guerre Herstal Belgique Model: FN Commercial Serial Number: 38454 Year of Manufacture: Early 1950’s (FN Logo on top of receiver and tapped for scope mounts) Caliber:.243 Winchester Action Type: Bolt Action Internal Magazine Markings: The stock is stamped on the forearm, under the barrel, “38454”. The bolt handle is marked “38454”.
Please help me track a birthdate on my FN Mauser I've got what I think is an early production post-WWII FN commercial mauser action, serial number 106XX. It has not letters or numerals in front of or behind the number which is found stamped just above the stock line on the right side of the receiver ring.
The reciever and barrel on the right side are also marked “38454”. This rifle has all matching serial numbered parts. The right side of the barrel is also marked “MADE IN BELGIUM”. The left side off the barrel is marked “CAL.243” and has Belgium proof marks. The left side of the receiver is marked “FAB. D’ARMES DE GUERRE HERSTAL-BELGIQUE”. Barrel Length: 24” Sights / Optics: This rifle is mounted with a front bead in a ring.
The receiver is drilled and tapped from the factory, for scope mounts. When this rifle was purchased, the end tag on the box designated that this rifle was not shipped with the rear leaf sight.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is a dark stained wood with raised cheek piece and checkering on the pistol grip and forend. This stock was likely never taken out of the box except for pictures at our shop. If there was a rifle we would feel comfortable labeling “New in Box” this is it. It appears as if the receiver has never been installed into the stock. The only imperfection to the stock is to the horn buttplate. It appears that worms have started to eat away at the horn buttplate. This is very common for buttplates made of horn.
Please see our pictures. This damage happened while in the box. The LOP measures approximately 14”-15” from what is the assumed placement of the trigger to the horn buttplate. We did not assemble this rifle. The stock rates in about Excellent to NIB overall condition despite the worms getting to the buttplate. Type of Finish: Blue Finish Originality: Factory Original Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. This rifle appears to have never been assembled or fired.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows Very light to no marks. Embroidery i2 download. This rifle has been in its box its entire life and has rarely been handled.
Mauser Rifle Serial Numbers
The Screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Excellent - NIB condition. Mechanics: The action is assumed to function correctly. We never assembled this rifle and all necessary parts are in the box. Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle comes with the original box from the factory and wrapper for the bolt. Our Assessment: This should be a great rifle once assembled.
Early FN rifles, especially with the Commercial Mauser action are known for their quality, reliability and accuracy, and are highly prized. If you crave classic rifles that are over 50 years old and are still in their original packaging (and hate getting someone else’s hand me down) then this rifle is for you. Opportunities like this rarely come along. Don’t let this new C&R rifle in the box pass you. CA Legal or CA Private Party Transferable: This C&R rifle is transferrable in California. LSB#: 121004JM08 Make: Fabrique Nationale D’Armes De Guerre Herstal Belgique Model: FN Commercial Serial Number: 38454 Year of Manufacture: Early 1950’s (FN.
