Martini-Henry .303 Enfield, Tack Decorated

Lot description

Martini-Henry Rifle, Converted to .303 caliber, marked at right side of receiver ring ".303 Nitro Proved" and British proof markings", 25.5" round barrel, ramp front sight, adjustable rear sight, reduced stock length, lever action drop block, the wood stock decorated with non-magnetic brass tacks in the Native American style together with incised carving depicting an Indian wearing a long war bonnet and holding a bow, in back of him is a teepee, in front of him on the 'ground' is a body, father back is an animal apparently moving away from him (date of pictorial carving unknown), steel butt plate, no visible serial number, wood with expected scratches and dents, wood with expected scars, scratches, dents, action good but weak strike, metal light scratching, some rubs, bore dark with good rifling, no visible serial number Start Price: $150.00