{"product_id":"french-berthier-mle-1907-infantry-rifle-original-3-round-system-no-handguard-mac-production-n-marked-chamber","title":"French Berthier Mle 1907 Infantry Rifle – 8mm Lebel – Matching Receiver\/Stock – Balle N Chamber – With Spike Bayone","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"206\" data-end=\"400\"\u003eOffered for sale is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"228\" data-end=\"268\"\u003eWorld War I era French service rifle\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"274\" data-end=\"310\"\u003eBerthier Mle 1907 infantry rifle\u003c\/strong\u003e, chambered in \u003cstrong data-start=\"325\" data-end=\"338\"\u003e8mm Lebel\u003c\/strong\u003e and manufactured by \u003cstrong data-start=\"359\" data-end=\"399\"\u003eManufacture d'Armes de Châtellerault\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"402\" data-end=\"773\"\u003eBased on the structural characteristics of the rifle, this example retains the original \u003cstrong data-start=\"490\" data-end=\"525\"\u003eMle 1907 infantry configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e. The barrel is fully exposed and the rifle does not have an upper handguard. The barrel also lacks the retaining grooves used for handguard clips, which is one of the key features distinguishing the \u003cstrong data-start=\"725\" data-end=\"737\"\u003eMle 1907\u003c\/strong\u003e from the later \u003cstrong data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"764\"\u003e1907\/15\u003c\/strong\u003e pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"775\" data-end=\"930\"\u003eThe rifle retains the classic \u003cstrong data-start=\"805\" data-end=\"845\"\u003eBerthier three-round magazine system\u003c\/strong\u003e, consistent with the early infantry pattern used before later wartime modifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"1209\"\u003eThe left side of the receiver retains the original factory marking \u003cstrong data-start=\"999\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003e“Châtellerault Mle 1907”\u003c\/strong\u003e, indicating production by \u003cstrong data-start=\"1054\" data-end=\"1094\"\u003eManufacture d'Armes de Châtellerault\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the primary French state arsenals responsible for Berthier rifle production during the early 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1428\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003ereceiver, stock, and trigger guard floorplate are matching numbers\u003c\/strong\u003e. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1313\"\u003ebolt is mismatched\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is commonly encountered on French military service rifles due to long service life and arsenal maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1430\" data-end=\"1626\"\u003eThe bolt assembly is clean internally and the action operates smoothly. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"1506\" data-end=\"1552\"\u003ebore shows strong and well-defined rifling\u003c\/strong\u003e, appearing to be in better condition than many surviving Berthier rifles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1628\" data-end=\"1810\"\u003eThe barrel and receiver are marked with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1672\" data-end=\"1685\"\u003e“N” stamp\u003c\/strong\u003e, indicating the later French arsenal chamber modification allowing the rifle to safely use \u003cstrong data-start=\"1777\" data-end=\"1809\"\u003e8mm Lebel Balle N ammunition\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1812\" data-end=\"2091\"\u003eThe stock remains \u003cstrong data-start=\"1830\" data-end=\"1882\"\u003estructurally solid and in good overall condition\u003c\/strong\u003e. Several \u003cstrong data-start=\"1892\" data-end=\"1928\"\u003erectangular arsenal wood repairs\u003c\/strong\u003e are visible on the stock. These repairs are typical of long-serving French military rifles and reflect normal arsenal maintenance during the rifle’s service life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2093\" data-end=\"2364\"\u003eThe metal surfaces show \u003cstrong data-start=\"2117\" data-end=\"2177\"\u003ehonest military wear with no signs of modern refinishing\u003c\/strong\u003e, preserving the rifle’s authentic military appearance. Many detailed photos are provided to allow collectors to carefully examine the rifle’s markings, metal finish, and stock condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2366\" data-end=\"2817\"\u003eThis rifle is accompanied by a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2397\" data-end=\"2448\"\u003eFrench Berthier pattern cruciform spike bayonet\u003c\/strong\u003e. The bayonet features the distinctive \u003cstrong data-start=\"2487\" data-end=\"2511\"\u003ehooked quillon guard\u003c\/strong\u003e used on early Berthier bayonet designs and retains the classic \u003cstrong data-start=\"2575\" data-end=\"2601\"\u003efour-sided spike blade\u003c\/strong\u003e profile. Inspection markings are present on the guard. The bayonet shows typical age and service wear consistent with military use and \u003cstrong data-start=\"2737\" data-end=\"2770\"\u003emounts correctly to the rifle\u003c\/strong\u003e. The bayonet is included \u003cstrong data-start=\"2796\" data-end=\"2816\"\u003ewithout scabbard\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2819\" data-end=\"2902\"\u003eMany detailed photos are provided to allow collectors to examine the rifle closely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2904\" data-end=\"2926\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2904\" data-end=\"2916\"\u003eCaliber:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8mm Lebel\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AAG CANADA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52904827781231,"sku":"NR000212","price":2599.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/1836\/6063\/files\/IMG_2726.jpg?v=1775497800","url":"https:\/\/aagcanada.ca\/products\/french-berthier-mle-1907-infantry-rifle-original-3-round-system-no-handguard-mac-production-n-marked-chamber","provider":"AAG CANADA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}