BSA International Mk II .22LR Martini Single Shot Target Rifle C&R 1953-59
SOLD FOR: $1,280.00
LSB#: WY241004TR011.1
Make: Birmingham Small Arms
Model: Martini – International MK II
Serial Number: UE1335
Year of Manufacture: 1953-1959
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Action Type: Single Shot, Martini Action – Lever Actuated Pivoting Block
Markings: The right of the receiver is marked “B.S.A. MARTINI – INTERNATIONAL Mk II”, the left is marked “MADE IN ENGLAND”. The right shoulder of the chamber ring, the top of the breech-block on the right and the right of the barrel have a series of British proofs. The top of the barrel is marked “B.S.A. GUNS LTD ENGLAND CARTRIDGE – 22 LR” and with a stacked rifles trademark, the right is also marked with the serial number. The front of the trigger guard is marked “T”. The left of the the trigger assembly is marked with the serial number and the left of the breech-block “1335”.
Barrel Length: 29” Heavy Barrel
Sights / Optics: The top of the barrel, top of the receiver, and left of the receiver have a series of mounts for sights and/or optics.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two-piece smooth walnut. The forend has a inset mount with five drilled and tapped holes with a hand stop at the end. The buttstock has a contoured pistol grip, roll-over cheekpiece comb and serrated black rubber buttpad with BSA stacked rifles trademark. The stocks have scattered light nicks, scuffs and scratches. There are scratches and compression marks through out. There are no chips or cracks. The accessory rail shows wear from what was likely a previously installed accessories. The LOP measures 13 3/4? from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad. The pad has moderate wear Overall, the stocks are in about Very Good condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright, the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In the opinion of the writer the bore rates 9/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 95% of its metal finish. The finish is generally strong throughout with edge-thinning, some scattered minor marks and Rust freckling throughout the receiver and barrel. The screw heads are mostly sharp with some showing tool marking. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle is in Very Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The trigger can be adjusted by means of two screws that are accessible through the front of the trigger guard. We have not fired this rifle.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None
Our Assessment: This is an excellent small bore target rifle, made by the famous Birmingham Small Arms company between 1953 and 1959. The Martini action had been used by BSA to create world-renowned small bore rifles for some time. It has a longer receiver, distinctive of the MK II, and the breech-block assembly is removed quickly and easily for maintenance and cleaning. This example is in Very Good condition with wear in the stocks consistent with storage and trips to the range and showing scattered light wear in the metal surfaces. The bore is still great and the action locks up tight. The rifle comes equipped with a variety of mounts which should accept just about any sights or optics you would want to mount. This great rifle has a lifetime of target shooting left in it. Please see our photos and good luck!-C.M.
