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  • Lot #701
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Lot 701: Three Swiss Vetterli Military Bolt Action Long Guns

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: October 4, 2024

Lot 701: Three Swiss Vetterli Military Bolt Action Long Guns

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: October 4, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,200 - $1,800
Price Realized:
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A) Swiss 1869/71 Rifle

Manufacturer: Swiss
Model: Vetterli
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 10.4 mm
Barrel: 33 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 995
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Description:

With leather sling.

Rating Definition:

Very good, with a brown patina on the metal and a number of scuffs and dents on the wood. Mechanically excellent.



B) Waffenfabrik Bern M78 Rifle

Manufacturer: Waffenfabrik Bern
Model: M78
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 10.4 mm
Barrel: 26 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 995
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

Rating Definition:

Good, with a dark brown patina on the metal and scuffs and repairs on the wood. The front sight has been replaced, with a spot of white paint near the muzzle. Mechanically excellent.



C) Waffenfabrik Bern Model 1869/71 Carbine

Manufacturer: Waffenfabrik Bern
Model: 1869/71
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 10.4 mm
Barrel: 20 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 995
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Description:

Rating Definition:

Good, with a mixed brown patina on the metal, mild scuffs and dents on the wood. Mechanically very good.



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