MachIVshooter
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Picked one of these up today, after seeing it at the shop on Wednesday. I didn't look closely before and am somewhat unfamiliar with the Swiss rifles, so I had figured it was a K31 (since that's what seems to be abound currently). I offered $200 for it and they called me back on Thursday to say OK. In the interim, I looked at many K-31's online and noticed one difference that really stood out (I hadn't really made a mental note of the barrel length or other features). All the K-31's have metal cocking handles, while this one had a red-orange plastic handle. When I went down to pick it up, I immediately noticed other differences. Once at home, I did more research and correctly identified it as an M1911 Infantry rifle. Needless to say, i am always happy to walk away with something more unusual. Furthermore, this rifle had to have been brought into the country some time ago, as there are no import marks whatsoever. Overall condition is very good, and all the numbers match (including the magazine). Per the S/N, this rifle was manufactured in 1916
I guess this means I'm still on the prowl for a K31, but it would seem I have allocated one of the less common examples of Swiss arms.
I really havn't any idea what the value of this rifle is. Like I said, I thought it was a K31 and offered accodingly (if not high), but I can't find any "for sale" M1911 rifles. I have found a few exampes of M1911 carbines that seem to bring a premium. If anyone knows, please tell.
I guess this means I'm still on the prowl for a K31, but it would seem I have allocated one of the less common examples of Swiss arms.
I really havn't any idea what the value of this rifle is. Like I said, I thought it was a K31 and offered accodingly (if not high), but I can't find any "for sale" M1911 rifles. I have found a few exampes of M1911 carbines that seem to bring a premium. If anyone knows, please tell.