The Swiss federal service rifle, featuring a distinctive straight-pull bolt action designed by Eduard Rubin and Rudolf Schmidt. The long-action design was refined over subsequent decades into one of the finest military rifle series ever made. Type: Rifle Action: Bolt-Action Caliber: 7.5x53.5mm Swiss Capacity: 12 Year introduced: 1889, Switzerland Weight: 10.25 oz Overall length: 51.6" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Military Service