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British Mark 1 Martini-Enfield Converted Single Shot Rifle

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:425.00 USD
British Mark 1 Martini-Enfield Converted Single Shot Rifle
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British Mark 1 Martini-Enfield Converted Single Shot Rifle, #253, .303 British cal., 30.2" barrel, blade front sight and adjustable folding leaf rear sight. Marked on right side of receiver with original .450/577 cal. markings "(crown)/V.R./ENFIELD/1880/(lock viewers mark)/III/1.", and on left side with the conversion markings "(crown)/V.R./ENFIELD/1895/(lock viewers mark)/M.E. 303/1". There is a faint Enfield Arsenal roundel on right side of buttstock and file cuts to top of receiver. Rifle was in Australian service and is also marked on right side buttstock "10/09 CMF/T", along with a "sold out of service" opposing arrows stamp. Condition overall is very good with approx. 50% finish remaining on the metal, now showing areas of old rust and patina. Wood is very good showing a few bruises and scratches, along with overall handling marks and darkening to the finish. Action operates smoothly, bore is dark with fair rifling. Est.: $600-$800. (Antique)