Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this awesome falling-block single-shot rifle today for a penny-start auction, this is the BSA & M Co. Martini-Henry Mark III!
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SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: BSA & M Co.
Model: Martini-Henry Mark III
Serial: No Serial
Date of Manufacture: 1886
Caliber: .405 Winchester
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 33 3/4" Heavy Barrel
Optics/Sights: Hooded Blade Front with Flip-Up Adjustable Rear and J.Unertl Optical Co. Scope
Stock/Grips: Walnut Buttstock and Forearm with Checkered Grips
Action: Falling-Block / Single-Shot
Markings: Standard / The right side of the receiver is stamped “B.S.A. & M Co.”, along with the date of manufacture “1886”, a crown over broad arrow, and the mark “III”. The left side of the receiver is stamped with a “crown over VR”, along with “CONVERTED FOR THE N.R.A. BY W.W.GREENER / B.S.A. & M CO.”, and the date of manufacture “1886”.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The BSA & M Co. Martini-Henry rifle is a classic example of late 19th-century British military firearms, originally chambered in .577/.450 and built on the sturdy Martini falling-block action. BSA & M Co. produced various marks of the Martini-Henry—including the Mk I, Mk II, Mk III, and Mk IV—each representing refinements in design and production quality. The Mk III in particular saw widespread service across the British Empire and was later widely converted for civilian use. One of the most notable conversion specialists was W.W. Greener, a renowned British gunsmith who transformed surplus Martini-Henry, Martini-Metford, and Martini-Enfield rifles into high-quality training and target rifles. These conversions were often rebarreled to smaller calibers like .22 rimfire or .310 Cadet and used by the Society of Miniature Rifle Clubs, the National Rifle Association, and even Post Office rifle clubs. Some rifles, including the BSA Martini Mk III, were also converted to intermediate calibers like .303 British by firms such as International Military Antiques. In rarer cases, Martini rifles originally converted to .22 caliber have been rebarreled back to larger calibers by modern gunsmiths.
Model: Martini-Henry Mark III
Serial: No Serial
Date of Manufacture: 1886
Caliber: .405 Winchester
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 33 3/4" Heavy Barrel
Optics/Sights: Hooded Blade Front with Flip-Up Adjustable Rear and J.Unertl Optical Co. Scope
Stock/Grips: Walnut Buttstock and Forearm with Checkered Grips
Action: Falling-Block / Single-Shot
Markings: Standard / The right side of the receiver is stamped “B.S.A. & M Co.”, along with the date of manufacture “1886”, a crown over broad arrow, and the mark “III”. The left side of the receiver is stamped with a “crown over VR”, along with “CONVERTED FOR THE N.R.A. BY W.W.GREENER / B.S.A. & M CO.”, and the date of manufacture “1886”.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The BSA & M Co. Martini-Henry rifle is a classic example of late 19th-century British military firearms, originally chambered in .577/.450 and built on the sturdy Martini falling-block action. BSA & M Co. produced various marks of the Martini-Henry—including the Mk I, Mk II, Mk III, and Mk IV—each representing refinements in design and production quality. The Mk III in particular saw widespread service across the British Empire and was later widely converted for civilian use. One of the most notable conversion specialists was W.W. Greener, a renowned British gunsmith who transformed surplus Martini-Henry, Martini-Metford, and Martini-Enfield rifles into high-quality training and target rifles. These conversions were often rebarreled to smaller calibers like .22 rimfire or .310 Cadet and used by the Society of Miniature Rifle Clubs, the National Rifle Association, and even Post Office rifle clubs. Some rifles, including the BSA Martini Mk III, were also converted to intermediate calibers like .303 British by firms such as International Military Antiques. In rarer cases, Martini rifles originally converted to .22 caliber have been rebarreled back to larger calibers by modern gunsmiths.
There is confirmed evidence of at least one Martini-Enfield converted to .405 Winchester, a powerful cartridge famously favored by Theodore Roosevelt. While there is no known official or factory example of a BSA & M Co. Mark III chambered in .405 Winchester, enthusiasts and custom gunsmiths have explored such conversions—particularly from sporterized Martini-Henry rifles previously modified for .45-70. These projects typically involve fitting a new barrel and extractor, and ensuring the action can handle the pressure of the .405 Winchester round. Though uncommon, such custom conversions are feasible and have been considered by collectors and builders seeking to blend historical form with classic big-game performance.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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