Original Swiss Model 1889 Schmidt-Rubin First-Pattern Straight-Pull Infantry Rifle with Exceptional Bore and Low Serial Number 26868 - Manufactured 1892 NATION the guns were tested at

the guns were tested at hundreds of stations nationwide on a weekly basis

with a large red cross embroidered in the centre

This same dark red washer pattern occurs near the cast aluminum pommel cap as well

and a steel "field" scabbard

Original Swiss Model 1889 Schmidt-Rubin First-Pattern Straight-Pull Infantry Rifle with Exceptional Bore and Low Serial Number 26868 - Manufactured 1892 NATION the guns were tested atOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very attractive early production Swiss Model 1889 Schmidt Rubin infantry rifle with low serial number 26868, manufactured during the second year of production in 1892. The rifle retains matching numbers on most of its principal components, an apparently untouched service finish, its original oil finished stock, a scarce 12 round detachable magazine, and an exceptional mirror bright bore that shows