Spanish La Coruna FR8 7.62x51mm 19” Bolt Action Rifle MFD 1955 C&R

SOLD FOR: $1,075.00

LSB#: LSB251211TN004

Make: Fabrica de Armas La Coruna

Model: FR8

Serial Number: FR8-37424

Year of Manufacture: 1955 / C&R 

Caliber: 7.62x51mm NATO

Action Type: Bolt action fed by Internal Magazine

Markings: The left side of the receiver is marked “FR8-37424”. Right side of the receiver is marked “Cal.7.62”. Top of the receiver has the Fabrica de Armas La Coruna manufacturer’s crest, as well as the year of production “1955”. The bolt handle is marked “37424”. There are proof marks on the rear of the flag safety, underside of the bolt handle, and both sides of the trigger guard. The left side of the barrel is marked with a CAI import mark.                                                                                                                

Barrel Length: 19”

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a hooded post. The rear sight is an elevation-adjustable rotary type with apertures corresponding to 3 separate distances.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is a single wood piece with a wooden upper handguard. It has a straight wrist, straight comb, Uncle Mike’s vented rubber buttpad, left side sling bar, and underside sling swivel. There are minor scuffs, scratches, and compression marks throughout the wood. The LOP measures 13.25”  from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The stock rates as Very Good overall condition as refinished. There is no cleaning kit inside the compartment.

Type of Finish: Parkerized

Finish Originality: Refinished

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is some minor fouling. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9/10.

Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 95% of its metal finish. There are light scuffs and scratches throughout the metal surfaces. There is operation wear in the action. The outside edges of the trigger guard have a few small impact marks. The screw heads show light use. The markings are mostly legible. Overall, this rifle rates in about Very Good condition as Refinished. 

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.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None. 

Our Assessment: This is a Spanish FR8 bolt action rifle. The FR8 (FR standing for fusil reformado) was developed in the 1950s to be used as a training rifle, alongside the FR7, for the forthcoming CETME rifles. The FR8 was based on the Spanish M43 Mauser short rifle. These are equipped with the ability to launch rifle grenades, as well as a faux gas tube under the barrel which was used for storing a cleaning kit and an attachment point for a bayonet. This example was made in 1955 and has a clear receiver crest. The stock is in great shape with only minor blemishes and compression marks. The bore is in great shape as well as should make for a good shooter, but be careful as these are known for their recoil, but should be mitigated thanks to the Uncle Mike’s buttpad. This would fit wonderfully into any Spanish surplus or Mauser collection. Please see our photos and good luck on your bid! – L.S.