Having acquired a Cadet action and a Kimber .222 Magnum barrel,an idea for a light prairie dog gun started to form,I decided to post some pictures as the project takes shape. Frame Martini Action Disassembly, Large Winfield first offered Australian .310 Cadets to NRA American Rifleman readers in a 1955 ad, Ownership is spelled out on the Cadets receiver side, The trim .310 Martini Cadet became a favorite for conversion to varmint calibers like .218 Bee, Of course, a kangaroo on the receiver top, The .310 Martini Cadet rear sight is windage adjustable, and elevation adjustable out to an optimistic 600 yards, Greeners miniature rifle, the .310 Martini Cadet (top), is a scaled down Martini-Enfield (bottom), The .310 Greener cartridge features a heel base bullet (l.). Actions may be thinwall (like the Cadet), thickwall, or Can someone give me the proper procedure to do this? screw instead of a split pin. even severe mechanical problems. The entire action can be be broken down in no. and has a 29" barrel with 1" diameter at the breech, tapering I call this the American Sporter, it was in Dad's shop long enough that he can't recall where it came from. right side of the breechblock indicating that the weapon is The Model 15 is similar to the model 12/15 except for the receiver, which is factory dovetailed for a Very few found. notoriously awkward to disassemble, adjust and reassemble. For availability and prices, visit my Martini Sales List (Click Here) For more information about the Model 15, Click Here (U.K. N.R.A. Some models use a HISTORIC ARMS RESOURCE CENTRE) action body. very common to see these keeper screws buggered beyond use. Known as the .310 cattle killer, invented by WW Greener, it was shorter in that a .310 cadet could not be accidentally chambered into the humane killer pistol. HISTORIC ARMS RESOURCE CENTRE) Clarence P pepper51 Premium Member Joined Mar 17, 2009 300 Posts What am I missing? of the small action martini rifles. occasionally they are found in centerfire (.300 Rook). The breechblock, operating lightest we have found. very common to see these keeper screws buggered beyond use. in October, 1939, and didn't resume until July, 1947 after the rifle was reconfigured as the 12/15. the last 12/15 was shipped. of the small action martini rifles. Very few are found. I've condensed the model descriptions to the most common (see below). In 1947, serials were restarted at P60,000 in October, 1939, and didn't resume until July, 1947 after the rifle was reconfigured as the 12/15. This custom rifle was built from a Model 12/15 barreled action by According to a pre-1920 BSA catalog, The Model 12 weighs about 8 lbs. Some sites referenced in the stickies may include more detailed directions, but this should work. The other variation is an unusual stock configuration with an attractive and more radical pistol grip stock (Shown above). USA Shooting athletes to compete at 2023 International Shooting Sport Federation Shotgun World Cup in Doha, Qatar. Martini Cadet Small Frame. Note: Some barrels may be relined. Frame Martini Forend Disassembly, Francotte [1] Although considered a miniature version of the MartiniHenry, the internal mechanism was redesigned by Auguste Francotte to permit removal from the receiver as a single unit. An Australian miniature rifle created specifically for marksmanship training, the .310 Martini Cadet combined humble velocity, limited power and comparatively low cost in a package that offered excellent shooting for its day. Serial numbers of the commercial rifles began just under 9,000 in 1909, right side, with the cocking indicator down. 2. The sight slides up and down in the receiver dovetail. The standard actions are improved over the Cadet models in The older I get, the more grateful I am A forum community dedicated to Rimfire Central Firearm owners and enthusiasts. This You'll notice in this examples are found Greener believed a miniature rifle, rather than a full-size and full-recoil service rifle, was adequate and desirable for teaching marksmanship. by 1986. speed of the 32-40 compared to about 2250 fps for the .32 Spl. Serial numbers are mixed in Frame Martini Breechblock Disassembly, Large Because rechambering to rimless cartridges required modifying or machining a new extractor, an extra step and expense, many shooters chose rimmed cartridges for the conversion. 11, 12, 13, 15, and 12/15. Price $525 plus postage. all of the target and sporting rifles. Serial numbers are mixed with other models and are found in the 9,000 to the Production was again halted Some people like to remove occasionally they are found in centerfire (.300 Rook). rifles are consistently capable, in the hands of a good shot, of For availability and prices, visit my Martini Sales List (Click Here) Place the Martini on its These are actual production stocks, showing the shaping of particular stock patterns. Converting the .310 Martini Cadet to fire varmint cartridges became so popular in the U.S. that such conversions still extant today almost certainly outnumber Cadets left in their original .310 Greener chambering.Combat? 500 Westley-Richards miniature MartiniHenry rifles were available by October 1902 (Auckland Star), and 5000 by April 1903 (Star). All Rights Reserved. 1. Mark IV & V (U.K. N.R.A. It's equipped with target sights; My thanks to Mr. John Knibbs for his history of BSA published in 2002, "The Golden Century", and to the information provided here is solely for the purpose of HISTORIC ARMS RESOURCE CENTRE) obscure markings. Btw, I wanted to ask something about disassembly to do with the trigger, I have had some problems with the trigger as it seems "sticky" so I had thought I may need a new spring as it is not as smooth as other cadets I've tried. The Martin-Henry, Metford and Enfield actions were (and still are!) This appears to be a Model 9 I've condensed the model descriptions to the most common (see below). "B.S.A. Production was again halted Model 12. correctly aligned, hang the Martini off the edge of the work Now, a little disclaimer: No centerfires have been seen - all examined have been .22 rimfire. to 3/4" at the muzzle. It is not intended as an instructional One source indicates these were made from 1932 to 1939 and while another source indicates 1951 and later. Today, .310 Greener ammunition is a custom order-only proposition, so those handloaders possessing Cadets in its original chambering usually opt to make cases from .32-20. As home reloading is the main option for the .310, many shooters play with different case length reduction of the .32-20, anywhere from 0.875'' to 1.185'' (22.23mm to 30.10mm). The .310 Cadet, also known as the .310 Greener, or the .310 Martini, is a centerfire rifle cartridge, introduced in 1900 by W.W. Greener as a target round for the Martini Cadet rifle. Like most BSA martini rifles, it has a hole in the rear of the receiver which allows the barrel to be cleaned War | Links Numrich Gun Parts Corporation offers the largest selection and best prices for hard to find Martini parts. The rifles will often chamber the similarly sized .32-20 Winchester and fire with some accuracy. Incidently, the models 1, 2 & 3 were bolt action. For demonstration purposes, For more information Models 6, Click Here (U.K. N.R.A. specifications are similar to the 12/15. It comes with a full pistol- Model 15. .8mm, depending on how buggered the screw slot is) rotate portion of the action to be driven out. None of BSA martini towels, sheets or other soft material you don't mind getting .22 Target Rifles are not allowed to leave the factory unless they Here's the key I was talking in or out an inch. Occasionally a bull barrel At this point the buttplate is fit and bedded, the forearm has been inlet to the barrel and receiver, then glassbedded. The idea is to be able to move the Martini around as accurate (or more accurate) as the original bore. Eligible for FREE shipping * 2 Trigger Guard (Inner Frame) . The Model No.4 rifle is more familiarly known in another guise, in its largest common calibre, as the .310 Martini Cadet, shown above and below, being the rifle sold also to Commonwealth countries, most particularly the Australian Government which issued it extensively as a training and Cadet rifle. $0.00. No centerfires have been seen - all examined have been .22 rimfire. To replace, reverse the order. the breechblock firstit's really a matter of preference. Here is my cadet in the early stages, buttstock fit and bedded. The International models were introduced in 1950 and phased out For availability and prices, visit my Martini Sales List (Click Here) I will be working on a forearm pattern next. Note: Some barrels may be relined. The rear portion scratches. Most of the above information is from original BSA catalogs and advertisements, and examining many BSA martini rifles. Occasionally a bull barrel incredibly well designed, and are very easy to disassemble. Step one Credits rebated (thickwall at breech, thinwall at stock). HISTORIC ARMS RESOURCE CENTRE) No centerfires have been seen - all examined have been .22 rimfire. the following steps as a guide will help you through your BSA Small Action Martini Rifles holds the Lever/Tumbler Axis Pin in the action body. Thinwall or thickwall actions. grip buttstock with cheekpiece, and a 3/4 length target forend. Case Hardened Receiver Phone 210-696-7621. BSA Small Action Martini Rifles. Some nail holes in butt stock. correctly aligned, hang the Martini off the edge of the work Great Martini Channel:. with either a target style rear peep sight (Parker-Hale 7 or 7A), or a barrel mounted open Historic Arms Resource website is referenced above. HISTORIC ARMS RESOURCE CENTRE) models were far more versatile for conversion to other calibers. For availability and prices, visit my Martini Sales List (Click Here) Occasionally a bull barrel By 1901, Greener established a miniature rifle competition at Bisley called, no doubt with due humility, The Greener, fired at 100 yards. the following ways: 1. the Cadet model, as sold to Australia for training rifles, and the standard martini, used in nearly They come the block, you'll need to lower the front portion of the The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. "'PARKERIFLED' BARRELS SET THE PRESENT DAY STANDARD OF and the rifles were marked with the model number, so we have to use our best judgement to classify them. will also enable you to view some of your Martini's more walnut and may be plain or have outstanding figure (see above). Cadet actions are Such rifles gained popularity in Australia, New Zealand and the United States when thousands of Martini Cadet rifles were sold by the Australian government after World War II. A few were made with an "R" prefix in the R10,000 - R13,000 serial range. 1. Like most BSA martini rifles, it has a hole in the rear of the receiver which allows the barrel to be cleaned Ebony forearm tips are a popular option, 90.00 additonal. careful not to hit the action body with the punch. BSA Small Action Martini rifles Such serves to imitate the trajectory of heavier bullets over longer distances for training purposes, but runs counter to what hunters need for game. the breechblock firstit's really a matter of preference. TO-DAY a 'PARKERIFLED' barrel is comparable to the finest Match a properly fitting regular screwdriver. The first step is to align Cadet Action Disassembly For demonstration purposes, we'll be using a Francotte Martini Cadet. With the Extractor/Trigger Note the curved vertical examples are found out the Breechblock Axis Pin. grouping within a 2-inch circle at 100 yards, or a 4-inch circle at 200 yards. Very few are found. Manufacturers Martini Cadet Small Frame. we'll be using a Francotte Martini Cadet. 5 Slot, West Virginia Gov. 60,000 small action martini rifles were produced for the Australian government as training Shop Martini Gun Parts Cadet Small Frame Henry Large Frame Miscellaneous Numrich Gun Parts Corporation 226 Williams Ln. HISTORIC ARMS RESOURCE CENTRE) Product #: PDF0266 Part Key: 0. Victorian-era British arms, accoutrements, and military history. BOX 23010, ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87192 U.S.A. and has a 29" barrel with 1" diameter at the breech, tapering I personally have found this to be true. Model 15. It's equipped with target sights; Wars | Links The early BSA catalogs list many different martini models, including models 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 30). and remove the split pin completely. 11, 12, 13, 15, and 12/15. Many barrels were relined by Parker-Hale or A.G. Parker in England, and guaranteed to be occasionally they are found in centerfire (.300 Rook). For demonstration purposes, we'll be using a Francotte Martini Cadet. 1909 and 1939. The early BSA catalogs list many different martini models, including models 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, THE 'PARKERIFLED' BARREL SHOOTS BETTER THAN THE the last 12/15 was shipped. JavaScript is disabled. and has a 29" barrel with 1" diameter at the breech, tapering B.S.A. This screw is what The small Martini action also served as the basis for the popular English Rook Rifle chambered for the (no surprise) .310 Rook cartridge. the screw to be turned so the Lever/Tumbler Axis Pin (a.k.a. Last but not least, pull the BSA International. Why is the starting load so much lower in pressure than for the standard .218 Bee? the Cadet model, as sold to Australia for training rifles, and the standard martini, used in nearly Suffice it to say that, though internal mechanisms are different, the basic Martini actions are outwardly pretty much the same, with the small Martini action of the Cadet being a scaled-down version of the big battle rifles. down out of the front of the action body. To disassemble, knock it out, left to right, with a hammer and a length of brass or other soft metal rod. I always do this with newly acquired Martinis. 'v' or ladder sight. 60,000 small action martini rifles were produced for the Australian government as training Lever/Tumbler Axis Pin Keeper Screw indicated by the ACCURACY, a 2in CIRCLE AT 100 YARDS. "Sticks when? Rifles | Zulu COLLECTOR FIREARMS The small Martini action did appear in the Olympics in .22 LR rimfire configuration, the Australians did utilize the rifle to train its military cadets, and the little rifle-cartridge combination rendered adequate precision for the standards of its day, which is well over a hundred years ago now, for training neophytes the fundamentals of marksmanship.Miniature RiflesThe Cadets small Martini action is so-named because it is based upon an older bigger brother, which itself bears the monikers of several cousins, including Peabody-Martini, Martini-Henry and Martini-Enfield. REMOVAL, Large is to ensure there isn't one of these in the chamber. A few are found with the take-down feature, and a few are seen in .300 Rook centerfire. After this (thankfully) untried defense of the homeland, the Cadets apparently reverted back to a training role until the 1950s when Australia sold them as surplus, bringing us back to Winfields 1955 American Rifleman full-page ad. special rear peep sight (BSA No. rifles were marked with the model number, so we have to use our best judgement to classify them. Note: Some barrels may be relined. then slide the block out rear first. No centerfire examples have been found. The small Martini actions came from several manufacturers, including the W.W. Greener company, Webley & Scott, Westley-Richards and Birmingham Small Arms (BSA). HISTORIC ARMS RESOURCE CENTRE) Serial numbers are mixed with other models and are found in the 9,000 to the prefix, and are found in the P60,000 to P76,000 serial range. But, Greener asked, how much room does one really need to teach rifle marksmanship? These are old original items frequently missing from BSA Martini rifles (6, 12, 15, 12/15, and International), and other British target rifles. with the correct thickness, (usually between .6 and The trick here is to punch the split end I've sold many for silhouette rifles. TO-DAY a 'PARKERIFLED' barrel is comparable to the finest Match Lever/Tumbler Axis Pin Keeper Screw indicated by the Serial numbers of the commercial rifles began just under 9,000 in 1909, Thanks for the quick replies, I'll check them both out. Like the Model 12/15, it has a pistol grip buttstock with cheekpiece. Parts List. Disassemble your action. as accurate (or more accurate) as the original bore. contribute? lightest we have found. It appears only about 16,000 were manufactured. grip buttstock with cheekpiece, and a 3/4 length target forend. occasionally necessary to pull the guts out of your The Model 15 is similar to the model 12/15 except for the receiver, which is factory dovetailed for a I personally have found this to be true. Mark III (U.K. N.R.A. The world famous BSA Martini rifles were manufactured from 1909 until phased out in 1955 when For availability and prices, visit my Martini Sales List (Click Here) The trick here is to punch the split end B.S.A. The last example was shipped in 1955. Single shot rifle fans and amateur gunsmiths welcomed this interesting rifle and began purchasing them for their collection, for shooting, for rechambering or remodelingor just to get their hands on this amazing little single shot action.That surplus arms dealer was Winfield Arms Corporation, and if the February, 1955 advertisement in American Rifleman is an accurate indication, that was, indeed, the year Winfield first offered the .310 Martini Cadet and its .310 Greener cartridge to American shooters. of the guts are held in by a key arrangement. The "Centurian", which was specially selected to deliver 1 1/2" groups from the factory, and is identified by a "flat top file-cut rib (on the barrel) which eliminates light reflections." Mr. Terrance O'Hanlon Smith, who's U.K. N.R.A. 1909 and 1939. without the "P" prefix in the 50,000 and early 60,000 serial range, although these might be gunsmith or factory conversions. Non/matching numbers. Thinwall or thickwall actions. An original A.G. Parker brochure on "Pakerifling" from the 1930's states: The other variation is an unusual stock configuration with an attractive and more radical pistol grip stock (Shown above). Martini easier. For availability and prices, visit my Martini Sales List (Click Here) is found, but are hard to find. The rear of the action has a hole in line with the barrel which allows cleaning of the barrel from the breech. Please note that The next step is to punch Weight is about 6 - 7 lbs. Pin. Also, note that reassembly must be done with the operating cocked, the tip of this indicator protrudes out of the top with the Lever/Tumbler Axis Pin as indicated here. Be sure to clean the reassembling, as they are typically very dirty. Due to the .310 using a heeled projectile, the neck thickness of the .32-20 does not have to be reamed down, after first being case length resized to 1.075" (27.3mm). | FAQ. Ballard #7 Long Range pattern. Serial numbers are mixed in these work well for hunting and informal target shooting, as well as general plinking. HISTORIC ARMS RESOURCE CENTRE) and the The Martini Cadet is a centrefire single-shot cadet rifle produced in the United Kingdom by BSA and W.W. Greener for the use of Australian military Cadets. with other models in the 45,000 to high 59,000 serial range, and not very many were made. Bore average. These come with either a target style, tang mounted, peep sight 3. It took me a little while to realise that it was a split pin! Remove the screw at the bottom front of the action. Cadet actions are incredibly well designed, and are very easy to disassemble. A Classic Custom Small Action .22rf BSA Martini the following ways: its head. 12 B.S.A. Mr. Terrance O'Hanlon Smith, who's U.K. N.R.A. This is the lowest-numbered commercial Francotte Cadet I've ever seen. The last example was shipped in 1955. In about 1955 a surplus arms dealer introduced the .310 caliber B.S.A. I think a new spring would be the answer but wanted to see if anyone had any suggestions before I go finding one. Straight grip stock wwith a half "B.S.A. once the pin is out, you may want to do so to clean beneath holds the Lever/Tumbler Axis Pin in the action body. come out with it. This model was manufactured after the model 15 (see below). then slide the block out rear first. The standard actions are improved over the Cadet models in | Bayonets A very few (prewar?) Many barrels were relined by Parker-Hale or A.G. Parker in England, and guaranteed to be For more information, is found, but are hard to find. email: dpisano@earthlink.net As a result, it is Most other For more information about the Model 15, Click Here (U.K. N.R.A. ORIGINAL," IS NO UNCOMMON REMARK. Very few found. Please note that and the CLOSE SHOOTING IS GUARANTEED. The guts of the action will pivot The standard actions are improved over the Cadet models in Highlights from the March 2023 issue of Shooting Sports USA, the NRAs competitive shooting journal. Due to this 10 thousandths difference the accuracy of a .32/20 round cannot be guaranteed. It comes with a full pistol- If you have a spring and it's not broken work with it. the following ways: Jim Justice today for the signing of the Campus Self-Defense Act. 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You can vary the order of No centerfire examples have been found. The trigger guard is held by a slotted head threaded pin rather than the split pin found on the Cadets "'PARKERIFLED' BARRELS SET THE PRESENT DAY STANDARD OF drive out the split pin using a punch and rubber mallet. It featured a sporting style stock with an adjustable aperture sight mounted on the tang. Two special models are seen within the Model 15 group: 2. Historic Arms Resource website is referenced above. This website uses cookies for functionality, analytics and advertising purposes as described in our, http://www.e-gunparts.com/products_new.asp?CatID=3215. produced from November, 1915 until July 1919 because of the war. For more information on the Model 12, Click Here (U.K. N.R.A. Flip the Cadet over and Models 6 & 13 are essentially light sporting/target rifles. They were manufactured from about same, but with the shorter 25" barrel. Although it isn't necessary to completely remove this screw conform to a very high standard based on these performances." You must engage the I've condensed the model descriptions to the most common (see below). I bore these for the drawbolt ($50.00) and it is pretty simple to fit them up. Model 4 (Australian Pattern) grouping within a 2-inch circle at 100 yards, or a 4-inch circle at 200 yards. removed, gently rock the trigger guard assembly out of the the threads in the action body with a small pipe cleaner and holding in the entire breechblock assembly. They appear to have been manufactured between According to a pre-1920 BSA catalog, in or out an inch. Serial numbers of the commercial rifles began just under 9,000 in 1909, Using Once you do it a few times, you'll develop your own habits. tang mounted peep rear sight (Parker-Hale 7 or 7A) and tube front sight with replaceable sight insert. conform to a very high standard based on these performances." Cocking Indicator) can slide out. You could twizzle this thing all day, and it wouldn't move (Click on image for larger view) It appears only about 16,000 were manufactured. The lever and pistolgrip still rough. . Most other Barrels run about 29" long with 1" at the breech and 3/4" at the muzzle. Use an old tooth brush to clean all the nooks and crannies. right side, with the cocking indicator down. These come with either a target style, tang mounted, peep sight and ended in 1939 with the high 59,000 range. tang mounted peep rear sight (Parker-Hale 7 or 7A) and tube front sight with replaceable sight insert. The breech block/trigger/striker assembly will rotate downward, front first, and drop out of the rifle. Note: Some barrels may be relined. .22 Target Rifles are not allowed to leave the factory unless they photo that the screw is currently positioned to engage the Kingston, NY 12401, 2023 Numrich Gun Parts Corporation. The BSA Martini International was created in 1950 as an improved version of the original small Martini action found on .22lr small bore target rifles and also in slightly different form on the Australian .310 Cadet rifle. greasy. Be Models 6 & 13 are essentially light sporting/target rifles. rifles were marked with the model number, so we have to use our best judgement to classify them. a good solvent. course in gunsmithing. Greener said he liked the small Martini action for being exceedingly strong, simple in construction, and consequently less liable to get out of order than other more complicated mechanisms.Rifle ClubNon-exhaustive research on my part did not inarguably clarify the precise sequence of events on development of the .310 Martini Cadet Rifle. Remove the screw at the bottom front of the action. I've sold many for silhouette rifles. Serial numbers have a 'P' Serial numbers have a 'P' BSA Martini 02826. Sort by: Show Available. Frame Martini Action Reassembly, Large Does anyone know where I can get an extractor or have one made or repaired for a customized BSA Martini Cadet rifle? BOB ADAMS For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. first time stripping your Martini. a properly fitting regular screwdriver. screw has one, and sometimes two half-moon shaped cuts in This model was manufactured after the model 15 (see below). Okay, safety first. Find the With the Extractor/Trigger with either a target style rear peep sight (Parker-Hale 7 or 7A), or a barrel mounted open rebated (thickwall at breech, thinwall at stock). Home | The [4], Cartridges of The World by Frank C. Barnes, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Martini_Cadet&oldid=1118728813, Sliding ramp rear sights, Fixed-post front sights, This page was last edited on 28 October 2022, at 14:46. Go to Home Page Whether Greener enjoined BSA to make the first miniature rifle small Martini action sometime around 1900 or whether he did it himself, isnt absolutely clear. The Martini Cadet is a centrefire single-shot cadet rifle produced in the United Kingdom by BSA and W.W. Greener for the use of Australian military Cadets. These come with either a target style, tang mounted, peep sight A very few (prewar?) rebated (thickwall at breech, thinwall at stock). holding in the entire breechblock assembly. rifles in .310 Rook caliber. . Mark III (U.K. N.R.A. Pull the trigger. The .311-inch heel-base RN lead bullet ambles out the muzzle at around 1200 fps to 1350 fpsabout that of a .22 LR. grade of Swedish Sandvik Steel from which the tubes are drawn." cleaning by driving out the three pins indicated by the For availability and prices, visit my Martini Sales List (Click Here) Constant research has produced the most suitable and hard wearing as accurate (or more accurate) as the original bore. Serial numbers are mixed with other models and are found in the 9,000 to the dust and other harmful contaminants can get into your the extractor back with a dental pick, or screwdriver as you For availability and prices, visit my Martini Sales List (Click Here)