Original 1895 Martini Enfield Carbine .303 Caliber by W.W. Greener of Birmingham nChannel which was ignited by a

which was ignited by a small copper percussion cap that contained a volatile charge of fulminate of mercury (a substance that explodes upon being subjected to a sharp impact)

- Specialist Engineer Battalion

It’s nice

There was a hole in the outer handle to the right of the thumb catch that lined up with bars of paint on the inner handle

The Frock Coat/Tunic bears medal loops which may indicate that this set belonged to the Viscount French

Original 1895 Martini Enfield Carbine .303 Caliber by W.W. Greener of Birmingham nChannel which was ignited by aOriginal Item: Only One Available. Recently acquired this is in excellent condition and it has a coincidental story. This truly lovely 1895 Martini Enfield carbine is smothered in British proof marks and is stamped with maker's name and address on both barrel and left side of the receiver. It is very crisp and is fitted (in 1895) with the latest bayonet catch of the day. This carbine accepts the P 1888 Long Lee Metford and the P 1895 Long Lee Enfield