Original Swiss Vetterli Model 1881 Bolt Action Military Rifle

An original Swiss Vetterli Repetiergewehr Model 1881 Bolt Action Military Rifle, made in Switzerland. Receiver is marked: Waffenfabrik, Bern M78. The condition of this rifle is very good, with just a few scattered stock dings and 98% original arsenal bluing on the barrel, and some gray patina and splotches on the receiver.  The buttplate shows some rusty pitted splotches that should clean up easily. Serial # 21701X. Chambered in 10.4x38mm Swiss Rimfire.  The bore\ needs cleaning, but it has distinct rifling. his example has matching numbers on receiver, bolt, and trigger guard. 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-886)