1851 Swiss Federal Rifle coverted breechloader

[artu44]

At last I got it. Yesterday I bought this sample which was converted by G. Manzoni in Lugano to Milbank Amsler system and chambered for the Vetterli round 10,4x38R rimfire. I use to shoot my oldies but this one will wait until I'll realize the better way to make rimfire cases. My idea is a solid brass head accepting a blank .22 cap and a cut lebel brass tin soldered on. I dont like complete solid cases made out a brass bar stock cause the thick mouth demands for heeled bullets. I thought also to convert the rifle centerfire, but the chance of ruining everything is too strong.

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[salpal48]

The is a great looking rifle. As far as I understand Fiocchi of Italy still make 10.4x38r Ammunition . . They are not able to import to The USA. Your Close and worth a inquiry
I would see if you can get the ammunition from somewhere local

[artu44]

At the end I converted it to centerfire. https://www.tapatalk.com/groups/theswissriflesdotcommessageboard/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=16029&from_new_topic=1

[CrystalShip]

That seems to be an excellent Conversion job. i's sure centerfire brass Is available there

[artu44]

That seems to be an excellent Conversion job. i's sure centerfire brass Is available there

Yes you can find easily PPU 8x50r lebel, the best choice for the venerable .41 swiss.