By the 1860s, many military powers were experimenting with and adopting breechloading rifles as standard military arms. France, in the mid-1860s, took a revolutionary leap forward with the ...

Before firing any Mauser sporter rebuilt in Europe from a military rifle, it is advised to have a gunsmith inspect the gun to confirm its chambering. This rifle, in fair condition, is valued at $450.

To determine the guns used by the US Army Rangers, 24/7 Wall St. reviewed guns cataloged by Military Factory, an online database of military vehicles, aircraft, and arms.

A veteran of the Vietnam War, Bragdon said he likes to fire any of the old military rifles, including bolt-action Mauser-type weapons from the World War I era.