Swiss 1889 Antique Rifle - Auction

Swiss 1889 Antique Rifle - Auction Straight Pull Bolt Action Free Floating Barrel Caliber 7.5X53.5mm 12 Round Mag Barrel Length 780mm/31" NRA rated Fair Surplus condition Antique-No FFL Required *Please Note - this rifle has a broken magazine latch, see pics* The rifle pictured is the one you will receive The Schmidt–Rubin Model 1889 is a Swiss military rifle produced in the late 19th century and manufactured in Switzerland. It features a distinctive straight-pull bolt action, allowing the shooter to cycle the bolt by pulling it straight back and pushing it forward rather than rotating it like a traditional bolt-action rifle. The rifle is chambered in 7.5×53.5mm Swiss (GP90) and uses a 12-round detachable box magazine, which was unusually high capacity for a military rifle of its era. This model has a 780 mm (31-inch) barrel and a free-floating barrel design, contributing to the reputation Swiss service rifles have for accuracy. The auction listing rates the rifle NRA Fair surplus condition, indicating noticeable wear from age and service but generally intact. It is described as Antique, meaning it was manufactured before 1899 and typically does not require an FFL for transfer in the United States. The seller also notes a broken magazine latch, so the rifle may require repair to securely retain the magazine.