Thanks to all who commented on this rifle. I have learned a lot about a model I had overlooked, that being this 7x57mm Model C. A utilitarian rifle, but very well made. I am generally not a believer in refinishing original guns; however, this one was in such bad shape there was virtually no original finish left on it and it had some severe rust issues everywhere but the bore which was pretty nice. So here it is after some grinder work, a dose of Brownell's rust blue, some nitre blue on the screws and small parts and some effort. Those are my thumb prints on the rear sight. The last two photos are of a Chr. Hoffacker, Munchen, just to show what the Bavarians could do to gussy up one of these rifles. Next stop the range.









Last edited by Larry21556; 06/15/13 03:49 PM. Reason: Edit photos