The bolt is still bright steel, and the bore is in excellent condition, with a bright finish and crisp lands and grooves. There are multiple Swiss Cross proof marks on the metal components of a gun, which are in very good used condition, with some of the original finish present. The magazine itself looks functional, though we have no way to test the feed system. The magazine cutoff/release lever works correctly as well. The rifle cycles securely, with a very satisfying "clunk-click", though the bakelite cocking handle does show damage, which can make it hard to grip. We would consider this to be an "ALL MATCHING" example. Some parts, such as barrel bands, do not usually have serial number markings. Serial number 112429 is present on all components of the rifle including the bolt & magazine, with shortened number 429 even being stamped on all parts of the rear sight and any other components. This example is in very good condition, with a great look, and only moderate signs of age and use. As this is rifle serial number 112429, we estimate this rifle was produced in 1894-5. This means that all model 1889 Schmidt Rubin rifles are pre-1899, and considered antique under Federal Law. The first Model Schmidt-Rubin rifle was designed and approved in 1889, with production running between 18 at Eidgenoessische Waffenfabrik (Swiss Arms Factory), Bern, with a total production of about 212,000.
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