BIG 5 Posted July 3, 2012 Report Share Posted July 3, 2012 I recently aquired a Martini Henry rifle and it needs spare parts and restoration. Can any one advise me where I could obtain these and any other information regarding this rifle of which I know very little. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glenshooter Posted July 3, 2012 Report Share Posted July 3, 2012 http://stores.ebay.co.uk/Martini-Henry-Parts-and-accessories?_rdc=1 This guy is affectionately known in some circles as Zulu Neil - a real authority on the wars and Martini rifles. This is his (somewhat limited) ebay shop. I'm trying to find who does replacement woodwork - I know someone does and I've probably saved it somewhere! What is the calibre? HTH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zapp Posted July 3, 2012 Report Share Posted July 3, 2012 (edited) It is either the Cavalry Carbine or the Artillery Carbine. They were made at the Small Arms Factory at Enfield. Can you put a pic up showing the cocking indicator on the other side of the action. That way we might be able to narrow it down to which it is Without the forestock and barrel bands it is going to be hard to tell UNLESS it has the small cocking indicator. The calibre will be .577/.450. Edited July 3, 2012 by Zapp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glenshooter Posted July 3, 2012 Report Share Posted July 3, 2012 http://www.martinihenry.com/links.htm http://www.arrse.co.uk/military-history-militaria/107811-correct-sling-martini-henry-mkiv.html http://forums.gunboards.com/forumdisplay.php?15-Martini-Henry-Forum http://www.1879zuluwar.com/t1530-martini-henry-mark-2-1878 http://britishmilitariaforums.yuku.com/forums/1/t/Martini-Henry-Forum.html http://www.researchpress.co.uk/firearms/british/martini/index.htm http://www.ima-usa.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=martini&x=26&y=6 May well be Neil who does the replacement stocks. Suggest that you contact him. (He does travel a lot so give him so time to reply!) Hope this list keeps you going for a while! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zapp Posted July 3, 2012 Report Share Posted July 3, 2012 Also get a pic of the muzzle, so we can see if there is a bayonet lug. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glenshooter Posted July 3, 2012 Report Share Posted July 3, 2012 (edited) http://www.amazon.com/Martini-Henry-Replacement-Wood-Stock-Set/dp/B0039QJ8XM Replacement stock is available in the US (- not sure if it will fit carbines though) Edited July 3, 2012 by Glenshooter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zapp Posted July 3, 2012 Report Share Posted July 3, 2012 http://www.amazon.com/Martini-Henry-Replacement-Wood-Stock-Set/dp/B0039QJ8XM Replacement stock is available in the US Alas, it wouldn't fit. That's for the full length infantry rifle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wabbitbosher Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 (edited) got a buddie into Reenacting , he knows a chap that is "Mr Henry Martini" i'll find out his details for you Edited July 4, 2012 by wabbitbosher Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIG 5 Posted July 4, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 THANKS EVERYONE FOR HELPING ME. THATS A GREAT START. GOT SOME MORE PICTURES. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zapp Posted July 5, 2012 Report Share Posted July 5, 2012 My money is on it being a Mk II Artillery Carbine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vince Green Posted July 5, 2012 Report Share Posted July 5, 2012 (edited) I would start by talking to Terry Abrahams, if he doesn't do it he will certainly know somebody who does. Peter Dyson is another good bet Edited July 5, 2012 by Vince Green Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hafod Posted September 20, 2012 Report Share Posted September 20, 2012 if your looking for woodwork log on to international millitary antiques , its an american firm, it bought the entire contents of the royal nepal armoury back in 2002 and is selling p53 enfields , martinis henrys, sniders , brunswicks , brown bess etc etc , they carry a good selection of martini woodwork and spares for all the makes of rifles i mentioned , fantastic firm to deal with very fast delivery . very good prices all in all , and very good people to deal with ,also very fast delivery to the uk usually around the 8 day mark BTW if you do manage to get the old gal firing again see the thumb scallop on the action put your right thumb there when firing her , if you wrap your thumb round the stock she,ll break your nose because shes a hard kicking girl ,shes a 577/450 m/h most probbaly an artillery carbine and if you use a full power rifle load she,ll kick like a mule , carbine rounds were loaded lighter than infantry rounds , though both rounds could be used in both long and short rifles , brass can be formed out of 24 bore magtec brass cases easily when you know how , lee reloading makes the loading dies , can be challanging to reload for , but great fun to fire if you want to know anymore info on reloading for it , send me p/m and i,ll be happy to be of assistance Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hector Vector Posted September 21, 2012 Report Share Posted September 21, 2012 If you need a stock take a look at the current Holt's sealed bid sale, Lot 3809 - parially worked walnut stock for Martini Henry rifle. I saw it yesterday whilst I was at the sale. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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