Original Swiss Vetterli M1871 Infantry Magazine Rifle- 10.35 x 47mm Hotchkiss MG The trigger guard could have

The trigger guard could have been a "left over" from an earlier period that was pressed into use or perhaps a later replacement using an older part

Shield width: 20"- 22"

Zivago" are in fact British Vickers Guns

Integral lock parts include: Lock plate

hip pockets

Original Swiss Vetterli M1871 Infantry Magazine Rifle- 10.35 x 47mm Hotchkiss MG The trigger guard could haveOriginal Item: Only One Available. Introduced in 1871 this utilized the "Winchester" tube magazine system for cartridge storage under the barrel. Later models changed over to the box Magazine found on most rifles of the WWI era. Nicely Maker marked and "Syst. Vetterli" around the Swiss National System of a cross on the left side of the receiver together with the serial number. Offered in fine condition with a very good bore this was a rifle serving at