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Jun 10, 2009 · Here is a very old antique Italian Vetterli model 1870/87/15 chambered in 6.5x52mm Carcano. Has a 33.5 inch barrel with a bore that has some rifling but is pretty pitted and worn, which is understandable due to it's age and the corrosive powders they used back in the day.
Jul 15, 2021 · While there are many military rifles that have seen extensive service, the Italian M1870/87/15 Vetterli-Vitali stands out as one of the longest-serving military rifles in any guise.
May 13, 2019 · The primary platform for the Vetterli action was the infantry Fucile Modello 1870, a long-barreled, full-length infantry rifle that appeared in several versions involving minor design and sighting variations, all of which were ultimately superseded by the perfected regulation (i.e., Tipi Regolamentare) piece.
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Jan 23, 2001 · Cartouche reads: 1879 surrounded by ARTICFABDARMI BRESCIA; There are three inspectors marks on the left side of the stock below the rear of the chamber opening and above and between the magazine and the tigger/guard assembly. 70/87: Fucile: 10.4x47R Italian Vetterli: VX*5066: VX*5066: Torre Annunziata : 1878: 70/87/15: Fucile: 6.5x52 Carcano ...
Nov 3, 2016 · The Model 1870 Vetterli was the Italian service rifle from 1870-1887. The M1870 was a single-shot bolt action rifle chambered for the 10.4mm Vetterli centerfire cartridge, at first loaded with black powder and later with smokeless powder.
ITALIAN Antique VETTERLI-VITALI 1870/87/15 Rifle. Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories. Made in 1890 & Served as Late as WWII! Here we present an antique Italian Vetterli-Vitali Model 1870/87/15 Infantry Rifle, made in 1890.
Sep 9, 1999 · The M1870 Italian Vetterli is a quintessential single-shot, bolt action military rifle of the early metallic cartridge period. The firing pin is powered by a short coil spring located under a cap at the rear of the bolt. Lifting the bolt handle cocks the rifle. Pulling the bolt back exposes the chamber.
