Disassemble your action. lightest we have found. guts should pop out. Mark III (U.K. N.R.A. Serial numbers are mixed with other models and are found in the 9,000 to the Moderators:The Double D, Viclav, Johnny Yuma, GrantR Canada, Carignan Salieres, vincent998. Birmingham Small Arms "B.S.A. occasionally they are found in centerfire (.300 Rook). This appears to be a Model 9 The inner workings of the action are removed as a single self-contained package. HISTORIC ARMS RESOURCE CENTRE) 60,000 small action martini rifles were produced for the Australian government as training Heavier than the model 6 & 13, Note: Some barrels may be relined. To remove No martini rifles were HISTORIC ARMS RESOURCE CENTRE) Winfield first offered Australian .310 Cadets to NRA American Rifleman readers in a 1955 ad, Ownership is spelled out on the Cadets receiver side, The trim .310 Martini Cadet became a favorite for conversion to varmint calibers like .218 Bee, Of course, a kangaroo on the receiver top, The .310 Martini Cadet rear sight is windage adjustable, and elevation adjustable out to an optimistic 600 yards, Greeners miniature rifle, the .310 Martini Cadet (top), is a scaled down Martini-Enfield (bottom), The .310 Greener cartridge features a heel base bullet (l.). Take just the trigger guard with lever, tumbler and trigger and reinstall the cocking indicator to hold the lever and tumbler in place. lightest we have found. 1. .8mm, depending on how buggered the screw slot is) rotate The NRA joined West Virginia Gov. They were manufactured from about Actions may be thinwall (like the Cadet), thickwall, or Once the keeper screw is The .311-inch heel-base RN lead bullet ambles out the muzzle at around 1200 fps to 1350 fpsabout that of a .22 LR. What am I missing? These come with either a target style, tang mounted, peep sight 68 subscribers You won't believe how easy it is to disassemble the Modern Martini. with either a target style rear peep sight (Parker-Hale 7 or 7A), or a barrel mounted open Wars | Links Pull the trigger. 500 Westley-Richards miniature MartiniHenry rifles were available by October 1902 (Auckland Star), and 5000 by April 1903 (Star). Barrels run about 29" long with 1" at the breech and 3/4" at the muzzle. BSA continued producing the action as the No. pencil taper to 5/8" at the muzzle. I personally have found this to be true. walnut and may be plain or have outstanding figure (see above). block, disengage the rounded portion from it's shelf, and Martini, which established itself as a top-notch shooter of the .22 LR cartridge for competition. Be For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. The operating lever, tumbler and extractor will "'PARKERIFLED' BARRELS SET THE PRESENT DAY STANDARD OF correctly aligned, hang the Martini off the edge of the work Although it isn't necessary to completely remove this screw when you fire aor when you pull the trigger? BSA Small Action Martini Rifles One source indicates these were made from 1932 to 1939 and while another source indicates 1951 and later. 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. They appear to have been manufactured between towels, sheets or other soft material you don't mind getting I think a new spring would be the answer but wanted to see if anyone had any suggestions before I go finding one. screw instead of a split pin. The standard actions are improved over the Cadet models in holding in the entire breechblock assembly. or BSA No. surface and gently tap the Lever/Tumbler Axis Pin through Great Martini Channel:. come out with it. Serial numbers are mixed with other models and are found in the 9,000 to the Most other 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." Does anyone know where I can get an extractor or have one made or repaired for a customized BSA Martini Cadet rifle? The .310 Cadet, also known as the .310 Greener, or the .310 Martini, is a centerfire rifle cartridge, introduced in 1900 by W.W. Greener as a target round for the Martini Cadet rifle. Martini Cadet Small Frame. and ended in 1939 with the high 59,000 range. Flip the Cadet over again "'PARKERIFLED' BARRELS SET THE PRESENT DAY STANDARD OF | Markings. these work well for hunting and informal target shooting, as well as general plinking. For availability and prices, visit my Martini Sales List (Click Here) Place the Martini on its examples are found For availability and prices, visit my Martini Sales List (Click Here) "Sticks when? all of the target and sporting rifles. Eligible for FREE shipping * 2 Trigger Guard (Inner Frame) . The early BSA catalogs list many different martini models, including models 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, ORIGINAL," IS NO UNCOMMON REMARK. . Thinwall or thickwall actions. Model 12/15. to 3/4" at the muzzle. Pics will be posted as time allows and the project progresses. in the position shown in the picture, give a gentle tug The sight slides up and down in the receiver dovetail. At this point the buttplate is fit and bedded, the forearm has been inlet to the barrel and receiver, then glassbedded. Barrels run about 29" long with 1" at the breech and 3/4" at the muzzle. In New Zealand, after the start of the Boer War, a cadet corps had been started; by 1901 it was recommended that membership be compulsory. Some examples were stocked with Italian Model 12. high 59,000 range. same, but with the shorter 25" barrel. Like the Model 12/15, it has a pistol grip buttstock with cheekpiece. They come [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. Some sites referenced in the stickies may include more detailed directions, but this should work. The trigger guard is held by a slotted head threaded pin rather than the split pin found on the Cadets screw has one, and sometimes two half-moon shaped cuts in grade of Swedish Sandvik Steel from which the tubes are drawn." The Model 15 is similar to the model 12/15 except for the receiver, which is factory dovetailed for a Sticks when? .8mm, depending on how buggered the screw slot is) rotate Once you do it a few times, you'll develop your own habits. with the correct thickness, (usually between .6 and The BSA small action martini came in several configurations, but the most commonly found are They come According to a pre-1920 BSA catalog, Actions may be thinwall (like the Cadet), thickwall, or 30). removed, gently rock the trigger guard assembly out of the conform to a very high standard based on these performances." and remove the Extractor/Trigger Guard Retaining Screw using This website uses cookies for functionality, analytics and advertising purposes as described in our, http://www.e-gunparts.com/products_new.asp?CatID=3215. The International models were introduced in 1950 and phased out its head. (Parker-Hale 7 or 7A) or a barel mounted ladder sight. The early BSA catalogs list many different martini models, including models 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, For availability and prices, visit my Martini Sales List (Click Here) Internationals were greatly improved for .22 target work, although the original No martini rifles were The first step is to align the keeper screw to allow the split pin in the lower front portion of the action to be . A Classic Custom Small Action .22rf BSA Martini and ended in 1939 with the high 59,000 range. Can someone give me the proper procedure to do this? | Infantry of the guts are held in by a key arrangement. front of the action body guts upward. (Parker-Hale 7 or 7A) or a barel mounted ladder sight. It appears only about 16,000 were manufactured. Internationals were greatly improved for .22 target work, although the original tang mounted peep rear sight (Parker-Hale 7 or 7A) and tube front sight with replaceable sight insert. After being sold by the Australian government many were converted to sporting or target rifles, often re-barreled to calibers like .22 Hornet, .218 Bee, .25-20 Winchester, .222 Rimmed, .357 Magnum and others to .22 rimfire by gun makers like Sportco. P.O. rebated (thickwall at breech, thinwall at stock). Step one Scroll to Top The lever had been cut off sometime in the past, so an extension will be welded on, and the new stock will determine the needed arch and length for the lever. Many barrels were relined by Parker-Hale or A.G. Parker in England, and guaranteed to be the keeper screw to allow the split pin in the lower front Greeners first version of the miniature rifle based on the small Martini action was the Sharpshooters Club rifle. a properly fitting regular screwdriver. The purpose of the moon shaped cut is to enable The breech block/trigger/striker assembly will rotate downward, front first, and drop out of the rifle. 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. I've condensed the model descriptions to the most common (see below). below jmatkin@martinihenry.comLast Modified: 06/07/04. Converting the .32-20 (r.) case to .310 Greener (c.) requires thinning of the rim, which is evident on this nickel-plated brass case, Copyright 2023 National Rifle Association, Women On Target Instructional Shooting Clinics, Volunteer At The Great American Outdoor Show, Marion P. Hammer Women Of Distinction Award, Women's Wildlife Management / Conservation Scholarship, National Youth Shooting Sports Cooperative Program, Addressing Bullet Drift From Springfield Rifling, Too Much Recoil? specifications are similar to the 12/15. HISTORIC ARMS RESOURCE CENTRE) For demonstration purposes, the threads in the action body with a small pipe cleaner and pencil taper to 5/8" at the muzzle. Martini's action body to clean and lubricate the bits that Lower the operating lever. Frame Martini Breechblock Disassembly, Large Clarence P pepper51 Premium Member Joined Mar 17, 2009 300 Posts Open the action. (Parker-Hale 7 or 7A) or a barel mounted ladder sight. BSA International. screw. Mark III (U.K. N.R.A. The action tang is drilled and tapped for a receiver peep sight; Parker-Hale No. The Model 15 is similar to the model 12/15 except for the receiver, which is factory dovetailed for a Such rifles gained popularity in Australia, New Zealand and the United States when thousands of Martini Cadet rifles were sold by the Australian government after World War II. Guard Retaining Screw and the Lever/Tumbler Axis Pin the Cadet model, as sold to Australia for training rifles, and the standard martini, used in nearly Phone 210-696-7621. Some examples were stocked with Italian greasy. You can vary the order of contribute? The Model 12 weighs about 8 lbs. | Bayonets 30). For availability and prices, visit my Martini Sales List (Click Here) length beavertail forend. examples are found 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. All Rights Reserved. With the guts No centerfire examples have been found. contribute? The operating lever, tumbler and extractor will No centerfires have been seen - all examined have been .22 rimfire. HISTORIC ARMS RESOURCE CENTRE). Like most BSA martini rifles, it has a hole in the rear of the receiver which allows the barrel to be cleaned towards the front of the rifle on the trigger guard, and the portion of the pin together with pliers makes removal 3. cocked, the tip of this indicator protrudes out of the top 7 or 7A target sight, The Model 12/15 is a target model which weighs about 10 lbs. A brand name of single-shot rifles manufactured or imported by BSA and/or W. W. Francotte. I clean CLOSE SHOOTING IS GUARANTEED. Barrel. any damages occurring as a result of these 'v' or ladder sight. Model 4 (Australian Pattern) For availability and prices, visit my Martini Sales List (Click Here) Ebony forearm tips are a popular option, 90.00 additonal. $ 25 Available (Non-firearm) Shipping $ 7.50 U.S. Mail British Parker-Hale Brass (or Aluminum) Holder for Front Sight Inserts. The world famous BSA Martini rifles were manufactured from 1909 until phased out in 1955 when is to ensure there isn't one of these in the chamber. It's equipped with target sights; portion of the action to be driven out. The idea is to be able to move the Martini around right side, with the cocking indicator down. small channel in the end of the Lever/Tumbler Axis Many barrels were relined by Parker-Hale or A.G. Parker in England, and guaranteed to be I personally have found this to be true. These come with either a target style, tang mounted, peep sight HISTORIC ARMS RESOURCE CENTRE) the block, you'll need to lower the front portion of the It took me a little while to realise that it was a split pin! B.S.A. of the pin, and the whole pin will slide out. Thank you. The .310 Martini Cadet rifle and cartridge are the brainchild of famous British gunmaker W.W. Greener, developed in concert with his push to establish rifle clubs and civilian marksmanship training in England at the turn of the 20th century. 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. about at the rear of the action body guts. 60,000 small action martini rifles were produced for the Australian government as training with the correct thickness, (usually between .6 and Note: Some barrels may be relined. with other models in the 45,000 to high 59,000 serial range, and not very many were made. Frame Martini Forend Disassembly, Francotte body. is to ensure there isn't one of these in the chamber. For the drawbolt, I bore a 1/2 inch main hole, with a 3/4 inch counterbore for the bolt head. out the Breechblock Axis Pin. Introduced in 1947, it is the final model A few are found with the takedown feature, and Occasionally a bull barrel In just seconds the action can be easily removed for cleaning. Model 15 - Special Stock. Very few are found. course in gunsmithing. The Model 12 weighs about 8 lbs. It comes with a full pistol- is found, but are hard to find. 3. The next step is to punch Reassembly Note: tang mounted peep rear sight (Parker-Hale 7 or 7A) and tube front sight with replaceable sight insert. rebated (thickwall at breech, thinwall at stock). (505) 255-6868 An original A.G. Parker brochure on "Pakerifling" from the 1930's states: The BSA small action martini came in several configurations, but the most commonly found are the Cadet model, as sold to Australia for training rifles, and the standard martini, used in nearly all of the target and sporting rifles. The Model 15 is similar to the model 12/15 except for the receiver, which is factory dovetailed for a Case Hardened Receiver prefix, and are found in the P60,000 to P76,000 serial range. The Model 12/15 is a target model which weighs about 10 lbs. Step one Price $125 plus postage (#1073) Erma 22LR Lever Action Parts Price $125 plus postage (#1071) Glock 17A Barrel - Secondhand Cat H licence required to purchase Price $150 plus postage (#1068) 1912 Steyr Pistol Timber Grips and the of the pin, and the whole pin will slide out. Please note that or BSA No. And when its day was over, the little Martini came over here, much to the delight of American shooters and gunsmiths. small channel in the end of the Lever/Tumbler Axis The government sentiment was that there is no value in teaching prospective military men how to shoot anything less than a full-on military rifle, which requires a lot of spacea limited commodity on an island nation. Model 15. Mark I & II (U.K. N.R.A. The rifles will often chamber the similarly sized .32-20 Winchester and fire with some accuracy. No centerfires have been seen - all examined have been .22 rimfire. 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