Guns International #: 102762825
Seller's Inventory #: 240711
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Guns International #: 102762825
Category - Military Rifles - Antique
- Military Rifles - Non-US
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Seller: AncestryGunsLLC
Company: Ancestry Guns LLC Member Since: 11/3/16
State:
Missouri
Zip: 65203
Country: United States
Phone: (314) 707-7373
Int'l Phone: 314-707-7373
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Seller Type:FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories.
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Antique SWISS Model 1871 “VAUD” VETTERLI Bolt Action 11mm MILITARY Rifle
High 12 Round Capacity in a Quality Military Rifle
Description: Antique SWISS Model 1871 “VAUD” VETTERLI Bolt Action 11mm MILITARY Rifle High 12 Round Capacity in a Quality Military Rifle Here we present an antique Swiss Vetterli Model 1871 Bolt Action Military Rifle, made circa 1875 in Switzerland. This rifle was manufactured for the Cantonal Arsenal at Vaud, Switzerland. The Vetterli rifles were a series of Swiss army service rifles in use from 1869 to 1889, when they were replaced with the Schmidt-Rubin rifles. The Vetterli rifles combined the American Winchester Model 1866's tubular magazine with a regular bolt featuring for the first time two opposed rear locking lugs. This type of bolt was a major improvement over the simpler Dreyse and Chassepot bolt actions. The Vetterli was also the first repeating bolt-action rifle to feature a self-cocking action and a small caliber bore. Due to the Swiss Federal Council's early 1866 decision to equip the army with a breechloading repeating rifle, the Vetterli rifles were, at the time of their introduction, the most advanced military rifles in Europe. Swiss inventor and gun maker Johann-Friedrich Vetterli designed this rifle in the late 1860s. The years leading up to the 20th Century were characterized by rapidly progressing small arms designs, especially those for bolt action rifles, but for a short period of time, the Vetterli could claim the title for most advanced. Modified Vetterlis were also used by the Italian Army. This Swiss military rifle held 12 rounds of 11mm Centerfire cartridges, giving it a lot of firepower. The overall condition is good. Original patina. Strong action. The bore is in good shape for its age. Solid stock with an average amount of wear. Markings are legible. Numbers match. The tip of the cleaning rod is broken off. Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction. Barrel is 33 inches. Caliber: 11mm Centerfire Overall condition as seen in photos. Very Fast. Very Safe. FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE. Delivered directly to your door by express mail! Guaranteed AUTHENTIC & Includes CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY. ancestryguns $1400 #240711 SOLD Antique: Yes |
Guns International #: 102762825
Seller's Inventory #: 240711
Guns International #: 102762825
Seller's Inventory #: 240711