In the statement given by the master rifleman of the Nevşehir Redif Battalion, who was armed with the large-caliber Mauser (Mauser) rifle, it was stated that since it was not possible to repair and clean the existing Martini rifles and Mauser rifles as desired, it was necessary to provide the tools and equipment for the repair of these rifles from the Tophane-i Amire, and the General Staff was notified to take the necessary action.