Anyone familiar with the work of a gunsmith in Namibia by the name of A. Rosenthal? Any qualitative comments would be appreciated.

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Alf,

Thanks for the comments.

I have a rifle in my possession now, stamped A. Rosenthal, Windhoek, Namibia on the barrel. Commercial Mauser action of unknown manufacture. Appears to be a quality made rifle with fairly classic express lines though with a monte carlo stock. I gathered it to be a weapon made by Rosenthal, but know nothing about it other than that a friend, now deceased, brought it out of Namibia. Curious to know anything more about the maker??? What Mauser actions he typically used? Any reputation in Namibia our outside Namibia?

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Gentlemen,

I've been in Rosenthal's shop in Windhoek many times, and they do have a gunsmithing service in back. In times past, they constructed rifles on Mauser actions and put their stamp on the rifle. If they still do, I do not know.

One thing I do know is that their work is typically of a high standard and is not cheap.

Thanks to you both for the comments.

I'm familiar with stamps from importers. This piece just looks a fair bit better than any standard Euro import in quality of wood, checkering and components though the barrel is unfortunately a plum blue which doesn't match the action. Barrel is the item with the Rosenthal stamp which is fairly common. Rifle is a fine looking piece and is a good handling piece albeit a tad heavy for calibre. Will probably change the chambering.

Was hoping someone might know about the Mauser actions used by Rosenthal.

Again, I appreciate your time and imput.