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Old December 17, 2009, 03:16 PM   #1
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Question about a Martini rifle,,,

Can anyone tell me what version/model of rifle was used by the British troops at Rorke's Drift?

Thanks in advance,,,

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Old December 17, 2009, 03:29 PM   #2
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IIRC, Martini-Henry rifles firing the .577/.450 Martini Henry cartridge.
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Old December 17, 2009, 04:54 PM   #3
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Try this link for more info:
http://www.martinihenry.com/zulu-wars.htm

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Old December 17, 2009, 05:43 PM   #4
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Thanks gentlemen,,,

Just the info I was looking for,,,
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Old January 4, 2010, 11:47 PM   #5
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For Zulu War authenticity, should be dated 1879 and earlier. Officers furnished their own rifles, these were usually undated commericial models, generally Martinis, but some carried sporting rifles. I believe .577/450 caliber was required for any non-issue rifle, though.
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