Germany’s Rifle Round in Two World Wars
The 7.92x57mm Mauser – better known in Britain as the 8mm Mauser – was adopted by the German army in its pointed-bullet form in 1905. It went on to arm the Gewehr 98 in the First World War and the Karabiner 98k, MG 34 and MG 42 in the Second, as well as being used by many other armies between the wars.
It is still a respected sporting and hunting round in Europe today, and a favourite with collectors of military rifles.
The Keyring
Each keyring starts as a once-fired 7.92×57 brass case. It is cleaned and polished, resized to full length and fitted with a seated bullet, then finished with a 25mm split ring. At around 82 mm long it is one of the larger rifle keyrings we make.
Other Rounds from the World Wars
- .303 British – the British and Commonwealth rifle round
- 8x51R Lebel – the French rifle round of both wars
- 7.62x54R Mosin-Nagant – the Russian and Soviet rifle round
- .30-06 Springfield and .30 Carbine – the American rounds
8mm Mauser 7.92x57 Bullet Keyring | Real Bullet Keychain
FAQ
Q: Is 8mm Mauser the same as 7.92×57? Yes – 8mm Mauser, 7.92x57mm and 7.92 Mauser are all names for the same cartridge.
Q: Is it a real round? Yes – a genuine once-fired 7.92×57 brass case with a seated bullet. Not a replica.
Q: Is it safe to carry? Yes. It is fully inert and legal to own and carry in the UK without a licence. Always check with your airline before travelling abroad with this item.
Q: How big is it? About 82 mm long – see the Additional information tab for full specifications.
Q: Is it a wartime round? The cartridge served in both World Wars, but casings are sourced as available, so the headstamp date varies.
Q: Can it be engraved? Yes – see our laser engraving page.
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