Argentine Mauser Model 1909 DWM .280 Remington Bolt Action Rifle C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,147.00
LSB#: LSB250527JB008
Make: Deutsche Waffen-Und Munitionsfabriken (DWM)
Model: Argentine Mauser Model 1909
Serial Number: A4812
Year of Manufacture: Post-1909
Caliber: .280 Remington
Action Type: Bolt action, internal 5 round magazine
Markings: The left side of the receiver is marked “Mauser Modelo Argentino 1909.”, “Deutsche Waffen-Und Munitionsfabriken.”, “Berlin”. The right side of the receiver is marked “A4812” and has one proof mark. The top side of the bolt stop is marked with an acceptance stamp.The extractor on the bolt is marked with a boat anchor proof mark towards the rear of the extractor. The left side of the barrel is marked “.280 REM”. The hinged floor plate has floral engraving and is marked with one acceptance stamp and “A4812”. The pistol grip cap also has floral engraving to match the engraving on the hinged floorplate.
Barrel Length: 22.5”
Sights / Optics: The rear sight is an adjustable U-Notch dovetailed into a classic style base. The front sight is a hooded black blade on a mauser style ramp. The receiver has a two piece scope base screwed to the top.
Stock Configuration & Condition: This rifle has a one piece maple stock with cheek piece, sharp checkering on the front and pistol grip. The stock has an ebony tip, and a black metal cap on the pistol grip with floral engraving. Sling swivel studs are screwed to the stock front and rear. The butt of the stock is fitted with a Decelerator rubber recoil pad. LOP measures 13 1/8″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad. There are no chips or cracks in the stock, and the finish is in great shape. Overall, the finish of this stock is in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Refinished
Bore Condition: The bore is bright, and the rifling is sharp. Some dust and light fouling in the barrel. It is this writer’s opinion that the bore rates 9.5/10.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its current finish. The screw heads are sharp, with only minor signs of tool marks on the action screws. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Excellent condition.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None
Our Assessment: This Argentine Model 1909 Mauser, originally manufactured by Deutsche Waffen-Und Munitionsfabriken (DWM) in Berlin, has been tastefully sporterized into a sleek .280 Remington hunting rifle. Built on the robust and accurate 1909 large-ring Mauser action, it features a 22.5” barrel marked for .280 Rem and retains its original DWM receiver markings, along with matching serial number “A4812” on the floorplate and bolt. The bore is bright with sharp rifling and only light fouling, rating a solid 9.5/10. The rifle is fitted with a beautifully figured maple stock, sharply checkered at the wrist and forend, featuring an ebony tip, a raised cheek piece, and a Decelerator recoil pad. Decorative touches include floral engraving on the hinged floorplate and grip cap. The blue finish is fresh and even, retaining 99% coverage, and the action is topped with a two-piece scope base ready for optics. Whether you appreciate fine sporters or simply want a refined field rifle in a capable chambering, this C&R-eligible Argentine Mauser is a classy, reliable, and accurate piece of gunsmithing heritage. Please check out our photos, and thank you for your bid! Good luck! – J.D.
