 Click thumbnail for a larger image. | Creator(s): Street, C Date: 1897 - Description: A well restored Martini-Henry rifle - MK 111. Calibre A50". A seven groove R.H. twist Henry rifle with a wooden stock and barrel, the trigger mechanism and sights are metal. It was originally owned by the Barrett family of Cape Barren Island and is now displayed in a wood and glass case made especially for it by Glenn Smith. Gun disarmed. Police approved display. Format: realia Object: rifles Material: wood; wood Titles: Martini Henry Rifle Subjects: weapons People/Orgs: Barrett Family Places: Cape Barren Island, Tasmania Institution: Furneaux Historical Research Association Inc. Object number: FHR_00470 Disclaimer The content of this record is provided by Furneaux Historical Research Association Inc.. For any questions about the content please contact them. |
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