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    IMA trip and a Martini Henry purchase??

    Hello all, newbie here so be kind. I know this has been discussed multiple times but I am looking for some "fresh" info.

    I will have the opportunity to visit IMA in th near future and I have been considering purchasing a Martini Henry for a long time. I have had the "disease" ever since I saw the classic Zulu movie as child.

    I would like one from the correct time period, 1879, but I am not sure what to get. If I am correct I would be looking at the Britishicon P-1871 Martini-Henry MkII Short Lever Rifle (1870s Dates), right?

    Next is it possible to get a nice rifle by purchasing a untouched version? Since
    I will be getting the opportunity to examine them by myself. Or since they are so heavily coated you cannot be sure of what is under there? I am pretty good at cleaning things up, but would certainly not want to find a rusty/damaged mess.

    So what is everyones opinion/thoughts? Any advise would be appreciated! Anything special going on at IMA, I know they run some every now and then.

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    Check the area where the ram rod butts to the action for cracks (where the 2 little screws hold the plate on, then the top tang of the action on mine has some issues. remove the ram rod and check its location for problems (just getting it out will tell a lot.) Mine had a repaired and then broken again firing pin. Quick fix, but still- Take a bore lite and look for expansion or corrosion just off the chamber. Might bring a cleaning kit and LOTS of solvent for the rifling inspection.

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    Thanks for all the info, greatly appreciated. William would you clarify "ram rod butts to the action for cracks " Are we referring to the stock or the receiver/action itself? If it is the stock is this where the receiver stock and ram rod meet?

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    It doesn't not sound like William is describing a Martini Henry, but a Gahnedra

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    Double D is right. I do have a Gahnedra.. That version had the ram rod stop at the forward part of the action and mine had not been cleared properly so the wood had split there. You should have a ball rummaging thru all these old guns. Let us know how it works out!!

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    Thanks all. Trying to gather as much info to make a good decision!!!! My problem is I cannot stick to one type of weapon collecting, so I have trouble getting all the knowledge needed to know what to buy. Luckly I have all of you!!! Ike

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