BSA Martini .22 question

[Rich the Butcher]

Hey Guys, I was wondering if anyone can help me determine the age of this BSA rifle and how to use/adjust the sights. Any additional info would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
RTB

 

[islandguy]

To start with, it was issued to 101 Cadet Corps, Vancouver Public Schools Cadet Regiment, Vancouver, BC. The unit was formed November 18, 1903 and disbanded January 21, 1941. If I'm not mistaken, it is a Model 12 "cadet version" with the 25" barrel. Probably made 1918-1921, but possibly a bit later. I you PM me the serial number, I should be able to get closer with the date. There may also be a date code on the bottom of the barrel (but only for rifles made between 1921 and 1941). The date stamp is a capital letter in the top vee formed by two crossed swords.

 

[islandguy]

To adjust the elevation on the rear aperture sight, turn the eyepiece disc counter-clockwise to take pressure off the elevation screw, then turn the top knob clock-wise (right) to raise the point of aim, or counter-clockwise (left) to lower the point of aim. For windage, turn the side knob clock-wise (right) to move the point of aim to the right, or counter-clockwise (left) to move the point of aim to the left. After adjusting the elevation, tighten the eyepiece back up. The small disc on the eyepiece allows you to select different apertures for different light conditions (or personal preference).

 

[tiriaq]

Use the sights?
There is a 6 hole eyepiece. Rotate for best sight picture.
The windage and elevation adjustment scale are calibrated with a Vernier scale. As you move the sights, note the progression as the different marks line up, click by click. Allows the sight adjustments to be read exactly, and precisely reset as needed.
These are fine rifles, and shoot very well.

 

[islandguy]

These are fine rifles, and shoot very well.

Agreed! If the bore, barrel, and crown are in good shape, you can (some days) put 5 rds inside a nickle at 50 yds. Normally, 10 inside a toonie at 50.

 

[Rdrash]

I sure do like mine. I would love to find out what kind of sling swivels and sling for it. Does yours have the Canadian broad arrow stamp.
Trevor

 

[Rich the Butcher]

What is the Canadian broad arrow stamp?

 

[woodchopper]

top of the barrel knox its a C with an arrow inside

 

[Rich the Butcher]

Yes, it does have that marking.

 

[islandguy]

I sure do like mine. I would love to find out what kind of sling swivels and sling for it. Does yours have the Canadian broad arrow stamp.
Trevor

I've never seen one with a carry sling Trevor. The swivel studs on the rifle were normally used for attaching a shooting sling.

 

[Rich the Butcher]

What is the difference in a shooting vs. carry sling?

 

[tiriaq]

Two point shooting sling is attached to the front swivels. Let the loop hang, give it a twist, and put your support arm through.