Manufactured by the Mauser company during the war in 1917 and 1918 as Germany's response to Allied tank assaults, the Mauser Tankgewehr M1918, also known as the "Elefant-Buechse", was the first dedicated man-portable anti-tank weapon. Weighing in at approximately 41 pounds loaded with a bipod (not included), the massive T-Gewehr packed plenty of punch, well capable of penetrating the armor of the day, and could reportedly disable an enemy vehicle in 6-10 shots or knock out tank crew members with spalling. A historically important weapon, the T-Gewehr gave birth to the anti-tank rifle and was the grandfather of the modern anti-material rifle. Blade front and tangent rear sights, with matching numbers on the barrel, receiver, bolt components, barrel band, rear sight, bolt catch, trigger guard and stock, the Mauser banner over "1918" date on the receiver ring, and a smooth two-piece pistol grip stock with various crown stamps. These rifles are exempt from NFA provisions as specified in section III of the official ATF Curios or Relics list.

Fine, retains 50% original blue finish showing areas thinned to a smooth brown patina on the balance, a gray patina on the receiver with mild spotting, areas of old dried grease, and sharp markings and edges in the metal. The stock is also fine with scattered dents and scratches, an area of separation visible on the right of the buttstock, and defined stampings. Mechanically fine.