5490 - A bolt-action rifle by Schulhof in Suhl, 1884, probably from Prussian Army trials

A bolt-action rifle by Schulhof in Suhl, 1884, probably from Prussian Army trials Caliber 11.15x60R M71, No. 212, matching serial number. Rough-bore barrel, barrel bands, bayonet mount, and sight as on the M 1871 rifle. The receiver is marked on the left with "PATENT SCHULHOF SUHL 1884". Cylinder-type breechblock with extractor, ejector groove, and debris-deflecting grooves on the firing pin; engageable control rod (magazine lock/reloading mechanism), this control rod features a lever near the bolt nut: when swung in, the control rod is driven by the bolt and activates the automatic repeating mechanism; when not swung in, both the magazine and the automatic repeating mechanism are locked. Buttstock safety with cylinder lock, locking tensioner, and a locking mechanism in the rear section of the cylinder lock via an open-ended thread. Piston magazine with a spring-loaded hinged cover on the left, piston magazine with a cartridge receptacle, spring-loaded scissor-type pusher that positions the loaded cartridges, and underside of the piston with a guide rail and detent positions for cartridges. A swiveling feed rod, actuated by the control rod, transports the cartridges from the magazine in the bolt tube through the locking position to the cylinder lock, where the control rod actuates a throw lever that pushes the cartridge into the chamber. Magazine capacity: ten cartridges. Prussian inspection marks on the right side of the chamber and on the cartridge case (based on the serial number and inspection marks, it is likely that the rifle was part of a military trial). A mounting screw is missing from the guide rail in the buttstock area; the cleaning rod is also missing. Stock shows signs of wear. Metal parts on the exterior have a light layer of surface rust. This can be significantly improved with careful cleaning. Length: 134 cm. A well-preserved example of an extremely rare rifle, of which only a few were ever produced! WBK: Attention—For this firearm, we will need to obtain an export license for you, based on your import permit (if required in your country) or through your firearms dealer—more info here Condition: II -