Description
An 1870 model Vetterli rifle of the 'Reali Carabinieri' with bayonet
dating: 1887 provenance: Brescia, Round, rifled barrel with octagonal breech, provided with foresight and adjustable rear sight marked 'BRESCIA', 'PP', Savoy emblem under crown, with date '1887' and serial number 'A987'; bolt action provided with covering; wooden half stock with same serial number; iron mounts. Refreshed blueing. Complete with bayonet with different serial number and other stamps. length 109.5 cm.
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An 1870 model Vetterli rifle of the 'Reali Carabinieri' with bayonet