Original Swiss Vetterli M1871 Infantry Magazine Rifle- 10.35 x 47mm Snider Rifle then “H” at 90 degrees

then “H” at 90 degrees to the longitudinal axis of the barrel

it served as a surrogate battleground for the Cold War

Ammunition Type: Centerfire Cartridge

Weapons: M1870 Berdan Rifle

to give the lowered sight leaf more support

Original Swiss Vetterli M1871 Infantry Magazine Rifle- 10.35 x 47mm Snider Rifle then “H” at 90 degreesOriginal Item: Only One Available. Introduced in 1871 this utilized the "Winchester" tube magazine system for cartridge storage under the barrel. Later models changed over to the box Magazine found on most rifles of the WWI era. Nicely Maker marked and "Syst. Vetterli" around the Swiss National System of a cross on the left side of the receiver together with the serial number. Offered in fine condition with a very good bore this was a rifle serving at