cptbob
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This carbine was part of the initial run of 1871 cavalry carbines that were produced. It was made in 1876 and was manufactured on contract by the Austrian OEWG works. The work was contracted out because at the time all the German arms manufacturers were busy producing the Gewehr 71s for the Infantry and foot units. This initial batch of carbines went to all branches of the cavalry accept the kurassiers, who would not be authorized to carry carbines until later.