A "Swiss Stutzer" Milbank-Amsler system, by I. Herrmann in Bern 
Cal. 10,4x44Swi…
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A "Swiss Stutzer" Milbank-Amsler system, by I. Herrmann in Bern Cal. 10,4x44Swiss, SN. 194, bright, octagonal barrel merging to round with bright bore, length 77 cm, dovetailed front sight and adjustable quadrant rear sight on top. Bayonet mount on the right at the muzzle. Breech-loading Milbank-Amsler system, stamped crown/"BF" and signature on lock plate, marked "S.I.G. Neuhausen" on breech. German engraver. Light walnut stock with iron furniture and hook butt cap. Repaired crack in the forestock below the chamber. Iron cleaning and discharging rod with stop. Length 127 cm. Triangular insert bayonet. Length 61 cm. WBK: Attention - For this gun we will need to obtain an export license for you, based on your import permit (if needed in your country) or through your firearms dealer - more info here Condition: II

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A "Swiss Stutzer" Milbank-Amsler system, by I. Herrmann in B

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