Swiss Schmidt-Rubin Model 1889 7.5x53.5 GP90 Straight Pull Rifle

Description:
MANUFACTURER: EIDGENÖSSISCHE WAFFENFABRIK BERN
MODEL: 1889 SCHMIDT-RUBIN SPORTERIZED STRAIGHT-PULL RIFLE
YEAR MANUFACTURED: 1890–1892 
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: SWITZERLAND
SERIAL NUMBER: 184353
ARMORY MARKS: SWISS CROSS INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE MARKS; MATCHING SERIAL NUMBER 184353 ON RECEIVER, BARREL, BOLT ASSEMBLY, AND MAGAZINE
CALIBER: 7.5×53.5MM SWISS GP90 
CAPACITY: 12+1 ROUNDS
BARREL LENGTH: 22.00"
BARREL FEATURES: SPORTER-CONTOUR
RIFLING: 3-GROOVE RIGHT-HAND RIFLING
OVERALL LENGTH: 42.50" 
LENGTH OF PULL: 12.00" 
OPERATING SYSTEM: STRAIGHT-PULL, DETACHABLE BOX MAGAZINE FEED
ACTION: BOLT-ACTION
TRIGGER: MILITARY SINGLE-STAGE
IRON SIGHTS: GRADUATED MILITARY LADDER REAR WITH FIXED BLADE FRONT
OPTIC READY: RECEIVER DRILLED OR TAPPED
STOCK: SPORTERIZED WALNUT MILITARY STOCK WITH FINGER-GROOVE FORE-END, SHORTENED HANDGUARD, STEEL BUTTPLATE
GRIP: SMOOTH STRAIGHT-GRIP 
FIREARM FINISH: BLUED 
CONDITION: GOOD, LIGHT OXIDATION, AND STRONG BORE
ADDITIONAL FEATURES: MATCHING-NUMBER RECEIVER, BARREL, BOLT, AND 12-ROUND MAGAZINE • EARLY SWISS STRAIGHT-PULL MILITARY ACTION • DISTINCTIVE RING BOLT HANDLE • SPORTERIZED 22" CONFIGURATION 
WHAT’S INCLUDED: RIFLE, MAGAZINE, LEATHER SLING

This Swiss Model 1889 Schmidt-Rubin represents one of the most important leaps in military-rifle development: a fast, smooth straight-pull action paired with a high-capacity detachable magazine. Long before modern service rifles made rapid bolt manipulation commonplace, the Swiss were fielding this remarkably advanced design with precision-machined components and uncompromising workmanship. This example has been sporterized with a handier 22-inch barrel and shortened walnut stock, giving it a compact profile while preserving the unmistakable mechanical character of the original military action.

The Model 1889 was designed around Switzerland’s early 7.5mm GP90 cartridge and uses a 12-round detachable box magazine, an exceptionally generous capacity for a late-19th-century infantry rifle. Its straight-pull bolt allows the shooter to cycle the action with a direct rearward and forward stroke rather than rotating a conventional bolt handle. The matching serial numbers visible across the receiver, barrel, bolt assembly, and magazine give this rifle strong historical integrity despite its altered sporting configuration.

In the hands, this shortened rifle balances much faster than a full-length Swiss infantry model and carries naturally through timber, brush, or along the firing line. The walnut stock retains its military finger grooves and straight-grip profile, while the large ring-style bolt handle remains easy to grasp with bare or gloved hands. Its graduated ladder rear sight and fixed front blade preserve the purposeful military sighting arrangement, and the included leather sling adds period character.

For the collector who values mechanical innovation, Swiss machining, and unusual repeaters, this Model 1889 delivers serious historical presence without pretending to be a pristine rack rifle.

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Curio/Relic: Yes
Manufacturer: SWISS
Model: SCHMIDT RUBIN
Serial Number: 184353
Barrel Length: 22
Condition: GOOD

Price: $649.99
Shipping: $39.99
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