Martini Enfield fake or authentic

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There is a local auction that listed a Martini Enfield with the following description:

"Antique single shot lever action carbine dated 1875. Possibly an arsenal conversion from .450/577 to, or made originally in, .303 British. 25” barrel. Original sights. Fair bore with strong rifling. Steel cleaning rod. Excellent action. One screw missing in front of the trigger guard. Worn mostly gray/brown metal shows dings and file marks. Good hand guard and forearm have dings and cracks. Original swivels. Very good straight grip stock has a unit number and the original metal butt plate."

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I was excited when I first saw it but then realized this could be a Khyber Pass rifle. The barrel length, lack of .303 conversion stamps, and filing marks makes me cringe. Unfortunately I'll have to wait a while before I can see it in person to confirm this. In the mean time it would be greatly appreciated if anyone who has any knowledge of Martini Enfields could give their opinion. Thanks!

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