All rifles and muskets sold by IMA that were manufactured prior to 1899 are considered Antiques by the US BATF (United States Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco & Firearms). SAIS #1, p.32-33, part no.27 One of the fun factors in a any milsurp is locating and deciphering all the . trials) EY Emergency Use Only FR Factory Repair . .303 I. Place a minimum 25% deposit on the firearm, with the total amount to be finalised within 6 weeks, Ask our sales team for a quote on the paid in full price of the firearm. 1 Mk. Bring your PTA in store for brokerage (no fee applicable if purchasing firearms from us). Front trigger-guard screw. As a result of having Martini Henry originals in hand we've been able to make offer original and accurate replicas of parts, accessories and stocks to help you fix and maintain this iconic firearm. Create New Topic . this rifle was originaly manufactured in 1880 which was 140 years ago. Skennerton (Australian Service Longarms, 1975) states that the Victorian Government purchased the first 500 Francottes in 1887 at a cost of 3 pounds each. - Stk #C422 This British .303 Brit Enfield No. $25 plus pack & post. L39A1 7.62mm Rifle, conversion of .303 No. Nice used take off barrels strong riffling Shows wrench marks from removal. Crown 111 1. This highly collectable example is in excellent original condition having benefited from being well stored & maintained. A new purpose made Enfield rifled barrel was fitted a capital E Firearm Parts. Kingston, NY 12401 Phone: 866.686.7424 Fax: 877.486.7278 INTERWAR Era ISHAPORE Short Magazine Lee-Enfield No. As such, Khyber Pass Copy rifles cannot generally stand up to the pressures generated by modern commercial ammunition, because of the significant possibility of severe injury or death to the operator it is generally advised that such weapons should not be fired under any but the most extremely unlikely rare and desperate circumstances, although some collectors have made mild handloaded cartridges for their Khyber Pass rifles. Vicker Empire Model Martini Match Rifle - SOLD. I. $5 ea. Title 18, U.S. Code, Section 921(a)(16) defines antique firearms as all guns manufactured prior to 1899. See Small Arms Identification Series pam #1, '.303 Rifle No.1 SMLE', New CDs Martini-Enfield rifles were manufactured/converted by: RSAF (Royal Small Arms Factory), Enfield Lock But have the idea to hunt a blue wildebeest with it next year hunting season. They are thought to be unique among Martini-Enfield variants issued in Australia. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Faris catalogue excerpts with folders of photos and video clips. Collar dia. - 102117. Classic Martini Action . I am thinking of also putting a new stock on to safe the old on from getting damage somewhere, I have heard the Rhino rounds are very good. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. In the Citadel, the Egyptians assembled Martini-Enfield rifles and carbines in .303 British caliber using British-made parts from a variety of sources. THE SNIDER' FOR SALE Caliber: Condition: NEW State: Queensland More Details. In 1888 the British introduced the .303 caliber Lee Metford bolt Action Rifle. or Best Offer +$14.95 shipping What loads whould you guys recomend. & M Co. (Birmingham Small Arms and Metal Company) manufactured in 1885 that was converted to .303 caliber in 1896 by Enfield. And numbered on right hand side of the body (top right) with a four-figure serial number that matched that on the barrel. Adopted in 1871, the . Beside the main compartment it . Right M.E. rights $10 ea. Therefore, all of IMA's Antique guns may be shipped to all US States and most nations around the world. Martini-Henry Cavalry Carbines are not as plentiful on the collector market as are the rifles, so a piece such as this one is easily worth $2,500. Joined Apr 8, 2016 Messages 68 Reaction score 43 Location Lichtenburg Media 3 . Pay the balance of the firearm and choose from the following: 3. This is NZ marked no.64 also NZ with an arrow above the NZ and then 98. The action still retains a crown over V.R. Legal Notice - International Military Antiques, Inc observes all Federal, State and local laws. A new purpose made Enfield rifled barrel was fitted a capital "E" stamped upon the knocksform to denote that form of rifling. - 102117. the muzzle gauges .304 - Basically hardly any wear, Very Good Condition Quite remarkable considering BSA & M Co (Birmingham Small Arms & Metals Co, later simply BSA) All in sound condition with trap and spring. In 1895, the Enfield rifled barrel was introduced, which was much more suitable for use with "modern" (smokeless) ammunition. * BSA & M Co (Birmingham Small Arms & Metals Co, later simply BSA) Reference books in Stock. Be the first to know of our latest discoveries and exclusive offers. Out-of-print books The brass roundel has no unit designations. The ammunition used in the region is often underloaded, being made from a variety of powders -or even old film (which contains nitrocellulose, a key component of smokeless powder). De Lisle with .22 prototype, APEX Gun Parts is your source for hard to find gun parts, parts kits, and accessories. Shooting and showing the martini enfield in 303 british thanks to luke and brian at general coin & gun exchange! Books as pdf files, images as .jpg, video as MP4. Upper Swivel for sling Martini Henry Bayonet Bar all rifles. This rifle is a Martini MkIII either converted in 1895 using the .303 caliber rifling. Each- $25. IMA considers all of our antique guns as non-firing, inoperable and/or inert. Crown VR Enfield 1879. The name. Arisaka Type 38 Carbine 6.550 Jap (26869), Fazakerley No4 MkI Imitation Sniper 303 (26846)(1948), Spandau Schutztruppen Gewehr 98 8x57mm Mauser (26715), Lithgow SHT.LEE Mk III .303 (26279) (1917), Finnish Tikka Mosin Nagant M91 7.62x54R (26336), BSA No1 Mk III .303 British (16229) (1938), Lithgow No. Lee Enfield .22 & 303 Parts. 6d 12h AU $10.00 postage British WWII Army Lee Enfield SMLE Martini Rifle Canvas Sling Brand new AU $27.09 Was: AU $28.52 AU $6.36 postage SPONSORED British WWII Army Lee Enfield SMLE Martini Rifle Canvas Sling Brand new AU $31.74 Bolthead retaining spring. I see that IvW has already informed you of the best bullet to use in your SMLE. A purpose made .303 breech block was installed. Egyptian-marked, and largely a reworking of Martini-Enfield parts. All Images and Text Copyright 2003-2023 International Military Antiques Inc. All Rights Reserved. Enfield Martini Mk11 303 Take Down Pin (METDS) $30 00. ACI & date (1896), Matching serial numbers on the action & rear sight 1 Mk III .303 British (26227) (1912), Lithgow No.1 Mk III* .303 British (15705) (1945). It has a nice consistent patina on all the metal parts, and the wood has a nice uniform look to it. Would be using PMP brass. Very much like the feel of it - reasonably light easy to handle.. Of course, the jury still out on running some 303's thru it. New manufacture of Martini Rifles in the .303 caliber was also introduced so some Martini examples were never in the old .450/.577 caliber. Set of 3 large (full size 1:1 scale) sheets, newly printed on acid free paper plus 2x A4-size manufacturing drawings of the .45 bolthead modification and required shortened .303 striker components. rather than the usual Pattern 1895 Socket Bayonet. New Out-of-Print and Rare books page Original Indian War Period Items (1866-1897) - apply Category filter. reserved Whilst most Martini-Enfields were converted rifles, a number were newly manufactured as well. and is designed to accept the P1888 sword bayonet, the single part forend Lee Enfield # 1 MK 3 Canvas Rifle Cover (Case) With Sling Carry Strap, WWII Pattern LE3092 Made from heavy canvas material, this gun case was used for the Enfield #1 MKIII and #1 MKIV rifles. Laser Mounts Laser Sights; Magazines. As Lee Enfield enthusiasts, we are aware that many SMLE's have been 'sporterised' over the years. Nosecap nut. Production of the carbine was based upon the MKIII Martini Numrich Gun Parts Corporation offers the largest selection and best prices for hard to find Martini parts. 4. Calibre .303 Price: 500 Very Good Condition Conversion from Martin Henry MkIII Rifle Production of the carbine was based upon the MKIII Martini action from a MkIII rifle. They are identified as being fitted with a nose cap which allows the fixing of the Pattern 1888 Sword Bayonet. rdog wrote on Bob Nelson 35Whelen's profile. such Originally (from 1889) MartiniHenry conversions used Metford rifled barrels (and were known as MartiniMetford rifles), which were more than suitable for the first .303 cartridges, which used black powder as a propellant but wore out very quickly when fired with cordite/nitrocellulose cartridges (introduced in 1895). Martini Henry .577/450 Commercial MkII LSA - SOLD. . Click here to apply. .303 Rifle No.1 Mk III & Mk III* - Parts here are new, I assume the brass piece was used to lock the sight into position when raised. Left III & date (1830). Email me when available. $2,150 00 $169.99. Good day I am playing around with the idea to hunt with this clasic rifle. We specialize in all military surplus weapons from AK-47s, AR-15s, Mausers, CETME, Enfields, UZIs, and much more! Skip to content. * Spelling errors in the markings (the most common of which is a backwards "N" in "Enfield") Owen Machine Carbine drawings . Originally (from 1889) Martini-Henry conversions used Metford rifled barrels (and were known as Martini-Metford rifles), which were more than suitable for the first .303 cartridges, which used black powder as a propellant, but they wore out very quickly when fired with cordite/nitrocellulose cartridges (introduced in 1895) and so in 1895 the Enfield rifled barrel was introduced, which was much more satisfactory and suitable for use with "modern" (smokeless) ammunition. SAIS #1, p.32-33, part no.17 The Martini-Enfield Mk I was effectively a Martini-Henry Mk III rebarrelled to .303 and with a new extractor installed, whilst the Martini-Enfield Mk II rifles were generally of new manufacture- although there are examples of converted Mk II rifles. go to our separate 'WANTED' page, Lee-Enfield parts Royal Warwickshire Regiment, I suspect it was used by the Royal Warwickshire Regiment Upper Swivel for sling Martini Henry Bayonet Bar all rifles. Good condition for age (148yrs). We set ourselves apart by supplying unique parts at a good value and standing by our products by offering outstanding customer service. 'British Sniper' excerpts on the No.4(T) & L42A1, 'Collector' articles, * NA&A Co (National Arms & Ammunition Co) I'm in need of two parts to build up a rifle. Gun: Mark I Martini-Henry Cavalry Carbine. Cadet Force, I have shot this several times reloaded ammunition, it Martini Enfield MK1 in .303 British SOLD Description: This is a Martini Henry Mk III Rifle by B.S.A. This particular rifle saw service with the Victorian government as can be seen by the markings. A year after the introduction of the MkI, it was [citation needed] This practice is not recommended, and anyone firing a Khyber Pass rifle is doing so at their own risk. Martini Henry Parts . with Images & Data Farmer 1 wrote on Mark Biggerstaff's profile. Martini Enfield Martini-Enfield rifles were, by and large, conversions of the Zulu War era .450/577 Martini-Henry, rechambering the rifle for use with the newly introduced .303 British cartridge. Opens in a new window or tab. Some, like the one in this video, were acquired as guns sold out of service, as indicated by the double facing broad arrow marks on the barrel knox form. Next Last. But they are usually terribly worn. Submit. (Limited Stock Available) Sort by Filters. is marked ENFIELD and the wood butt stock and the brass marking disc are both stamped with the date of 1895. This long awaited book is THE complete History of the British Military Martini Henry rifle and Carbine in all its many variants and from 1869 to 1903. $24.95 3 review (s) Parts For Martini Henry Rifles Sold Item #C3986 Parts For Martini Henry Rifles Maker: Model: Caliber/Gauge: Description: We have a significant collection of parts for the Martini Henry military large frame rifles. When in doubt, fear, joy or any other human emotion tea is to be drunk. IMA works diligently to be aware of these ever changing laws and obeys them accordingly. Is this the same rifle used by the "Brits" against the Zulus? Go. Total:7,262 (members:944, guests:6,318). SAIS #1, p.32-33, part no.14 Assorted South African units & police marked The .303 brit has been taking game all over the world for many years its a classic and you have it in a nice rifle by the sounds of it. The Martini-Enfield was in service from 1895-1918 (Lawrence of Arabia's Arab Irregulars were known to have used them during the Arab Revolt of 1916-1918, along with any other firearms they could acquire), and it remained a Reserve Arm in places like India and New Zealand until well into World War II. Martini Enfield .303. Butt marking disc & screw. *Please note that permits may be issued on average 5-7 business days from application date if firearms are already on your licence. Martini-Henry variants were used throughout the British Empire for many decades. Between the years 1878 and 1889 the RSAF Enfield made 130,000 IC1 carbines, but with the adoption of the .303" calibre in the regular army, production ceased, with most of the component parts being utilized in the conversion to .303 Martini Metford and Martini Enfield carbines. $2 ea. Whilst most MartiniEnfields were converted rifles a number were newly manufactured as well. The .303 Martinis that I have seen over here have almost all been carbines. Title 18, U.S. Code, Section 921(a)(16) defines antique firearms as all guns made prior to 1899. 4. The fore stock wood is of the late, post 1888 style, fitted with a bayonet stand for the P-1888 Metford/Enfield Bayonet, this model did not accept a socket bayonet and was fitted with a ramp front sight. and various military inspection marks, This is a martini action .303 rifle. $2 ea. Devout Yorkshireman Australian manufacture SAIS #1, p.32-33, part no.14 Golden, Gunmakers to the Late King of Prussia. The bayonet fitting is the rigbypattern Love the old Martini's. Generally inferior workmanship, including weak/soft metal, poorly finished wood, and badly struck markings. These with the Enfield barrel are quite capable of being shot with current modern .303 ammunition & with the bore this has it is definitely a capable shooter. 15: .450 & .303 Martini Rifles & Carbines (2002) Skennerton, Ian, Arms & Militaria Press, Gold Coast, QLD. I am stil waiting for my firearm licenced to be approved so I am going mad. . Let me know how to pay. History of the Martini-Enfield Mk1 Rifle: Originally Martini-Henry conversions used Metford rifled barrels (and were known as Martini-Metford rifles), which were more than suitable for the first .303 cartridges, which used black powder as a propellant, but they wore out very quickly when fired with cordite/nitrocellulose cartridges (introduced in 1895) and so in 1895 the Enfield rifled barrel was introduced, which was much more satisfactory and suitable for use with "modern" (smokeless) ammunition. The MartiniEnfield Mk I was a MartiniHenry Mk III barreled to .303 & with a new extractor installed whilst the MartiniEnfield Mk II rifles were generally of new manufacture, although there are examples of converted Mk II rifles. With CCI primers, What year model is that one the one I got is on oneside 1875 or 76 cant remember and the other side 1900. The quality on such rifles varies from "As good as a factory-produced example" to "dangerously unsafe", tending towards the latter end of the scale. Egyptian "Citadel" production, for (I believe) the Egyptian police, i.e. Laidler & Skennerton - '.303 No.4(T) - An Armourers Perspective'. page, Copyright 2000-2022 The Martini-Enfield Mk I was effectively a Martini-Henry Mk III re-barreled to .303 and with a new extractor installed, whilst the Martini-Enfield Mk II rifles were generally of new manufacture- although there are examples of converted Mk II rifles. BSA Model 12/15 - SOLD Martini Enfield MkI Artillery Carbine Calibre .303 - SOLD. Over 100 photos & pdf files of W.G. rifles the Proof mark is only on the barrel (and on the action falling-block), and the third mark on the barrel is the 'NP' mark for Nitro-Proof, also below the crown. During the various British military expeditions in the North-West Frontier, the locals acquired examples of the Martini-Henry, Martini-Enfield, and later, Lee-Enfield rifles and began to make their own copies. LE4117. Sighting was Martini Cadet Front Sight Hood (MCFSH) . Enfield Snider - Martini Henry Cavalry Carbine Leather Sight Cover 20.50 Click & Collect 3.70 postage 223 sold MARTINI HENRY RELIC ( ZULU WAR ERA ) 4.00 1.60 postage Victorian Martini Henry Rifle Forend Band 25.00 0 bids 5.50 postage 1d 13h Martini Henry Cavalry Carbine Hand Guard 16.00 Click & Collect 3.70 postage 105 sold This is a handsome carbine with an unmarked receiver, and has 75-80% of the. In 1895, the Enfield rifled barrel was introduced, which was much more suitable for use with modern (smokeless) ammunition. . This law exempts antique firearms from any form of gun control or special engineering because they are not legally considered firearms. supeseded by the MkII, The block, firing pin, sleeve & extractor are all Martini-Enfield MkII 303 $1,000.00 FOR SALE Caliber: 303 Condition: GOOD State: Northern Territory More Details. Rifle Parts - apply Category filter. Just added to your cart. Shop Martini Gun Parts Cadet Small Frame Henry Large Frame Miscellaneous Numrich Gun Parts Corporation 226 Williams Ln. $2 ea. [citation needed] The ammunition used in the region is often underloaded, being made from a variety of powdersor even old film (which contains nitrocellulose, a key component of smokeless powder). Incorporating Carr Bros. & Wm. Modern .303 Proof by the Birmingham Proof House, The bore gauges at .303 and the the last 3/4" at Inner barrel band screw. .303 I in 1895. Bob my friend from Sydney went to Safari firearms yesterday to pick up some stuff & looked at the Marlin 35 REM for me, they want $1900 for it with a tasco scope, & $1600 with out scope i think its a $900 rifle at the most thank you for the lead but i will not pay that much. Martini Enfield MkI - 303 - Dated 1896 - SOLD. Mauser Pocket pistol parts. Whilst most Martini-Enfields were converted rifles, a number were newly manufactured as well. Description. All parts are sold on a no return basis. You may want to have a competent gunsmith check out the barrel and action for you to ensure it is in good condition before pushing the limits on the action. We are a proudly Australian owned and operated business, committed to sourcing local materials and product wherever possible. Late Gunmakers to The Royal Armouries. SAIS #1, p.28-29, part no.38 The quality on such rifles varies from "As good as a factory-produced example" to "dangerously unsafe", tending towards the latter end of the scale. Revamp that 303 with a brand-new barrel. A redesign of the Lee-Metford (adopted by the British Army in 1888), the Lee-Enfield superseded the earlier Martini-Henry, Martini-Enfield, and Lee-Metford rifles. More information. It looks like someone was fishing in one of your pictures. 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