1935 Brazilian Mauser

Could anyone please tell me if the 1935 Brazilian Mauser ever came "in the bright"? All pictures I've seen posted showed blued receivers. I have one in which the receiver appears untouched and has a bright silvery color. It's been shot of course. Import mark on the barrel (painted?) seems to be "Geneseo"? Nowhere it says what the caliber is. I read about late armory reworks by the Brazilians converting from a 7X57 to 30-06. Any way of knowing for sure? I will advertise this one for sale and should know what I' selling... Thanks for your help.

ocariz@gwi.net

I don't know whether this will help you or not, but check the MKL and there's an article and 84 pic photo montage on...

Brazilian Model 1935 Mauser Rifle (Mfg by Mauser-Werke A.G. Oberndorf a/N.)

Regards,
Doug

Thanks, Doug. None of the pictures show other than a blued receiver. I'll try to upload a couple of photos and see if anyone comes up with an answer.

Best wishes, Jose