Nickel Plated Swiss Vetterli M.78 Rifle

10.4x38mm Swiss. 33" barrel length. SN: 154572. Nickel plated reapplied finish. Two piece walnut stock has a plain straight grip and full length forearm with single barrel band. Bolt action rifle with notch sight adjustable to 1200 meters and blade front sight. Item features a tube fed magazine, double sling swivels, bayonet lug forend cap, and hooked triggerguard. Markings include WAFFENFABRIK/BERN marks to left side of frame and Swiss proofs to barrel and frame. Serial numbers are matching overall.

This lot is located in Cincinnati.

Good. Bore is dark. Reapplied finish has scattered pitting and scratching overall. Stock appears to have been sanded and shows a few scattered scratches and mars. Stock is missing a key shield on left side. Action is functional.

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