SWISS RIFLES
Created on July 12th 2012
Mainly the Schmidt-Rubin Straight pull models
A marvel of precision Swiss design and manufacture from the later 1800’s
with a reputation for deadly accuracy………..
To the Nay-sayers: All rifles which pass through my hands if imported by By Sword & Musket Ltd are completely stripped, cleaned and submitted for proof. Whilst away at Proof the stocks are usually stripped and cleaned and then refinished. However, these rifles are so good its worth taking the process that little bit further. When they are found these K31s usually show extreme stock surface damage as they have been in service almost continually most of their existence. Consequently they usually look terrible. Both Beech and Walnut are extremely workable timbers and with a lot of care and careful attention, by hand, they can be restored to their former glory. If I really charged for the hours of hands on finishing that has gone into their restoration they wouldn’t sell. And there are those that complain bitterly at the eventual price, but I assure you most people wouldn’t get out of bed for the hourly rate that this returns let alone try to run a business on it. It is the interest and respect for these objects from the past that drive me to such extremes. If you wish to own something which has had this kind of care and attention applied to them, then you are looking at the correct items. If you want one that has been shown the complete opposite level of care then you can easily buy a much cheaper example but the old adage; “You get what you pay for …” stands here. However, you may have to pull it off the pallet yourself. Yes, I know that a beaten up example could shoot just as well if it had the same mechanical attention as these but, also it will always be a beaten up example and you will only be able to re-sell it in the same ball park as you paid for it. If you want an investment that you can respect then this IS the rifle for you. Buyer decides. At the moment it belongs to By Sword & Musket and we are proud to offer it knowing you will have absolutely no problem with it, and it will perform as well as you expect it to. You give me pictures of the Queen you too can own it with same pride as I currently do.
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