Any Martini Henry fans here?

[markids77]

I recently found an old home gunsmithing book from 1970 which mentions a company called Service Armament importing new production 65000 PSI proofed BSA Martini actions. My researches on Service Armament find they did not last long... I was looking to build a .357 mag single shot and I wonder if anyone here has heard of the company, or the modern Martini?

[SQUIRMIN VERMIN 84]

I remember seeing Martini action carbines in Big 5 back in the 60's for $39.
Seemed too much at the time.... one of my many regrets was not grabbing one
or more! Slick little actions!

[04 commemorative]

Grey Goose a little dirty with 3 olives straight up please

[DJ_Critterus]

Originally Posted by markids77

I recently found an old home gunsmithing book from 1970 which mentions a company called Service Armament importing new production 65000 PSI proofed BSA Martini actions. My researches on Service Armament find they did not last long... I was looking to build a .357 mag single shot and I wonder if anyone here has heard of the company, or the modern Martini?

This style rifle was known for the cartridge getting jammed. Custer's soldiers were slaughtered in part due to this flaw.

[GTOguy]

Yep. Not optimal, IMO. I have an 1885 Hi Wall in .45-.90, and like the sleekness of the Winchester Hi and Lo wall actions. The Remington Rolling block is super strong and a good base as well.

[Ronins2ndCuzzin]

Useless for anything other than wall art.

[Red Baron]

I remember seeing Martini in One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest, but other than that I'm afraid not.