Offered here is a desirable Birmingham Small Arms Co. Ltd. (BSA) Martini Cadet No. 4b single-shot military training rifle chambered in .310 Cadet, serial number 16356, manufactured in Birmingham, England, circa 1911 for the Commonwealth of Australia. Built around the compact Francotte-pattern Martini falling-block action, these rifles were widely employed by Australian cadet organizations for military marksmanship training during the early twentieth century and remain collectible examples of British firearms manufactured for Australian service. This example features a 25-inch barrel, 13.5-inch length of pull, full-length military hardwood furniture, and the characteristic underlever-operated action. The receiver bears the "COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA" marking, accompanied by the desirable "VIC" designation identifying Victoria, Australia. A distinctive kangaroo marking is present on the barrel knox form, along with Birmingham Small Arms manufacturer's markings and period inspection stamps. The hardwood buttstock retains a Commonwealth Military Forces inspection roundel, additional inventory markings, and a "5/11" date stamp consistent with May 1911. These markings provide an interesting connection to the rifle's Australian military training history. The bore remains bright with sharp, well-defined rifling, although scattered light surface pitting is present. The metal surfaces exhibit an attractive aged military finish with scattered handling marks, finish thinning, and losses along raised edges and high-contact areas, consistent with military issue and use. The hardwood stock remains complete and in good overall condition for its age, displaying scattered dents, scratches, impressions, and handling wear associated with military service. Importantly, the wood remains structurally sound with no noted cracks. Retaining its distinctive Victorian military markings, kangaroo stamp, dated stock markings, and traditional full-length military configuration, this BSA Martini Cadet represents an appealing example of Australia's early military marksmanship training history.

Barrel Length: 25 inches.

Bore Condition: Bright bore with sharp, well-defined rifling and scattered light surface pitting.

Finish Condition: Aged military metal finish with scattered handling marks, high-point finish losses, and surface patina consistent with age and use. Hardwood stock remains complete and in good condition for its age, exhibiting scattered dents, scratches, and handling marks associated with military issue. No noted cracks.

Mechanical Condition: Action functions smoothly and properly.

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Make: BSA Imports
Model: Cadet
Year: 1911
Serial # - Firearms: 16356
Caliber: 310
Barrel Length: 25

• Make: BSA Imports
• Model: Cadet
• Year: 1911
• Serial # - Firearms: 16356
• Caliber: 310
• Barrel Length: 25