The Madsen M1888 Forsøgsrekylgevær, developed by Madsen and Rasmussen, is likely the first self-loading rifle adopted by military service, predating smokeless powder. Despite its complexity, it was issued to Danish coastal fortresses. This recoil-operated rifle features a unique falling block bolt, an integral folding bayonet, and a top-mounted stripper clip magazine for the 8x58mm rimmed cartridge.
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