Guns International #: 102913114
Seller's Inventory #: 4232284

Category - Military Rifles - Non-US - Military Arms

Category
Military Rifles - Non-US
Military Arms

Swiss ~ Model 1889 ~ 7.5x53.5mm Swiss

Description:
The Model 1889 was the first in the series of Schmidt–Rubin rifles that served Switzerland from 1889 to 1958. The rifle takes its name from the designer of its action, Colonel Rudolf Schmidt, and the designer of its ammunition, Colonel Eduard Rubin. Production of the rifle began in 1891. The straight-pull bolt action allows the user to pull the bolt straight back to unlock the action, cock the striker, extract, and eject the spent cartridge in one motion, and then push the bolt forward to chamber a round and lock the action. This is as opposed to a traditional bolt action, which requires the user to lift the bolt handle to unlock the action before pulling the bolt back. The rifle is roughly musket length with a free-floating barrel, 12-round magazine, and wood stock that extends almost to the tip of the barrel. The Schmidt–Rubin 1889 was an advanced weapon for its time, and one of the first rifles to use copper-jacketed ammunition as its standard ammunition. This firearm is being offered by the Boise Cabela's Gun Library. We will ship for free to your local Cabela's or Bass Pro Shops for transfer to you. If you are interested in purchasing or have any other questions, please call the Boise Cabela's Gun Library directly at (208) 672-7922. 7.5x53.5mm Swiss

Price: $399.99

Curio/Relic: Yes
Metal Condition: Worn
Wood Condition: Worn
Bore Condition: Worn
Barrels: 30 in
Weight: 9.5 lbs
Item Location: Boise, ID