Help identifying an old rifle

mike__b · November 25, 2011, 11:15 PM

My uncle found this rifle in his closet. He said he's had it for over 20 years. I haven't yet been able to determine what it is. There are no markings other than some serial numbers that are recognizable. There is a "792" to the left of the chamber which I assumed meant 7.92 caliber. The serial number on the bolt handle is prefixed with "EA". I originally thought it was a Mauser, but I can't find one that looks like it, though it shares many similar components.

There is an eagle / bird logo that I haven't been able to find either.

Any help would be appreciated.

tater134 · November 26, 2011, 02:09 AM

Spanish Mauser Model 1943. The crest on the receiver is for the Spanish Air Force and it should be chambered in 8mm mauser (7.92mm). Thats a nice looking rifle and its still in its original configuration.

gyvel · November 26, 2011, 06:10 PM

Yes, second the motion: Spanish M43 Mauser, air force issue.

LAlineman · November 27, 2011, 03:47 AM

EA = abbreviation for Eulogio Arostegui, Eibar,Spain Air Force !

You,ve got a nice.fairly rare rifle there. Check all the parts,they should all have the same ser.# on them. If so, Keep in original condition and enjoy !

November 25, 2011, 11:15 PM	#1
mike__b Junior Member Join Date: November 25, 2011 Posts: 1	Help identifying an old rifle My uncle found this rifle in his closet. He said he's had it for over 20 years. I haven't yet been able to determine what it is. There are no markings other than some serial numbers that are recognizable. There is a "792" to the left of the chamber which I assumed meant 7.92 caliber. The serial number on the bolt handle is prefixed with "EA". I originally thought it was a Mauser, but I can't find one that looks like it, though it shares many similar components. There is an eagle / bird logo that I haven't been able to find either. Any help would be appreciated.

November 26, 2011, 02:09 AM	#2
tater134 Senior Member Join Date: August 22, 2009 Location: NE,PA Posts: 360	Spanish Mauser Model 1943. The crest on the receiver is for the Spanish Air Force and it should be chambered in 8mm mauser (7.92mm). Thats a nice looking rifle and its still in its original configuration.

November 26, 2011, 06:10 PM	#3
gyvel Senior Member Join Date: August 30, 2009 Location: Northern AZ Posts: 3,458	Yes, second the motion: Spanish M43 Mauser, air force issue.

November 27, 2011, 03:47 AM	#4
LAlineman Member Join Date: October 28, 2009 Location: Los Angeles, Ca. Posts: 82	EA = abbreviation for Eulogio Arostegui, Eibar,Spain Air Force ! You,ve got a nice.fairly rare rifle there. Check all the parts,they should all have the same ser.# on them. If so, Keep in original condition and enjoy !