Highly desirable Birmingham Small Arms (BSA) Martini-Henry Cadet single-shot rifle chambered in .25 caliber, featuring the distinctive Victorian Government receiver marking associated with Australian colonial military service. This attractive example features a 27.5-inch barrel with a sharp, well-defined bore and a 12-inch length of pull. Particularly noteworthy is the beautifully figured wooden stock, displaying striking fiddleback or tiger-stripe grain patterns that add considerable visual appeal and individuality to this historic rifle. The wood exhibits moderate signs of age and handling, including scattered dings, scratches, and several small areas of wood loss accumulated through years of use, while retaining its attractive natural grain and classic military character. The metal surfaces remain in good overall condition, displaying a pleasing, age-appropriate patina that complements the rifle's historic appearance. Mechanically, the classic Martini action functions smoothly and properly. The Victorian Government receiver marking adds historical interest, reflecting the rifle's association with Australia's early military and cadet rifle programs. With its distinctive government marking, beautifully figured stock, sharp bore, and appealing aged metal finish, this is a particularly interesting example for collectors of Australian military firearms and traditional Martini-pattern single-shot rifles. C&R eligible.

Barrel Length: 27.5 inches

Bore Condition: Sharp, well-defined bore.

Finish Condition: Good metal finish with attractive age-related patina. Stock displays moderate wear, including dings, scratches, and small areas of wood loss, with beautiful fiddleback/tiger-stripe figuring.

Mechanical Condition: Action functions smoothly and properly.

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Make: BSA Imports
Model: Martini Henry
Serial # - Firearms: 3232
Caliber: other

• Make: BSA Imports
• Model: Martini Henry
• Serial # - Firearms: 3232
• Caliber: other