Original Swiss First Model 1889 Schmidt-Rubin Magazine Infantry Rifle in Excellent Condition with Muzzle Cover - Matching Serial 152795 Japanese Air Force These are amazing and still

These are amazing and still in a lovely condition

the shako was initially considered an improvement

The ring is in very good condition

a common thing to see

however cleaning and use have worn away most of that

Original Swiss First Model 1889 Schmidt-Rubin Magazine Infantry Rifle in Excellent Condition with Muzzle Cover - Matching Serial 152795 Japanese Air Force These are amazing and stillOriginal Item: Only One Available. The first Model Schmidt Rubin rifle was designed and approved in 1889, with production running between 1891 and 1897 at Eidgenoessische Waffenfabrik (Swiss Arms Factory), Bern, with a total production of about 212,000. This means that all model 1889 Schmidt Rubin rifles are pre 1899, and considered antique by the BATF under Federal Law. As this is rifle serial number 152795, we estimate this rifle was produced in