Original Swiss Vetterli Model 1878 Bolt Action Military Rifle

An original Swiss Vetterli Repetiergewehr Model 1878 Bolt Action Military Rifle, made in Switzerland. Serial # 15843X. Chambered in 10.4x38mm Swiss Rimfire.  Receiver is marked: Waffenfabrik, Bern M.78. The condition of this rifle is exceptional!  The condition of this rifle is antique “very good”.  The bore is excellent, with sharp rifling. This example has matching numbers on receiver, bolt, and trigger guard. Notably, it has some nice tiger-striped wood grain in both the stock and forend. Please see the photos.  The stock has just modest handling wear — particularly nice wood for a 143-year old rifle.  A wonderful piece of Swiss history!  (BPA-888)