Martini Henry MkIII rifle manufactured in 1879, subseqently converted to a .303 Martini Enfield Carbine in 1894, by the replacement of the barrel. Probably subsequently used for drill purposes by cadets hence 'Not for Ball' stamp on breech Bayonet fitting changed to accept Lee Metford 1888 Knife Bayonet.
Marks and Stamps: (top of Breech) NOT FOR BALL (L side of receiver) Crown V.R. Enfield 1894 M.M. 303 A. C. III (R side of receiver) Crown V.R. ENFIELD 1879 III 1. (R side of butt) Enfield stamp III 1. (Butt disc) 1485 27| Accession Number: 31 | Period of Use: 1879/94 - 1900s |
| Type: Black powder rifle | War Zones: Boer War |
| Country of Origin: UK | Type Date: 1889 |
| Manufacturer: Royal Small Arms Factory Enfield | Serial Number: 6060 |
| Manufacture Date: 1879/1894 | Calibre/Ammunition: 0.303" |
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| Cyclic Rate: Single shot | Length Barrel: |
| Deactivation Certificate Number: CG 17851 |