BSA Martini .22LR

[Robert22]

Howdy!

I was wondering if some folks on here could educate me regarding these BSA Martini .22LR rifles. I am trying to piece together a full understanding of when/where they were manufactured, their current costs and how well they shoot. Pictures encouraged

Thanks!

 

[SandRoad]

Here are a few summaries

http://www.adamsguns.com/martini.htm

The International Mk III series of rifles were guaranteed to shoot five x 10 shot groups with an average of 0.75" at 100 yards, with no group larger than 1".

http://rifleman.org.uk/BSA_Martini_International_Mk.III.html


General index page of rimfire rifles

http://www.rifleman.org.uk/target_Rifles_comparison_page.htm

Rifles like the Martini Model 15 were guaranteed to shoot better than 1-1/2" groups, usually consisting of three x 10 shot strings.

I presume that accuracy would be achieved with target peep sights.

 

[islandguy]

Robert22,
The "classic" configuration BSA Martini 22's were manufactured in Birmingham, England by the Birmingham Small Arms company, from 1909 to 1955. The Model 12, 13, 15, and 12/15 are the ones that most often turn up here in Canada. I've paid from $325.00 to $549.00, depending on condition. All of the Martinis that I've owned and have seen in action are very accurate. On a good day, I can keep 5 rounds of Eley Target, Lapua Standard Plus, or Federal 714 inside a dime at 50M using the stock aperture sights, off the bench, with a front rest only.