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    Info on 1914 Steyr M1903/14 Greek Mannlicher.

    Found a Greek contract Mannlicher rifle today, 'Steyr 1914' marked, Greek royal crest and 'Y:1903/14' on receiver. Rifle is in very good condition, worn roundel on buttstock. No St George stamps, (was under the impression all Greek rifles had these) but parts are marked with small Maltese crosses and 5 pointed stars. Not matching. Has a stacking hook.
    I have heard of these, but have never seen one in person. So I bought it. Kind of had to! However, my knowledge on these are extremely limited. Would like to hear from the experts as to where it might have served, with whom, etc. Look forward to some insight!
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    Anzac, Sorry I didn't see this earlier. I am not an expert on these but awhile back I started looking closely at all the Mannlicher type actions. The Greek to me is the Holy Grail with its rotary magazine. (Also would really like to have a G98/40) If you look closely at the following Mannlicher type rifles you will see how closely they resemble each other.
    1888 Germanicon Commission rifle
    Steyr and Hembrug Dutch M95
    Romanian M93
    Portugese Vergueiro
    Hungarianicon 35M, 43M, G98/40
    Steyr Mannlicher Sporting rifles.
    Anyway I am just learning about these and was surprised more people haven't jumped in on this one. Congrats on your find! Salt Flat

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    Have never seen a decent one.

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    Well, I sold it a couple of weeks ago, and kind of regret it. Thing is, no one around here knew what it was or could appreciate it.
    Might have to get it back, and it was a nice one!

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    Rumor control had it Springfield Sporters had a small lot of the Greek Carbines. They held on to them for 20 (?) years. Mostly they had beat bores and no new barrels anywhere. The Greeks had the Austrians and then Italians make them. Never made in Greece. Seldom seen any more, too bad as they were indeed keepers. How much did it sell for? I am watching for one, but seldom seen these days.

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