Russian Berdan II Rifle (Model 1870) – Imperial Tula Arsenal 1885, 42 Berdan Antique & Blank Inspired by the classic 19th-century

Inspired by the classic 19th-century phrenology bust

The original Swiss hardwood stock is in very nice condition

Size: Approx

Brand new item — factory sealed in original manufacturer’s packaging

which provide insight into the rifle’s early military service

Russian Berdan II Rifle (Model 1870) – Imperial Tula Arsenal 1885, 42 Berdan Antique & Blank Inspired by the classic 19th-centuryManufactured by the Imperial Tula Arsenal in 1885, this Berdan II (Model 1870) is chambered in . 42 Berdan (10. 7558mmR). Designed by American inventor Hiram Berdan, it was the standard service rifle of the Imperial Russian Army before the introduction of the Mosin Nagant in 1891. The barrel is clearly marked I I 1885 (Imperial Tula Arms Factory 1885) with factory number No. 5663. The bolt is marked 13442 in two locations, consistent with late arsenal