There has been surprisingly little interest in the Khyber Pass varieties of rifle in the Military Surplus collecting community, which is odd given that many of the Khyber Pass rifles are richly decorated and make excellent "wall-hangers" or conversation pieces. While some vendors may claim them to be made by Enfield, most usually make no claim at all regarding their authenticity. $2 ea. A purpose made .303 breech block was installed. Price: 40.00 Firing Pin spring (ML2) Ref: S554 More information. Title 18, U.S. Code, Section 921(a)(16) defines antique firearms as all guns made prior to 1899. Nosecap back screw. In 1895, the Enfield rifled barrel was introduced, which was much more suitable for use with modern (smokeless) ammunition. 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. 1 Mk III* .303 British (16283) (1945), BSA No. Nosecap back screw. Peter Dyson & Son Ltd. Cuckoo Lane, Honley, Holmfirth Yorkshire, HD9 6AS Tel: 01484 661062 design. The later pointed Mk VII is lighter and has a higher velocity. Items similar to a 303 Martini Enfield 1895 MK1 Blued Wood. With, for example, the BSA Model 15 or BSA Model 12/15 Martini-actioned rifles, the view mark should be visible both on the barrel and on the action body RHS top. Skennerton (Australian Service Longarms, 1975) states that the Victorian Government purchased the first 500 Francottes in 1887 at a cost of 3 pounds each. Martini Enfield MK1 in .303 British SOLD Description: This is a Martini Henry Mk III Rifle by B.S.A. Sold Item #44785 The bayonet fitting is the rigbypattern any Original Item: Only One Available. Everything for sale on ima-usa.com is completely legal to own, trade, transport and sell within the United States of America. It featured a ten-round box magazine which was loaded with the .303 British cartridge manually from the top, either one round at a time or by means of five-round chargers . 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. MkII For Wanted. Crown 111 1. 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. Enfield 1881 Crown over inverted Broad Arrow (inspectors mark) III. A number have recently been imported into the US by returning soldiers and some of the larger Arms Wholesalers, so interest in them may grow in the future. $95.00. All this on one side and on the other. HRB Co (Henry Rifle Barrel Co, later went out of business and taken over by Blenheim Engineering) 1,383. The British markings were (mostly . Bolthead retaining spring. The Khyber Pass region between Pakistan and Afghanistan has long had a reputation for producing unlicensed, home-made copies of firearms using whatever materials are available-more often than not, railway sleepers, junked motor vehicles, and scrap metal. Martini Enfield MkI - 303 - Dated 1896 - SOLD. Kingston, NY 12401 Phone: 866.686.7424 Fax: 877.486.7278 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). . $3 ea. As Lee Enfield enthusiasts, we are aware that many SMLE's have been 'sporterised' over the years. doesnt like Hot or Modern MkVII ammunition which causes hard extraction. Front trigger-guard screw. Do you fire standard factory ammo with it. Opens in a new window or tab. What ammo do you have available?? What loads whould you guys recomend. The action still retains a crown over V.R. Thank you very much for posting your trip report with Chapungu-Kambako Safaris! SAIS #1, p.32-33, part no.17 1 Mk. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. Regards Mike. Regards Mike. Southern Cross Militaria Most .303 conversions have a dove-tailed metal insert in the breech face to accommodate the smaller firing pin used with the higher pressure .303 british round. Martini-Enfield MkII 303 $1,000.00 FOR SALE Caliber: 303 Condition: GOOD State: Northern Territory More Details. We have had it apart & as you can see in the photos, it is in great condition even in the areas the sun doesnt reach. Down graded to Drill Purpose whilst still in service & marked to the 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. - 102117. SAIS #1, p.32-33, part no.28 Garry, I'm still chuckling over your homemade aperture sight. 1. Click here to apply. It fires a hardened lead bullet with a muzzle velocity of 1,350 feet per second, and the weapon is sighted for up . BSA Martini International .22 MKII Stripped Receiver Used item A $90.00 Incl GST. Regular price 30.95 More information. Rare Martini-Enfield Carbine with Protestant Irish Militia Markings Price: $2,995.00 Description: Serial #2270C, .303 British, 21" barrel with a very good bore that has a small amount of mild freckling within the grooves. .303 No.4(T) & 7/62mm L42A1 Apply for a Queensland Permit to Acquire (PTA) online, using our details as the registered owner and disposer. Sighting was 1 Mk III .303 British (26227) (1912), Lithgow No.1 Mk III* .303 British (15705) (1945). . * RSAF (Royal Small Arms Factory), Enfield Lock the muzzle gauges .304 - Basically hardly any wear, Very Good Condition Quite remarkable considering See Small Arms Identification Series pam #1, '.303 Rifle No.1 SMLE', New CDs The book begins at the 1860's trials and continues the story to the new century and beyond, The service .577/450" calibre, the .402" and the .303 variants, the Bayonets, the Ammunition, the . Love the old Martini's. Revamp that 303 with a brand-new barrel. * Generally inferior workmanship, including weak/soft metal, poorly finished wood, and badly struck markings. Original Martini-Henry Rifle 3rd Model Brass Sight Cover with Enfield Inspector Stamp From $34.95 Original British Martini Henry MKIV Rifle Long Lever Rifle Cleaning Rod From $49.95 Free Domestic Shipping on orders $300+ Hassle Free 30 Day Return Period 100% Safe Secure Checkout Guaranteed Authentic to the Historical Period Khyber Pass Copies The MartiniEnfield saw service with Australian colonial forces during the Second Anglo-Boer War (18991902). Beside the main compartment it . & M Co. (Birmingham Small Arms and Metal Company) manufactured in 1885 that was converted to .303 caliber in 1896 by Enfield. * NA&A Co (National Arms & Ammunition Co) $36.00 plus post in mailing tube. Submit. These rifles were mostly issued to colonial troops these single shot .303 caliber rifles were well out-matched by the British Tommy's Long Lee-Metford or Long Lee-Enfield bolt-action magazine rifle, which used the same cartridge. for..303 Martini, SMLE, &c. Buttplate screw. site Peter Dyson & Son Ltd. are members of G.T.A. Very Good Condition. Upper Swivel for sling Martini Henry Bayonet Bar all rifles. * LSA Co (London Small Arms Co) 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. (Limited Stock Available) Sort by Filters. SAIS #1, p.34-35, part no.45 $5 ea. and various military inspection marks, All Images and Text Copyright 2003-2023 International Military Antiques Inc. All Rights Reserved. This law exempts antique firearms from any form of gun control or special engineering because they are not legally considered firearms. Legal Notice - International Military Antiques, Inc observes all Federal, State and local laws. Sold it on and its first outing had a spiker to its credit. https://www.africahunting.com/threads/my-african-knives.26296/, https://www.africahunting.com/threads/africahunting-com-hunting-knives.40515/, https://www.africahunting.com/threads/the-von-gruff-jt-ranger-knife.42359/, https://www.somchemreload.com/search?c=8&f=122. I am booked with them this SEP. Haven't talked to them about it yet, but I really want to try to get some fishing in. $2,150 00 APEX Gun Parts is your source for hard to find gun parts, parts kits, and accessories. This is a handsome carbine with an unmarked receiver, and has 75-80% of the. is fixed via a hook plate into the receiver. Owen Machine Carbine drawings . Further postage and handling fees may be applicable. .303 I in 1895. No butt plate. $5 ea. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. $169.99. Go. Martini-Enfield .303 houserocker Oct 31, 2009 The #1 community for Gun Owners of the Northeast Member Benefits: No ad networks! THE SNIDER' FOR SALE Caliber: Condition: NEW State: Queensland More Details. The name. Right M.E. supeseded by the MkII, The block, firing pin, sleeve & extractor are all The Citadel arsenal took over the Enfield tooling, so the Citadel products were properly made. MartiniEnfield rifles were manufactured/converted by: MartiniEnfield rifles were very well made and are more than capable of handling modern commercial .303 British ammunition, but, as with all second hand firearms, they should always be checked by a competent gunsmith before attempting to fire them. We set ourselves apart by supplying unique parts at a good value and standing by our products by offering outstanding customer service. Collar dia. Bring your PTA in store for brokerage (no fee applicable if purchasing firearms from us). Manufacturer: MARTINI Model: HENRY LARGE FRAME Product #: 1170000 $21.68 Numrich Gun Parts Corporation 226 Williams Ln. Martini-Enfield rifles were, by and large, . - 102117. 303 Enfield SMLE Blued Wood (Parts Gun) Good day I am playing around with the idea to hunt with this clasic rifle. Holsters Magazine Pouches; Lasers. SAIS #1, p.32-33, part no.14 Original Item: Only One Available. $2 ea. The MartiniEnfield was in service from 18951918 (Lawrence of Arabias Arab Irregulars were known to have used them during theArab Revolt of 19161918, along with any other firearms they could acquire) & it remained a Reserve Arm in places like India & New Zealand until well into World War II.