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  • Auction Catalog #1019
  • Lot #4271
Lot #4270
Lot #4272

Lot 4271: Three Swiss Vetterli 1878 Bolt Action Rifles

Three Swiss Vetterli 1878 Bolt Action Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: July 1, 2012

Lot 4271: Three Swiss Vetterli 1878 Bolt Action Rifles

Three Swiss Vetterli 1878 Bolt Action Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: July 1, 2012

Estimated Price: $900 - $1,400
Price Realized:
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A) Vetterli Model 1878 Rifle with Sling and Bayonet

Manufacturer: Vetterli
Model: 1871
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 10.4 mm
Barrel: 33 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1149
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 215
Class: Antique
Rating:

OC - FINE- all original parts; over 30% original finish, sharp lettering, numerals and design on metal and wood; minor marks in wood.

PRF - PROFESSIONALLY REFINISHED OR RESTORED

Description:

B) Vetterli Model 1878 Rifle with Sling

Manufacturer: Vetterli
Model: 1878
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 10.4 mm
Barrel: 33 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1149
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 215
Class: Antique
Rating:

OC - FINE- all original parts; over 30% original finish, sharp lettering, numerals and design on metal and wood; minor marks in wood.

NPRF - NON-PROFESSIONALLY REFINISHED/COLD BLUE, ETC.

Description:

C) Vetterli Model 1878 Rifle with Sling

Manufacturer: Vetterli
Model: 1878
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 10.4 mm
Barrel: 33 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1149
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 215
Class: Antique
Rating:

OF - FAIR- some major parts replaced; minor replacement parts may be required; metal rusted, may be lightly pitted all over, vigorously cleaned; rounded edges of metal and wood; principal lettering, numerals and design on metal partly obliterated; wood scratched, bruised, cracked or repaired where broken; in fair working order or can be easily repaired and placed in working order.

Description:

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