The Manufacture d'Armes de Saint-Étienne RSC 1917 Semi-Auto French is a france-made semi-automatic rifle chambered in 8x35SR, introduced in 1917. Primary use: sport, self_defense. Type: Rifle Action: Semi-Automatic Caliber: 8x35SR Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 1917, France Weight: 104 oz Overall length: 43.5" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: sport, self_defense