| Accession Number | REL/02151 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Technology |
| Object type | Firearm |
| Place made | Austria |
| Date made | 1912 |
| Conflict |
First World War, 1914-1918 |
Mannlicher Model 1903 Carbine : Greek Army
Description
Mannlicher Model 1903 bolt action carbine. Receiver marked with the Greek coat of arms, 1912 and Osterreichische Waffenfabrik Gesellschaft, Steyr. Polished bolt with a turned down cocking arm and all other steel parts are blued. It has a full wood stock with finger grooves to each side of the fore end and a top hand guard. The wrist is stamped with a horseman holding a flag. The sights are a front barleycorn post and an adjustable ramp rear. Complete with sling swivels and a cleaning rod.
History / Summary
This carbine was purchased by the Greek Government.