Fine Modern & Antique Arms - July 2023 : Sale A0723 Lot 711
A 10.4mm (RIMFIRE) SWISS VETTERLI MODEL 1878 BOLT-ACTION SERVICE RIFLE serial no. 67738,

Product Details

* A 10.4mm (RIMFIRE) SWISS VETTERLI MODEL '1878' BOLT-ACTION SERVICE RIFLE serial no. 67738,
with 33in. reblued barrel, block and blade front-sight, tangent rear-sight, the action stamped 'SOC.IND. SUISSE' over 'SYST. VETTERLIN', two piece iron mounted walnut stock, with two barrel bands and muzzle-cap without bayonet lug, coarsely square chequered fore-end, complete with clearing rod and a leather sling (sling distressed)

* Please note this item is subject to 5% VAT on the hammer price (UK Buyers only).

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Estimate £300-500

Sold as an exempt item under Section 58 (2) of the 1968 Firearms Act, to be held as a curiosity or ornament