Schmidt-Rubin rifle.

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I acquired what I believe to be is a Schmidt-Rubin rifle which has been rechambered to .30-30. It is complete and the blueing, rifling (like new), metalwork of the bolt and woodwork is in excellent condition. Hardly seems like it has been used. The only negative is the bolt cocking handle has some kind of red material that is disintegrating. Can anyone please give me an indication of what it is worth and where I can learn a little more about it. It seems to be very well made...:confused:
 
"...Schmidt-Rubin rifle..." Which Model? Have a look here.
http://www.radix.net/~bbrown/schmidt_rubin.html
"...rechambered to .30-30..." Rebarreled maybe, but not likely. The original cartridge is rimless and is 151 thou longer than a rimmed .30-30 case. Both use a .308" bullet.
"...cocking handle has some kind of red material..." Most models had that prior to 1930. When they have any, Gunparts, Stateside, wants $23.10US for a replacement.
"...what it is worth..." The rotting bolt handle reduces the value, but Shooter's Choice in Waterloo, Ontario is listing 3 different models, all in 7.5 x 55 Swiss, at $395.
 
There was a quantity of Schmidt Rubin rifles sporterized and converted to .30-30 and .308.
Stocks and barrels were shortened.
Chambers were sleeved for the shorter, smaller diameter rounds.
Value of the rifle is nominal. There is little demand.
 
M1889 were usually converted to .30-.30
Most others that took the stronger GP11 load, like the 1896-11, M1911 to .308
 
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