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Australian issue BSA Cadet Martini Single Shot Rifle

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:175.00 USD Estimated At:NA
Australian issue BSA Cadet Martini Single Shot Rifle
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Australian issue BSA Cadet Martini Single Shot Rifle, marked to the Commonwealth Military Forces in New South Wales, #58166, .310 Cadet cal., 25-1/8'' barrel, blued finish, hardwood stock, inverted ''V'' front sight and adjustable leaf folding rear sight. Marked on left side of receiver ''MADE BY THE BIRMINGHAM SMALL ARMS CO LTD'' and ''TRADE MARKS'' around three stacked rifles over ''BSA'', and on right side ''COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA'' along with ''N.S.W 24.392''. Chamber has a kangaroo symbol and barrel is with the caliber info ''310 12-120''. Right side of buttstock is stamped (faintly) ''C.M.F./N.S.W'' and ''24.392/11(cancellation mark)11''. Condition overall is very good with metal surfaces retaining less than 50% finish, the balance showing considerable surface rust and patina, particularly at the muzzle area and rear of barrel. Buttstock has a carved ''FR'' on the left side, otherwise the wood is solid with overall scuffs and scratches and areas of deeper bruising. Action operates smoothly, bore shows darkening in the grooves with very good rifling. Est.: $350-$500. (C&R)