Whats with the '9' on the grips on some artillerys?

[alvin]

Originally Posted by TheRomanhistorian

Alvin, that hint of gold is tasteful and beautiful. Is that the Chinese dragon and English lion? I almost feel like I'm looking at the Hong Kong crest (though that surely isn't such a piece, I expect). That application of gold I think (due to its understated nature) says much more than the much more shiny pieces.

Michael

No. It's Mauser's logo. The provenance of the gun is unknown. But on the top of the gun, there is a line of engraved text in handsome writting Chinese "Waffenfabrik Mauser Respectfully Offered". Although not numbered, this variation was about s/n 40,000. Must be a gift gun to a senior Chinese official..