Wow, what a story! A fantastic gift for sure and I'm positive they will be put to the use intended. The cartridge of the M.95 straight pull bolt action is quite different from the 1908. The M.95 is a rimmed cartridge while the 1908 is rimless and it has a larger groove diameter of about .327", at least it is on a friend's rifle.
Rolf, prayers have been said for you that your medical difficulties be overcome.