Original Swiss First Model 1889/11 Schmidt-Rubin .22LR Converted Short Training Rifle with Muzzle Cover - Serial 127713 U.S. Air Force and with Neheim -Ruhr arching

and with Neheim -Ruhr arching beneath that

where they were joined by the Boston II at Pictou

Cleaning has however removed much of the finish from the blade

though the leather does show age

Original Swiss First Model 1889/11 Schmidt-Rubin .22LR Converted Short Training Rifle with Muzzle Cover - Serial 127713 U.S. Air Force and with Neheim -Ruhr archingOriginal Item: Only One Available. The first Model Schmidt Rubin rifle was designed and approved in 1889, with production running between 1891 and 1897 at Eidgenoessische Waffenfabrik (Swiss Arms Factory), Bern, with a total production of about 212,000. This means that all model 1889 Schmidt Rubin rifles are pre 1899, and considered antique under Federal Law. As this is rifle serial number 127713, we estimate this rifle was produced in 1893 1894. This