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Vetterli Cadet Rifle 41 Swiss R SN: 6631

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:300.00 USD Estimated At:600.00 - 900.00 USD
Vetterli Cadet Rifle 41 Swiss R SN: 6631
Rifle. Bolt-Action. Model 1870 Swiss Cadet Rifle. Manufactured 1870-1873. 26.5 Round/ octagonal barrel with front blade, and adjustable u-notch rear. Single-shot. Bolt charged upon cocking. Smooth, straight European hardwood stock. Steel buttplate. Rear receiver marked "RYCHNER over A AARAU" with Swiss cross over N proof mark. Barrel, bolt, tang, extractor, etc., are all swiss proofed. Cleaning rod present. Bore appears very good, but dirty. Action is a little stiff, needs oil. Blued barrel is turning a dull plum color. Receiver is a gray/brown patina. Wood is good, with scratches /dings, with a couple of deeper scratches ahead of the barrel band spring. Nothing serious. NRA Condition-Very Good. Antique Firearm.