1909 ARGENTINE MAUSER for Sale

Quick Look

The 1909 Argentine Mauser originated from a contract with Germany based on the Mauser Model 1898. Designed for accuracy and ruggedness, it mirrored German military rifles of the era. Today, it holds steady as a sought-after collector's rifle and a dependable surplus gun for historical shooting enthusiasts.

Why It's a Top Choice

• Excellent build quality from German DWM manufacture
• Chambered in powerful 7.65×53mm cartridge
• Controlled-feed bolt action offers exceptional reliability
• Receiver ideal for sporterizing or scope mounting
• Smooth cycling and crisp trigger for surplus bolt gun

Key Variants

1909 Argentine Engineer Carbine

Shortened version with carbine barrel, designed for engineers and cavalry troops.

1909 Argentine Standard Rifle

Full-length infantry model with straight bolt handle, ideal for collectors and historical range use.

1909 Argentine Sporter Conversion

Converted civilian-ready version with hunting stocks often seen in the U.S. surplus market.

Competitor Comparison Table

Feature	1909 Argentine Mauser	Swedish Mauser	Turkish Mauser
MSRP	Surplus, varies $400–$800	Surplus, ~$500–$1,000	Surplus, ~$300–$600
Capacity	5-round internal	5-round internal	5-round internal
Weight	~9 lbs (rifle)	~8.6 lbs	~9 lbs
Optics-Ready	Not standard, often modified	No, original iron sights	Usually not
Trigger Type	Military 2-stage	Military 2-stage	Military 2-stage
Notable Pro	German machining standard, smoothest Mauser bolt	Exceptionally accurate barrel	Inexpensive and available
Notable Con	Less commercial ammo availability	Scarcer than others	Mixed production quality

Best Use Cases

• Historical collection
• Vintage military competition
• Surplus bolt-action range shooting
• Hunting (with sporter conversions)

FAQs

What is the chambering of the 1909 Argentine Mauser?

It fires the 7.65×53mm Argentine cartridge, a bottlenecked round comparable in power to early .30-caliber rifles.

Can I mount a scope on the 1909 Argentine Mauser?

Yes, but not from the factory. Many are modified with drilled/tapped receivers or bent bolts.

How does the 1909 Argentine Mauser compare to the K98?

Both are based on the Mauser 1898 design. The 1909 offers similar reliability but in 7.65mm instead of 8mm.