Schmidt-Rubin M1889 Rifle

A Pre-1899 Swiss M1889 rifle chambered in 7.5×53. Note that it cannot shoot the modern 7.5×55 cartridge. This is a great rifle for a handloader. since 7.5×53 can be made by simply trimming 7.5×55 brass. This Schmidt-Rubin straight-pull long rifle is in near excellent antique condition, with just some minor stock dings and 95% original arsenal bluing, except for the buttplate, that shows some light brown patina.  Standard detachable 12-round magazine. The wood is good, with typical old dents and handling marks.  The action is smooth and the bore is excellent. No visible import marks. Serial number 126246X.  I’ll leave the treasure hunt for a possible soldier’s name tag under the buttplate up to you. (BCA-892)