RIFLE, Enfield Martini, .303 calibre, military, 1883
W1973.85
Hammerless, dropping block action with indicator. Charge/projectile: snider cartridge 'necked down'. Sights: fore - vee on block, rear - bridge. LHS: Breech block plate: 'V.R. Enfield 1883'. Crown over arrow, symbol E (on side) surmounting 'I' (?). Condemned mark on stock. Crown of 24 stamped on bands. Enfield storekeeper's mark on stock with 'LI' underneath. Furniture: two bands, screwed and 3 sling swivels.
Department:
History DepartmentCollection
| Accession Number: | W1973.85 |
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| Accession Date: | 1 Jan 1973 |
Measurement
| length | 1165mm |
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| length | 748mm |
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