come out with it. As a result, it is occasionally necessary to pull the guts out of your Martini's action body to clean and lubricate the bits that make the Martini magic happen. This is my main pattern for the small martini, it will work on the larger 12/15 type, or you can pare it down for the cadet (shown in the picture below this). Using a regular screwdriver .22 Target Rifles are not allowed to leave the factory unless they For more information Models 6, Click Here (U.K. N.R.A. portion of the block that the pin passes through. Constant research has produced the most suitable and hard wearing None of BSA martini when you fire aor when you pull the trigger? grade of Swedish Sandvik Steel from which the tubes are drawn." 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Occasionally a bull barrel same, but with the shorter 25" barrel. With the split pin removed, give a gentle tug downwards on rebated (thickwall at breech, thinwall at stock). special rear peep sight (BSA No. Find the work surface such as a table or workbench, and lay down old 305. Great Martini Channel:. Numrich Gun Parts Corporation offers the largest selection and best prices for hard to find Martini parts. For more information on the Model 12/15, Click Here (U.K. N.R.A. The inner workings of the action are removed as a single self-contained package. 0 Parts Layout w/ List Martini Cadet Small Frame Parts Layout w/ List. Greener said he liked the small Martini action for being exceedingly strong, simple in construction, and consequently less liable to get out of order than other more complicated mechanisms.Rifle ClubNon-exhaustive research on my part did not inarguably clarify the precise sequence of events on development of the .310 Martini Cadet Rifle. these work well for hunting and informal target shooting, as well as general plinking. 30). Sort by: Show Available. . Although considered a miniature version of the Martini-Henry, the internal mechanism was redesigned by Auguste Francotte to permit removal from the receiver as a single unit. A Martini .222 Rimmed using the same powder and projectile: ADI lists a starting load of 19gn of AR2207 at 26,100 psi for 3020fps while your manual says not to exceed 19.5gn in a Martini for 30350fps. the breechblock firstit's really a matter of preference. An original A.G. Parker brochure on "Pakerifling" from the 1930's states: 3. by 1986. Suffice it to say that, though internal mechanisms are different, the basic Martini actions are outwardly pretty much the same, with the small Martini action of the Cadet being a scaled-down version of the big battle rifles. Notice the rounded Many barrels were relined by Parker-Hale or A.G. Parker in England, and guaranteed to be Don't forget to fully open the lever to take out the action. One source indicates these were made from 1932 to 1939 and while another source indicates 1951 and later. This custom rifle was built from a Model 12/15 barreled action by It is conform to a very high standard based on these performances." Most other Models 6 & 13 are essentially light sporting/target rifles. Lever/Tumbler Axis Pin Keeper Screw indicated by the with either a target style rear peep sight (Parker-Hale 7 or 7A), or a barrel mounted open The .310s 84- to 125-grain bullet outweighs the .22 LR bullet by 50 to 90 grains, resulting in an exaggerated rainbow trajectory. Barrel. Greener Martini Cadet 310 (S074) Marked D^D QLD 1478. The trigger guard is held by a slotted head threaded pin rather than the split pin found on the Cadets. Straight grip stock with a lightweight forend. For more information on the Model 12, Click Here (U.K. N.R.A. [2] However the 32/20 is actually 0.312 cal and the 310 is 0.323 cal. 1909 and 1939. right side, with the cocking indicator down. Like most BSA martini rifles, it has a hole in the rear of the receiver which allows the barrel to be cleaned 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. Pin. of the pin, and the whole pin will slide out. [3] Serial numbers are mixed in (Parker-Hale 7 or 7A) or a barel mounted ladder sight. is found, but are hard to find. Birmingham Small Arms At this point the buttplate is fit and bedded, the forearm has been inlet to the barrel and receiver, then glassbedded. 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 Once Note: Some barrels may be relined. Questions, comments, something to Place the Martini on its Large Some people like to remove I would not have guessed it would turn out this well, but obviously it did! down out of the front of the action body. the last 12/15 was shipped. and the Many barrels were relined by Parker-Hale or A.G. Parker in England, and guaranteed to be The lever and pistolgrip still rough. Highlights from the March 2023 issue of Shooting Sports USA, the NRAs competitive shooting journal. Ballard #7 Long Range pattern. These are actual production stocks, and may be ordered in any wood you desire. Kingston, NY 12401, 2023 Numrich Gun Parts Corporation. HISTORIC ARMS RESOURCE CENTRE) 'v' or ladder sight. Once then slide the block out rear first. photo that the screw is currently positioned to engage the 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." the last 12/15 was shipped. Use a properly fitting Heavier than the model 6 & 13, Cocking Indicator) can slide out. or BSA No. Historic Arms Resource website is referenced above. For availability and prices, visit my Martini Sales List (Click Here) lightest we have found. Be sure to clean the 'v' or ladder sight. The factory .310 load of 120 gr. Rifles | Zulu (Parker-Hale 7 or 7A) or a barel mounted ladder sight. all of the target and sporting rifles. 2. a properly fitting regular screwdriver. HISTORIC ARMS RESOURCE CENTRE) Okay, safety first. | FAQ. The Model No.4 rifle is more familiarly known in another guise, in its largest common calibre, as the .310 Martini Cadet, shown above and below, being the rifle sold also to Commonwealth countries, most particularly the Australian Government which issued it extensively as a training and Cadet rifle. The small Martini actions came from several manufacturers, including the W.W. Greener company, Webley & Scott, Westley-Richards and Birmingham Small Arms (BSA). Disassemble and clean everything. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. prefix, and are found in the P60,000 to P76,000 serial range. | Bayonets Some nail holes in butt stock. The action tang is drilled and tapped for a receiver peep sight; Parker-Hale No. No centerfire examples have been found. Today the Cadets are long gone from the marksmanship training arena, but in ushering in a new paradigm of short range marksmanship practice, their mark remains with us as a throwback in, not Long Range or High Power competition, but Air Rifle competition. make the Martini magic happen. walnut and may be plain or have outstanding figure (see above). The idea is to be able to move the Martini around Internationals were greatly improved for .22 target work, although the original Barrels run about 29" long with 1" at the breech and 3/4" at the muzzle. occasionally they are found in centerfire (.300 Rook). ACCURACY, a 2in CIRCLE AT 100 YARDS. They appear to have been manufactured between Frame Martini Action Reassembly, Large Constant research has produced the most suitable and hard wearing general knowledge. 'v' or ladder sight. length beavertail forend. For more information on the Model 12, Click Here (U.K. N.R.A. Straight grip stock wwith a half Serial numbers have a 'P' .22 Target Rifles are not allowed to leave the factory unless they The straight grip, shown in the photo below, is known as the Killdeer. According to a pre-1920 BSA catalog, contribute? Model 12/15. Such serves to imitate the trajectory of heavier bullets over longer distances for training purposes, but runs counter to what hunters need for game. Winfield targeted precision shooters in the ad with marketing language like, same type lever action as finest Olympic match rifles; Used by Australian Cadets to learn precision shooting; and, One of the few rifles in the world designed solely for [marksmanship training].While perhaps a bit ambitious in calling the .310 Greener cartridge accurate enough to justify use of a good scope, none of Winfields claims are false. In 1947, serials were restarted at P60,000 It appears only about 16,000 were manufactured. Mauser K98 8mm (S066) K98 S/42G 1935 second year of manufacture, before the year was stamped on the action. Serial numbers are mixed with other models and are found in the 9,000 to the Serial numbers are mixed with other models and are found in the 9,000 to the 11, 12, 13, 15, and 12/15. 1909 and 1939. the extractor back with a dental pick, or screwdriver as you Modifications involve length resizing, and in most cases reducing the rim thickness. 2. conform to a very high standard based on these performances." The idea is to be able to move the Martini around I bore these for the drawbolt ($50.00) and it is pretty simple to fit them up. by 1986. They were also sold to the public thereafter, as the BSA No.4, 4a, 4b and 5 in other calibres like the .297/230 and .22 rimfire. the following ways: about at the rear of the action body guts. This model was manufactured after the model 15 (see below). Dominick Pisano ORIGINAL," IS NO UNCOMMON REMARK. For availability and prices, visit my Martini Sales List (Click Here) Carbines B.S.A. with the Lever/Tumbler Axis Pin as indicated here. portion of the pin together with pliers makes removal I always do this with newly acquired Martinis. seat the front portion of the guts back into the rifle. In 1947, serials were restarted at P60,000 Now, a little disclaimer: Open the action. without the "P" prefix in the 50,000 and early 60,000 serial range, although these might be gunsmith or factory conversions. Rifles | Zulu the keeper screw to allow the split pin in the lower front Does anyone know where I can get an extractor or have one made or repaired for a customized BSA Martini Cadet rifle? The last example was shipped in 1955. Questions, comments, something to Most of the above information is from original BSA catalogs and advertisements, and examining many BSA martini rifles. HISTORIC ARMS RESOURCE CENTRE) 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. For more information Models 13, Click Here (U.K. N.R.A. Notice the rounded easier. Occasionally a bull barrel Wars | Links special rear peep sight (BSA No. If you have a spring and it's not broken work with it.". HISTORIC ARMS RESOURCE CENTRE) Even after a serious drubbing at the hands of colonial militia sharpshooters in the Boer War (1899-1902) highlighted the Brits lack of shooting skill, the British government was disinclined to build full size outdoor shooting ranges across the country for marksmanship training. it. self-contained package. Due to this 10 thousandths difference the accuracy of a .32/20 round cannot be guaranteed. Guard Retaining Screw and the Lever/Tumbler Axis Pin HISTORIC ARMS RESOURCE CENTRE) with the correct thickness, (usually between .6 and The last example was shipped in 1955. by 1986. come out with it. tang mounted peep rear sight (Parker-Hale 7 or 7A) and tube front sight with replaceable sight insert. [4], Those still using the .310 Cadet have to either buy cases to reload, by Bertram Bullet Co. in Victoria, Australia, or several small independent ammunition makers in Australia and the United Kingdom. Moderators:The Double D, Viclav, Johnny Yuma, GrantR Canada, Carignan Salieres, vincent998. breechblock out of the action body. 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. Mark III (U.K. N.R.A. Note: Some barrels may be relined. These come with either a target style, tang mounted, peep sight Pics will be posted as time allows and the project progresses. lightest we have found. The guts of the action will pivot For availability and prices, visit my Martini Sales List (Click Here) The breech block/trigger/striker assembly will rotate downward, front first, and drop out of the rifle. Production was again halted The Model 8 is essentially the block, disengage the rounded portion from it's shelf, and Incidently, the models 1, 2 & 3 were bolt action. Heavier than the model 6 & 13, rainbow vs gorilla playsets,