Two hundred years of gunmaking tradition
The company's history dates back to the 1830's. At that time, the gunsmith Mathias Nowotny from Hradec Kralove settled in Vienna. In 1836, he received permission to practice his profession. He quickly became successful and opened additional to his manufacture shop in the Josefstadt a new branch at the Stock im Eisen-Platz 5. In 1856, he took his own life and a year later his widow sold the business to Johann Springer.
Johann Springer originated from Leutschach in Upper Hungary and came to Vienna as a master engraver. He also learned the profession of the gunsmith and later married Catherine Nowotny, the sister of Mathias Nowotny.
JSE Workshop - Gunmaking in the heart of Vienna
Joh. Springer's Erben has manufactured more than 10.600 guns throughout its 180 years of existence. Result: tradition with centuries of experience. Currently only bolt action rifles with an original Mauser system are built. These rifles are safe, highly accurate, easy to handle and well designed.
In addition, these guns are durable and long-lasting. All rifles are exclusively produced in Vienna. Joh. Springer's Erben uses only original parts or highly professional remakes from Austrian and German origin. The stem wood derived from handpicked longtime suppliers from around the world (e.g. Turkish walnut). Because of these qualities many celebrities, among others Franz Joseph and Kaiser Wilhelm II, had a "JSE-Rifle".
Services
Gun Storage
Rent a gunsafe in our Josefsgasse 10, 1080 Wien store, in the new safe storage room.
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Private Shopping
Here you will soon learn more about our exclusive Private Shopping offer just for you!
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Training & Courses
Let us take you out of your comfort zone and teach you all the valuable skills you need to effectively use your firearm in extraordinary situations.
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Rental Guns
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Shooting Cinema
In the SHOOTING CINEMA VIENNA you train the perfect shot in every situation.
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Glock Partner
As a GLOCK Partner, we can advise you on the purchase of a weapon, accessories as well as individual adjustments.
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Gun Testing
Gun Testing is the first publication that makes real evaluations of handguns, rifles, shotguns, ammunition, scopes, gear, and equipment.
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Import & Export
We specialize in the import, export and transfer of civilian arms and ammunition and work together with internationally renowned partners.
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Gun Registration & Deactivation
Purchases of a Category C or D firearm must be registered by a specialist weapons dealer. Deactivation is generally a cost-effective alternative.
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Delivery
We specialize in organising the import and export or firearms, parts and ammunition and work together with internationally recognized logistics partners.
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Springer Gun Number Owners Info
Ever since our foundation in 1836, we have been keeping records of all guns produced, their numbers and the clients who ordered them.
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Sighting-In
Sighting-in describes the process of adjusting the sight (rifle scope, red dot, rear sight & front sight, etc.) with the actual point of impact.
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Service and Cleaning
The weapon is completely disassembled, all parts are cleaned and inspected for damage or wear.
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Rifle Scope Assembly
In addition to expertly advising you on the selection of rifle scopes to suit your weapon, we also provide you with a professional mounting service.
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Stock Finishing
The application of oil or other polishes, e.g. shellac, onto the stock to emphasize the grain of the wood and seal the surface.
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Repairs and Spare Parts
The weapon is completely disassembled, all parts are cleaned and inspected for damage or wear.
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Bluing
Black or dark blue finishing is the application of a noble oxide layer to steels and ferrous materials.
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Calibre Changes and Barrel Changes
Our gunsmiths will be happy to advise you on how to change the calibre of your rifle (e.g. from 6.5x57 to 6.5x65 or from 7x64 to .30-06).
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Moderator Mounting
We offer an extensive range of sound-moderators to fit a muzzle thread or utilizing the quick mounting method.
Learn MoreJoh. Springer's Erben - Flagship store
Address & contact
- Weihburggasse 27, A-1010 Vienna
- Tel: +43-1-5127732
- Fax: +43-1-5120309
- E-Mail: wbg27@springer-vienna.com
Office hours
- Monday - Friday: 9.30 - 18.30
- Saturday: 10.00 - 17.00
Joh. Springer's Erben - Training Center
Address & contact
- Josefsgasse 10, A-1080 Wien
- Tel: +43-1-406 11 04
- Fax: +43-1-406 11 04 - 99
- E-Mail: sales@springer-vienna.com
Office hours
- Monday - Friday: 09.00 - 18.00
- Thursday: with a fixed shooting cinema booking until 19.00!
- Saturday: 8.30 - 13.00
Joh. Springer's Erben - Kagraner Platz
Address & contact
- Kagraner Platz 9, A-1220 Vienna
- Tel: +43-1-203 63 35
- Fax: +43-1-203 63 35 - 99
- E-Mail: kagran@springer-vienna.com
Office hours
- Monday - Friday: 09.00 - 18.00
- Saturday: 8.30 - 13.00
Joh. Springer's Erben - Auction hall
Address & contact
- Kagraner Platz 9, A-1220 Vienna
- Tel: +43-1-890 90 03
- Fax: +43-1-890 90 03-90
- E-Mail: auktion@springer-vienna.com
Office hours
- Monday - Friday: 09.00 - 18.00
