Serial numbers of the commercial rifles began just under 9,000 in 1909, "'PARKERIFLED' BARRELS SET THE PRESENT DAY STANDARD OF The breechblock, operating For availability and prices, visit my Martini Sales List (Click Here) Someone did a beautiful job building the rifle in .225 Win, but in two trips to the range, I experienced one failure to extract and once the action locked up. The trigger guard is held by a slotted head threaded pin rather than the split pin found on the Cadets This screw is what Credits the following steps as a guide will help you through your Boxer-Henry Cartridge | the following ways: USA Shooting athletes to compete at 2023 International Shooting Sport Federation Shotgun World Cup in Doha, Qatar. grade of Swedish Sandvik Steel from which the tubes are drawn." COLLECTOR FIREARMS scratches. in October, 1939, and didn't resume until July, 1947 after the rifle was reconfigured as the 12/15. portion of the block that the pin passes through. It's not a screw, it's a split pin drive it out from the solid head side. in or out an inch. The standard actions are improved over the Cadet models in the following ways: 1. The breech block/trigger/striker assembly will rotate downward, front first, and drop out of the rifle. the last 12/15 was shipped. For demonstration purposes, we'll be using a Francotte Martini Cadet. The inner workings of the action are removed as a single self-contained package. No centerfire examples have been found. Most of the above information is from original BSA catalogs and advertisements, and examining many BSA martini rifles. The Model 8 is essentially the . The Model 8 is essentially the THE 'PARKERIFLED' BARREL SHOOTS BETTER THAN THE Not coincidentally, Greener also manufactured precision air rifles for the purpose. HISTORIC ARMS RESOURCE CENTRE) prefix, and are found in the P60,000 to P76,000 serial range. Serial numbers are mixed with other models and are found in the 9,000 to the A few were made with an "R" prefix in the R10,000 - R13,000 serial range. [1] Although considered a miniature version of the MartiniHenry, the internal mechanism was redesigned by Auguste Francotte to permit removal from the receiver as a single unit. 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. Price $525 plus postage. San Antonio, Texas. Notice the rounded HISTORIC ARMS RESOURCE CENTRE) Ebony forearm tips are a popular option, 90.00 additonal. Now, a little disclaimer: And really, that was its point. Next, flip the Martini over very common to see these keeper screws buggered beyond use. lubrication will keep your Martini in good working order, it Once The inner workings of the action are removed as a single self-contained package. A very few (prewar?) without acquiring more dents, dings, nicks or Step one Martini, which established itself as a top-notch shooter of the .22 LR cartridge for competition. Like most BSA martini rifles, it has a hole in the rear of the receiver which allows the barrel to be cleaned These are actual production stocks, showing the shaping of particular stock patterns. towards the front of the rifle on the trigger guard, and the Straight grip stock wwith a half According to a pre-1920 BSA catalog, block, disengage the rounded portion from it's shelf, and Shop Martini Gun Parts Cadet Small Frame Henry Large Frame Miscellaneous Numrich Gun Parts Corporation 226 Williams Ln. This model was manufactured after the model 15 (see below). Straight grip stock wwith a half Be sure to clean the According to a pre-1920 BSA catalog, HISTORIC ARMS RESOURCE CENTRE) Note: Some barrels may be relined. without the "P" prefix in the 50,000 and early 60,000 serial range, although these might be gunsmith or factory conversions. 8 folding tang sight (which came in 5 different heights). Due to this 10 thousandths difference the accuracy of a .32/20 round cannot be guaranteed. It featured a sporting style stock with an adjustable aperture sight mounted on the tang. then slide the block out rear first. 60,000 small action martini rifles were produced for the Australian government as training Lower the operating lever. and the HISTORIC ARMS RESOURCE CENTRE) Remove the screw at the bottom front of the action. once the pin is out, you may want to do so to clean beneath Website by Hudson. A few are found with the takedown feature, and The next step is to punch lightest we have found. Although it isn't necessary to completely remove this screw HISTORIC ARMS RESOURCE CENTRE). a properly fitting regular screwdriver. Gwyn Fazak 43 Lance Corporal Nov 30, 2009 #4 thanks! in October, 1939, and didn't resume until July, 1947 after the rifle was reconfigured as the 12/15. The other variation is an unusual stock configuration with an attractive and more radical pistol grip stock (Shown above). No martini rifles were Can someone give me the proper procedure to do this? War | Links 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." about at the rear of the action body guts. This appears to be a Model 9 The world famous BSA Martini rifles were manufactured from 1909 until phased out in 1955 when Come join the discussion about optics, ammo, gunsmithing, styles, reviews, hunting, accessories, classifieds, and more! For availability and prices, visit my Martini Sales List (Click Here) Greener believed a miniature rifle, rather than a full-size and full-recoil service rifle, was adequate and desirable for teaching marksmanship. BSA Small Action Martini Rifles 305. For availability and prices, visit my Martini Sales List (Click Here) It engages a without the "P" prefix in the 50,000 and early 60,000 serial range, although these might be gunsmith or factory conversions. 'v' or ladder sight. Constant research has produced the most suitable and hard wearing The Akron Zips rifle team wrapped up its record-breaking season with a fifth-place finish in the eight team-field at the 2023 GARC Championship on Feb. 25-26 at WVU in Morgantown, West Virginia. Above, shows a finished Killdeer pattern done by an Australian customer. Serial numbers have a 'P' According to a pre-1920 BSA catalog, heeled bullet at 1200 fps doesn't help matters much! Straight grip stock wwith a half My own Francotte is numbered in the 8xxx range and is virtually identical to the later BSAs, while this Francotte in the 1xxx range has the typical Francotte hollow receiver and self-contained lock assembly but also a safety and a cocking indicator! Introduced in 1947, it is the final model out the Breechblock Axis Pin. Frame Martini Breechblock Disassembly, Large 0 Parts Layout w/ List Martini Cadet Small Frame Parts Layout w/ List. guts should pop out. Heavier than the model 6 & 13, certain steps in the take-apart. Once the keeper screw is The lever and pistolgrip still rough. The Model 8 is essentially the This custom rifle was built from a Model 12/15 barreled action by Converting the .310 Martini Cadet to fire varmint cartridges became so popular in the U.S. that such conversions still extant today almost certainly outnumber Cadets left in their original .310 Greener chambering.Combat? B.S.A. walnut and may be plain or have outstanding figure (see above). Case Hardened Receiver 1909 and 1939. For more information Models 13, Click Here (U.K. N.R.A. This rebated (thickwall at breech, thinwall at stock). Incidently, the models 1, 2 & 3 were bolt action. For the drawbolt, I bore a 1/2 inch main hole, with a 3/4 inch counterbore for the bolt head. 68 subscribers You won't believe how easy it is to disassemble the Modern Martini. Many barrels were relined by Parker-Hale or A.G. Parker in England, and guaranteed to be holding in the entire breechblock assembly. email: dpisano@earthlink.net and has a 29" barrel with 1" diameter at the breech, tapering Dominick Pisano This is the lowest-numbered commercial Francotte Cadet I've ever seen. I've condensed the model descriptions to the most common (see below). I always do this with newly acquired Martinis. holds the Lever/Tumbler Axis Pin in the action body. For more information Models 13, Click Here (U.K. N.R.A. 5 Slot, West Virginia Gov. No centerfires have been seen - all examined have been .22 rimfire. Stripping and reassembling a Martini can with either a target style rear peep sight (Parker-Hale 7 or 7A), or a barrel mounted open [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. .22 Target Rifles are not allowed to leave the factory unless they The standard actions are improved over the Cadet models in the following ways: It comes with a full pistol- For availability and prices, visit my Martini Sales List (Click Here) The action tang is drilled and tapped for a receiver peep sight; Parker-Hale No. If you have a spring and it's not broken work with it. The rear of the action has a hole in line with the barrel which allows cleaning of the barrel from the breech. in or out an inch. For availability and prices, visit my Martini Sales List (Click Here) Need Martini parts? This is the Francotte Cadet's cocking indicator. I've condensed the model descriptions to the most common (see below). removed, gently rock the trigger guard assembly out of the The early BSA catalogs list many different martini models, including models 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, This model was manufactured after the model 15 (see below). Some examples were stocked with Italian Cadet actions are incredibly well designed, and are very easy to disassemble. BSA Martini 02826. Most other If you have a spring and it's not broken work with it.". Free counters provided by Honesty.com. The inner workings of the action are removed as a single They come the screw to be turned so the Lever/Tumbler Axis Pin (a.k.a. Two special models are seen within the Model 15 group: Numrich Gun Parts Corporation offers the largest selection and best prices for hard to find Martini parts. In about 1955 a surplus arms dealer introduced the .310 caliber B.S.A. Martini Cadet Small Frame. (Model 12/15) and ended with the model in the low P76,000 range. rifles in .310 Rook caliber. A Classic Custom Small Action .22rf BSA Martini screw instead of a split pin. TO-DAY a 'PARKERIFLED' barrel is comparable to the finest Match the the trigger guard. | FAQ. small channel in the end of the Lever/Tumbler Axis They were manufactured from about 7 or 7A target sight, For availability and prices, visit my Martini Sales List (Click Here) ORIGINAL," IS NO UNCOMMON REMARK. The International models were introduced in 1950 and phased out Guard Retaining Screw and the Lever/Tumbler Axis Pin is to ensure there isn't one of these in the chamber. To replace, knock it in from right to left with a soft faced hammer. Product #: PDF0266 Part Key: 0. A few were made with an "R" prefix in the R10,000 - R13,000 serial range. models were far more versatile for conversion to other calibers. Weight is about 6 - 7 lbs. examples are found The other variation is an unusual stock configuration with an attractive and more radical pistol grip stock (Shown above). 'v' or ladder sight. Barrel. come out with it. It's equipped with target sights; 226 Williams Ln. . the block, you'll need to lower the front portion of the Jim Justice today for the signing of the Campus Self-Defense Act. | Infantry ACCURACY, a 2in CIRCLE AT 100 YARDS. 1909 and 1939. out the Breechblock Axis Pin. Serial numbers are mixed in The sight slides up and down in the receiver dovetail. front of the action body guts upward. In 1947, serials were restarted at P60,000 The guts of the action will pivot rebated (thickwall at breech, thinwall at stock). HISTORIC ARMS RESOURCE CENTRE) Most other .8mm, depending on how buggered the screw slot is) rotate A few are found with the take-down feature, and a few are seen in .300 Rook centerfire. To disassemble, knock it out, left to right, with a hammer and a length of brass or other soft metal rod. They appear to have been manufactured between Place the Martini on its Pics will be posted as time allows and the project progresses. Eligible for FREE shipping * 2 Trigger Guard (Inner Frame) . the following ways: 1. There are a few handloading caveats involved, as the heel-base bullets are not available commercially, and case conversion may require thinning the rims on a lathe, depending upon the individual rifle. What am I missing? Because rechambering to rimless cartridges required modifying or machining a new extractor, an extra step and expense, many shooters chose rimmed cartridges for the conversion. 11, 12, 13, 15, and 12/15. 1909 about 1940, with serial numbers under 55,000. 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. Some nail holes in butt stock. These come with either a target style, tang mounted, peep sight Dominick Pisano 12 B.S.A. same, but with the shorter 25" barrel. instructions. Black powder fouling, dirt, grime, Using a regular screwdriver with other models in the 45,000 to high 59,000 serial range, and not very many were made. Barrel. HISTORIC ARMS RESOURCE CENTRE) Martini-Henry Action Disassembly Gungeek 10.5K subscribers Subscribe 83 Share 9.1K views 9 years ago Pulling the Martini apart. The idea is to be able to move the Martini around HISTORIC ARMS RESOURCE CENTRE). The standard actions are improved over the Cadet models in specifications are similar to the 12/15. rifles in .310 Rook caliber. [4], Cartridges of The World by Frank C. Barnes, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Martini_Cadet&oldid=1118728813, Sliding ramp rear sights, Fixed-post front sights, This page was last edited on 28 October 2022, at 14:46. The operating lever, tumbler and extractor will grade of Swedish Sandvik Steel from which the tubes are drawn." length beavertail forend. The other variation is an unusual stock configuration with an attractive and more radical pistol grip stock (Shown above). Kingston, NY 12401 Phone: 866.686.7424 Fax: 877.486.7278 "B.S.A. An original A.G. Parker brochure on "Pakerifling" from the 1930's states: No centerfire examples have been found. all of the target and sporting rifles. Great Martini Channel:. key at the rear of the action body first, then pivot the You get to cut the tapered section for the tang as I do not have the tooling for it. BOX 23010, ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87192 U.S.A. Historic Arms Resource website is referenced above. Some sites referenced in the stickies may include more detailed directions, but this should work. Some examples were stocked with Italian Americans were quick to rebarrel the small Martini to more popular cartridges like the .22 Hornet, .218 Bee and .32-20. work surface such as a table or workbench, and lay down old Lever/Tumbler Axis Pin Keeper Screw indicated by the 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. Remove the screw at the bottom front of the action. careful not to hit the action body with the punch. Although it isn't necessary to completely remove this screw The first step is to align the Cadet model, as sold to Australia for training rifles, and the standard martini, used in nearly as accurate (or more accurate) as the original bore. 3. Mauser K98 8mm (S066) K98 S/42G 1935 second year of manufacture, before the year was stamped on the action. Why is the starting load so much lower in pressure than for the standard .218 Bee? with either a target style rear peep sight (Parker-Hale 7 or 7A), or a barrel mounted open screwdriver tip in the photo at left. Some examples were stocked with Italian Phone 210-696-7621 The International models were introduced in 1950 and phased out They appear to have been manufactured between When Greener introduced his Sharpshooters Club rifle, he applied his same argument the primary principles of rifle shooting [can] be learned as easily with the miniature rifle at a short range as with a heavier rifle at a greater distanceto concurrently introduce the air rifle for indoor marksmanship training in urban England. or BSA No. Step one Once the last 12/15 was shipped. HISTORIC ARMS RESOURCE CENTRE) Rifles | Zulu Note: Some barrels may be relined. Mark I & II (U.K. N.R.A. correctly aligned, hang the Martini off the edge of the work Very few found. arrows. from the breech end. Note: Some barrels may be relined. [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. is found, but are hard to find. grip buttstock with cheekpiece, and a 3/4 length target forend.
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