Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this bolt-action rifle today for a penny-start auction, this is the Eidgenössische Waffenfabrik, Bern (W+F Bern) Vetterli Model 1881 (M.81).
(Please note that this example has been sporterized and is missing its bolt.)
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Eidgenössische Waffenfabrik, Bern (W+F Bern)
Model: Vetterli Model 1881 (M.81)
Serial: 224894
Date of Manufacture: 1881-1887
Caliber: 10.4x38mmR Swiss (.41 Swiss)
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 33"
Optics/Sights: Blade Front with Adjustable Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Walnut Buttstock and Forend
Action: Bolt-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Swiss Vetterli Model 1881 Repetiergewehr, officially designated as the Schweizerisches Repetiergewehr Modell 1881 (Swiss Repeating Rifle Model 1881), stands as the ultimate technological pinnacle of Johann-Friedrich Vetterli’s revolutionary rifle series, embodying the final refinements of the first repeating, turn-bolt action system adopted for standard military service. Commissioned to integrate a decade of field-tested improvements, the Model 1881 succeeded the Model 1878 and was manufactured with Swiss precision at the state-owned Eidgenössische Waffenfabrik in Bern. This final configuration retained the robust, self-cocking mechanics and high-capacity tubular magazine architecture that allowed it to hold a formidable 12 rounds of ammunition. To maximize its long-range capabilities, the rifle was outfitted with the sophisticated Schmidt-Quadrantenvisier Modell 1881, Blatt ausziehbar (Schmidt quadrant sight model 1881, extendable blade). Designed by ordnance engineer Rudolf Schmidt, this advanced sighting mechanism featured a telescoping extension leaf housed within the sight body, extending the rifle's effective ranging graduations from 225 up to 1,600 meters. Firing the legendary .41 Swiss (10.4×38mmR) rimfire cartridge, the M.81 provided infantrymen with unmatched rapid-fire volume, successfully safeguarding Swiss neutrality through the sunset of the black-powder era as a crown jewel of national defense until the modern, smokeless-powder Schmidt–Rubin system officially superseded the Vetterli lineage following its adoption in 1889.
Model: Vetterli Model 1881 (M.81)
Serial: 224894
Date of Manufacture: 1881-1887
Caliber: 10.4x38mmR Swiss (.41 Swiss)
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 33"
Optics/Sights: Blade Front with Adjustable Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Walnut Buttstock and Forend
Action: Bolt-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Swiss Vetterli Model 1881 Repetiergewehr, officially designated as the Schweizerisches Repetiergewehr Modell 1881 (Swiss Repeating Rifle Model 1881), stands as the ultimate technological pinnacle of Johann-Friedrich Vetterli’s revolutionary rifle series, embodying the final refinements of the first repeating, turn-bolt action system adopted for standard military service. Commissioned to integrate a decade of field-tested improvements, the Model 1881 succeeded the Model 1878 and was manufactured with Swiss precision at the state-owned Eidgenössische Waffenfabrik in Bern. This final configuration retained the robust, self-cocking mechanics and high-capacity tubular magazine architecture that allowed it to hold a formidable 12 rounds of ammunition. To maximize its long-range capabilities, the rifle was outfitted with the sophisticated Schmidt-Quadrantenvisier Modell 1881, Blatt ausziehbar (Schmidt quadrant sight model 1881, extendable blade). Designed by ordnance engineer Rudolf Schmidt, this advanced sighting mechanism featured a telescoping extension leaf housed within the sight body, extending the rifle's effective ranging graduations from 225 up to 1,600 meters. Firing the legendary .41 Swiss (10.4×38mmR) rimfire cartridge, the M.81 provided infantrymen with unmatched rapid-fire volume, successfully safeguarding Swiss neutrality through the sunset of the black-powder era as a crown jewel of national defense until the modern, smokeless-powder Schmidt–Rubin system officially superseded the Vetterli lineage following its adoption in 1889.
(Please note that this example has been sporterized and is missing its bolt.)
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
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Additional Information
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https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1178450468 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-06-07 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
13.34 |
