Incidently, the models 1, 2 & 3 were bolt action. For availability and prices, visit my Martini Sales List (Click Here)
(Model 12/15) and ended with the model in the low P76,000 range. I always do this with newly acquired Martinis. Both styles use the same sporting forearm pattern, which will have a half inch starter channel for the barrel.
Cocking Indicator) can slide out. The operating lever, tumbler and extractor will When The world famous BSA Martini rifles were manufactured from 1909 until phased out in 1955 when
It is The small Martini actions came from several manufacturers, including the W.W. Greener company, Webley & Scott, Westley-Richards and Birmingham Small Arms (BSA).
is to ensure there isn't one of these in the chamber. Heavier than the model 6 & 13,
They come
towards the front of the rifle on the trigger guard, and the Dominick Pisano
These are held to the stock by one or two screws (included).
come out with it. In 1905, the British War Office finally begrudged the usefulness of scaled-down rifles for training and adopted a .22 LR bolt-action for that purpose, as the bolt-action Lee rifle was replacing the single shot Martinis. reassembling, as they are typically very dirty. Once the keeper screw is For availability and prices, visit my Martini Sales List (Click Here)
produced from November, 1915 until July 1919 because of the war. is found, but are hard to find. Like most BSA martini rifles, it has a hole in the rear of the receiver which allows the barrel to be cleaned
This is the pistolgrip stock, but he removed the pistolgrip, and kept the lever straight. $0.00. specifications are similar to the 12/15. Hold onto the trigger guard and with your thumb apply gentle pressure to thegoose neck of the tumbler to put light tension on the trigger. very common to see these keeper screws buggered beyond use. A very few (prewar?) Mark IV & V (U.K. N.R.A. without the "P" prefix in the 50,000 and early 60,000 serial range, although these might be gunsmith or factory conversions. Two special models are seen within the Model 15 group:
TO-DAY a 'PARKERIFLED' barrel is comparable to the finest Match
occasionally necessary to pull the guts out of your high 59,000 range. Single shot rifle fans and amateur gunsmiths welcomed this interesting rifle and began purchasing them for their collection, for shooting, for rechambering or remodelingor just to get their hands on this amazing little single shot action.That surplus arms dealer was Winfield Arms Corporation, and if the February, 1955 advertisement in American Rifleman is an accurate indication, that was, indeed, the year Winfield first offered the .310 Martini Cadet and its .310 Greener cartridge to American shooters. The Martini Cadet is a centrefire single-shot cadet rifle produced in the United Kingdom by BSA and W.W. Greener for the use of Australian military Cadets. 226 Williams Ln. below jmatkin@martinihenry.comLast Modified: 02/11/05. Next, flip the Martini over Thinwall or thickwall actions. CLOSE SHOOTING IS GUARANTEED. They were manufactured from about
The Model 8 is essentially the
Contact me, Jason Atkin, at the address Lower the operating lever. by 1986. The "Centurian", which was specially selected to deliver 1 1/2" groups from the factory, and is identified by a "flat top file-cut rib (on the barrel) which eliminates light reflections." For availability and prices, visit my Martini Sales List (Click Here)
Does anyone know where I can get an extractor or have one made or repaired for a customized BSA Martini Cadet rifle? As a result, it is removed, gently rock the trigger guard assembly out of the No martini rifles were
these work well for hunting and informal target shooting, as well as general plinking. grade of Swedish Sandvik Steel from which the tubes are drawn." Reassembly Note: You get to cut the tapered section for the tang as I do not have the tooling for it. BSA Martini 02826. out the Breechblock Axis Pin. any damages occurring as a result of these Model 12. walnut and may be plain or have outstanding figure (see above). Weight is about 6 - 7 lbs. San Antonio, Texas. [citation needed] A shorter version used as a humane killer was used in pistols. The world famous BSA Martini rifles were manufactured from 1909 until phased out in 1955 when
Product #: PDF0266 Part Key: 0. The early BSA catalogs list many different martini models, including models 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10,
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I personally have found this to be true. THE 'PARKERIFLED' BARREL SHOOTS BETTER THAN THE
This screw is what drive out the split pin using a punch and rubber mallet. [2] Firing a 120 grain heeled lead projectile at 1350 ft/s the round is similar in performance to the .32-20 Winchester and some rifles may chamber both rounds with some accuracy. Eligible for FREE shipping * 2 Trigger Guard (Inner Frame) . Straight grip stock with a lightweight forend. They appear to have been manufactured between
None of BSA martini
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Model 6 & 13. Introduced in 1947, it is the final model
The first step is to align Note: Some barrels may be relined. models were far more versatile for conversion to other calibers. scratches. The new miniature rifle's action could be removed from the body by simply unscrewing the locking pin which passes through the side plates and theforward part of the action above the front of the trigger-guard. The Model 12 weighs about 8 lbs. The idea is to be able to move the Martini around For availability and prices, visit my Martini Sales List (Click Here)
out the Breechblock Axis Pin. Straight grip stock wwith a half
Questions, comments, something to prefix, and are found in the P60,000 to P76,000 serial range.
(Parker-Hale 7 or 7A) or a barel mounted ladder sight. Martini-Henry Action Disassembly Gungeek 10.5K subscribers Subscribe 83 Share 9.1K views 9 years ago Pulling the Martini apart. CLOSE SHOOTING IS GUARANTEED. The .310s 84- to 125-grain bullet outweighs the .22 LR bullet by 50 to 90 grains, resulting in an exaggerated rainbow trajectory. Internationals were greatly improved for .22 target work, although the original
For more information on the Model 12/15, Click Here (U.K. N.R.A. 12 B.S.A. (Model 12/15) and ended with the model in the low P76,000 range. (Model 12/15) and ended with the model in the low P76,000 range. My thanks to Mr. John Knibbs for his history of BSA published in 2002, "The Golden Century", and to
female counterpart at the rear of the action Place the Martini on its in October, 1939, and didn't resume until July, 1947 after the rifle was reconfigured as the 12/15. (Click on image for larger view)
You can vary the order of Need Martini parts?
with either a target style rear peep sight (Parker-Hale 7 or 7A), or a barrel mounted open
with either a target style rear peep sight (Parker-Hale 7 or 7A), or a barrel mounted open
Models 6 & 13 are essentially light sporting/target rifles. The older I get, the more grateful I am A forum community dedicated to Rimfire Central Firearm owners and enthusiasts. I've condensed the model descriptions to the most common (see below). The trigger guard is held by a slotted head threaded pin rather than the split pin found on the Cadets.
No martini rifles were
Carbines
lightest we have found. come out with it. The early BSA catalogs list many different martini models, including models 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10,
This is the lowest-numbered commercial Francotte Cadet I've ever seen. The small Martini action did appear in the Olympics in .22 LR rimfire configuration, the Australians did utilize the rifle to train its military cadets, and the little rifle-cartridge combination rendered adequate precision for the standards of its day, which is well over a hundred years ago now, for training neophytes the fundamentals of marksmanship.Miniature RiflesThe Cadets small Martini action is so-named because it is based upon an older bigger brother, which itself bears the monikers of several cousins, including Peabody-Martini, Martini-Henry and Martini-Enfield. block, disengage the rounded portion from it's shelf, and notoriously awkward to disassemble, adjust and reassemble. the action body with a punch and rubber mallet. the action body with a punch and rubber mallet. and the
Most of the above information is from original BSA catalogs and advertisements, and examining many BSA martini rifles. Barrels run about 29" long with 1" at the breech and 3/4" at the muzzle. Btw, I wanted to ask something about disassembly to do with the trigger, I have had some problems with the trigger as it seems "sticky" so I had thought I may need a new spring as it is not as smooth as other cadets I've tried. contribute? Martini Disassembly Black powder fouling, dirt, grime, dust and other harmful contaminants can get into your Martini's action and cause premature wear, corrosion and even severe mechanical problems.
Production was again halted
Once the keeper screw is For more information about the Model 15, Click Here (U.K. N.R.A.
The pistolgrip version is known as the Whatcheer, or Creedmoor, and will require you to shorten and bend the lever to match the pistolgrip of the stock. 8 folding tang sight (which came in 5 different heights). Mark I & II (U.K. N.R.A. Model 15 - Special Stock. conform to a very high standard based on these performances." Many barrels were relined by Parker-Hale or A.G. Parker in England, and guaranteed to be
2. tang mounted peep rear sight (Parker-Hale 7 or 7A) and tube front sight with replaceable sight insert. Some people like to remove These have a barrel about 25" long, 7/8" diameter at the breech, and a
Clarence P pepper51 Premium Member Joined Mar 17, 2009 300 Posts special rear peep sight (BSA No. With the Extractor/Trigger 1909 about 1940, with serial numbers under 55,000. breechblock out of the action body. 5 Slot, West Virginia Gov.
Some nail holes in butt stock.
Model 4 (Australian Pattern)
Mark IV & V (U.K. N.R.A. .22 Target Rifles are not allowed to leave the factory unless they
No centerfires have been seen - all examined have been .22 rimfire. In just seconds the action can be easily removed for cleaning. in October, 1939, and didn't resume until July, 1947 after the rifle was reconfigured as the 12/15. They were manufactured from about
Case Hardened Receiver
These are actual production stocks, and may be ordered in any wood you desire. Some people like to remove Such serves to imitate the trajectory of heavier bullets over longer distances for training purposes, but runs counter to what hunters need for game. to 3/4" at the muzzle. Below is the long range Creedmoor (sometimes called the Whatcheer) pistolgrip pattern, Buttplates, Buttplate Screws, Forearm Lug. [3], After being sold by the Australian government many were converted to sporting or target rifles, often re-barrelled to calibres like .22 Hornet, .218 Bee, .25-20 Winchester, .222 Rimmed, .357 Magnum and others to .22 rimfire by gun makers like Sportco.
Two special models are seen within the Model 15 group:
Production was again halted
examples are found
Historic Arms Resource website is referenced above. Jim Justice today for the signing of the Campus Self-Defense Act.
Cocking Indicator) can slide out. pencil taper to 5/8" at the muzzle. BSA Small Action Martini Rifles
lever, extractor, and the associated bits can be removed for
For more information about the Model 15, Click Here (U.K. N.R.A. certain steps in the take-apart. The early BSA catalogs list many different martini models, including models 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10,
Serial numbers are mixed with other models and are found in the 9,000 to the
BSA Small Action Martini rifles
rifles were marked with the model number, so we have to use our best judgement to classify them. all of the target and sporting rifles. .22 Target Rifles are not allowed to leave the factory unless they
You'll notice in this once the pin is out, you may want to do so to clean beneath REMOVAL, Large These are old original items frequently missing from BSA Martini rifles (6, 12, 15, 12/15, and International), and other British target rifles. below jmatkin@martinihenry.comLast Modified: 06/07/04. Remove the screw at the bottom front of the action. greasy. breechblock out of the action body. The world famous BSA Martini rifles were manufactured from 1909 until phased out in 1955 when
Model 12/15. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. The Martini Cadet is a centrefire single-shot cadet rifle produced in the United Kingdom by BSA and W.W. Greener for the use of Australian military Cadets.
Parts List. Serial numbers of the commercial rifles began just under 9,000 in 1909,
easier. Boxer-Henry Cartridge | 11, 12, 13, 15, and 12/15. "'PARKERIFLED' BARRELS SET THE PRESENT DAY STANDARD OF
ORIGINAL," IS NO UNCOMMON REMARK. No centerfire examples have been found. pencil taper to 5/8" at the muzzle. rebated (thickwall at breech, thinwall at stock). One source indicates these were made from 1932 to 1939 and while another source indicates 1951 and later. HISTORIC ARMS RESOURCE CENTRE)
Flip the Cadet over again Not coincidentally, Greener also manufactured precision air rifles for the purpose. incredibly well designed, and are very easy to disassemble. To remove It featured a sporting style stock with an adjustable aperture sight mounted on the tang. Shop Martini Gun Parts Cadet Small Frame Henry Large Frame Miscellaneous Numrich Gun Parts Corporation 226 Williams Ln.