Original Imperial Russian Model 1870 Berdan II Infantry Rifle by Tula Arsenal, 1879 Dated, Shortened for Ethiopian Service, Serial No. 3791 Receiver Molfese was born September 22nd

Molfese was born September 22nd

The top of the helmet has a manufactures around mark

The uniform itself is in wonderful condition with minimal moth nips present on both the tunics and the trousers

or during post war use

This is an outstanding named WWII (1946 Dated) U

Original Imperial Russian Model 1870 Berdan II Infantry Rifle by Tula Arsenal, 1879 Dated, Shortened for Ethiopian Service, Serial No. 3791 Receiver Molfese was born September 22ndOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an original Imperial Russian Model 1870 Berdan II single shot bolt action infantry rifle manufactured at Tula Arsenal in 1879 and subsequently shortened during its long service life, apparently in connection with later Ethiopian use. It now measures approximately 48 1 2" overall with a 28 1 4" barrel and retains Ethiopian service markings, Imperial Russian arsenal markings, serial number 3791 on the barrel