Martini-Henry Mk II Rifle Accession Number: REL/16556

Description

Martini-Henry Mk II lever action, single shot rifle. The action is marked with a crown over VR B.S.A & M. Co 1874 II. The butt is stamped VIC GOV within a circle over the serial number and CMF/3MD/68. The rifle is complete with a cleaning rod.

Contextual Description

This rifle was purchased by the Victorian Government. It has been a Mk I upgraded to Mk II with Victorian Naval Brigade issue and Third Military District, Citizens Military Forces markings.

Details

Accession Number
REL/16556
Classification
Technology
Object Type
Firearm
Measurement
Calibre: 7/16 in
Date Made
1874
Place Made
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Copyright
Copyright not applicable

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Accession REL/16556

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