18171 Vetterli parts

[panzerman88]

I am looking for a source of parts for my 1871 Vetterli, she needs a nose cap, sling and cleaning rod and perhaps more .

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[Aragorn243]

Ebay has lots of Vetterli parts. Numrich might be another source.

[panzerman88]

I did just find a nosecap on Ebay that I think fits mine and have asked the seller if it does, but that's about it. Numerich did not have in stock what I needed, Liberty Tree was a strikeout but I will keep looking

[Aragorn243]

Ebay is not instantaneous usually but it will show up eventually. Swiss Vetterli parts show up a lot so you should be able to get what you need fairly quickly. I know because I was seeking Italian Vetterli parts, (which are less common) and saw the Swiss stuff constantly.

I've bought a ton of stuff off Ebay and my advice is to have what you are willing to pay and stick to it. If something goes too high, just wait for the next one. You do need to be reasonable however. If things consistently sell at a high price, you may have to venture there yourself.

Your sling is probably non-existent although there are a few fellows that make reproductions out there. The cleaning rod will not be cheap. Expect to pay $50 and up for one.