Original New Zealand Issue Martini-Henry .303 Carbine- Dated 1896 German Holsters The rifle is 1350mm long

The rifle is 1350mm long

the boxes were stored flat in a stack behind the driver

These cases held a single dressing package (or served as a military compass case) and were usually carried on the suspenders or equipment belt

When not in use

Original New Zealand Issue Martini-Henry .303 Carbine- Dated 1896 German Holsters The rifle is 1350mm longOriginal Item: Only One Available. This nice little carbine started life as a Martini Henry Mk III in . 450 . 577 Caliber. It bears original stampings on the right side of the receiver of: ENFIELD 1879 III It was converted to . 303 caliber in 1896 and bears those markings on the left side of the receiver: ENFIELD 1896 M. E . 303 I This weapon when converted was fitted with a new . 303 caliber barrel, a new wood fore end and bayonet stand intended for