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Verterli Model 1870/87/15 6.5mm SN: VX3207

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:100.00 USD Estimated At:200.00 - 300.00 USD
Verterli Model 1870/87/15 6.5mm SN: VX3207
This rifle is listed as the Model 1870/87/15. During WWI, nearly all of the remaining Model 1870/87 rifles were converted to use the 6.5x52 mm Italian service ammunition. A new magazine was installed that allowed use of a six shot clip. This was the standard rifle used by the Italian military during the First World War. features 33 3/4' barrel, two twin barrel bands, bayonet lug on right side of barrel, cleaning rod, standard military rear sight, straight bolt, full length stock, sling swivels. Chamber marked "Torre Annunziata" and dated 1878, Matched number on stock with military cartouche. Bore is rough/dark, action is stiff, metal was turned a brown patina, wood is sound with the usual dings/dents, has the typical conversion repair in stock at the magazine. Missing tang screw. NRA Condition-Good. Antique Firearm