SOLD - Rare, Terrific Swiss ZFK 31/43 Sniper Rifle

Description

6/23/23 - This is a fantastic example of a super rare Swiss K31/43 sniper rifle from 1942. There were only 2,300 ZFK31/42 and ZFK31/43 rifles produced in total, with the only distinction being the zoom power of the optic. A variant of Swiss K31 straight-pull service rifle, these were the first Swiss sniper rifle designed during WWII and used a 2.8x14 side mount sniper scope with a folding front objective head that folds down on to the side of the stock for protection during transport. The scope was designed this way to keep the snipers head down. It has the standard Swiss wide, inverted "v" reticle and the optics on this particular example are clear/excellent. It also features an adjustable sight with slider to compensate for bullet drop. The rifle features matching numbers on the barrel, receiver and magazine. Terrific bluing throughout with minimal handling wear, and nearly all finish loss on the buttplate. The stock is in similar condition with only a few minor dings or nicks. No import mark. Minty bore. Comes with a leather sling.