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**Mike Irwin** · February 12, 2009, 11:55 AM

There were several 8mms in common use during World War I.

Already mentioned is the 8mm Lebel and it's various rifles.

Then there's the 8mm Mauser.

And finally the Austro-Hungarian 8mm.

I agree that it looks very much like a butchered French rifle, and that the value is low.

February 12, 2009, 11:55 AM	#4
Mike Irwin Staff Join Date: April 13, 2000 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 41,385	There were several 8mms in common use during World War I. Already mentioned is the 8mm Lebel and it's various rifles. Then there's the 8mm Mauser. And finally the Austro-Hungarian 8mm. I agree that it looks very much like a butchered French rifle, and that the value is low.