Martini-Enfield A.C.II

[Drachenblut]

Hello all,

I have just aquired a Martini-Enfield Artillery Carbine II converted from M-Henry to M-Enfield in 1898. It is a wonderful little carbine. However, I have noticed pitting on the reciever knoxform, along the woodline. Is this safe to shoot through? I understand that M-E's can take commercial .303 rounds. Is this true? I will be posting new pictures of my aquisition once the February purchase board is up. In the mean time, I am looking for someone who can help me decipher the myriad of markings on my rifle and bayonet.

Thank you,

Drachenblut

 

[woodchopper]

your getting a goodd collection there.

post pics of markings

oh and a little pitting is not a problem

 

[Drachenblut]

I will post pictures of markings tomorrow when my camera is charged. Thank you for the comment.

 

[bdft]

I doubt that pitting along the woodline on the knoxform would be an issue. Note the width of the knoxform vs the bore. The pitting would have to be extreme to weaken the barrel. Martini's are very strong rifles.

 

[Drachenblut]

Here are the pictures of the pitting:

and for pron purposes

 

[englishman_ca]

Looking at the pitting, I would not be too concerned. The metal is very thick at the reinforce around the chamber. Regular commercial ammo or mil surp will be just fine.

That butt stock is quite striking with the tiger stripe grain.

A very nice find, well done. Go gentle with the cleaning.

Post pics of the markings and I will read it like a book to you.

So far I can see the mark for the second proof witnessed by Enfield inspector #88. The rifle was 'sold out of service' and released into civilian hands.

 

[jsmurd]

Greetings. I also own a Martini-Henry artillery carbine. They will shoot standard .303 with no problems, and for assistance in deciphering the Sovereigns and Conversion Cyphers,mark and class of arm, etc, go to www.martinihenry.com/sovcyph.htm.lots of good info on those pages. cheers