| Place | Oceania: Australia, Victoria |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | REL/12223 |
| Collection type | Technology |
| Object type | Firearm |
| Place made | United Kingdom: England |
| Date made | 1900 |
| Conflict |
Australian Colonial Forces, 1854-1900 |
Martini-Enfield Mk II Rifle : Victorian Military Forces
Description
Martini-Enfield Mk II Rifle. Single shot lever action right side stamped Crown over VR over L.S.ACo (London Small Arms Co) 1877 II, VIC GOV in a circle and left side Crown over VR ENFIELD over 1900 ME .303 II. Butt stamped with an Enfield roundel II and VIC GOV in a circle (twice), double arrow sale mark and 10652. It is complete with a black leather sling.
History / Summary
This rifle is a conversion from a Mk II Martini Henry to a Martini Enfield Mk II in 1900. It was used by the Victorian Military Forces.