Indian Martini-Henry

searcher5 · September 26, 2005 17:13

This is what appears to me to be an Enfield Martini Henry MK1 Calvary Carbine. It has the Pattern 1853 Socket Bayonet. This rifle has what appears to be copper or brass tacks decorating the stock. It has several small square nails driven in places around the stock to tighten it up. These appear to be more the size of horseshoe nails, instead of carpentry nails. This rifle was found wrapped in oilcloth and buried south of Dodge City. The oilcloth was pretty much rotted away. There really are no markings left, but you can barely make out the word Enfield and the crown insignia on the right side. The rifle is rusted all over, but it has not rusted to the point of rotting and flaking. The action is loose, and I think could be made to open with a little care, but why? The bore is very rusty, but is not clogged. This is obviously just a wall hanger, but with what appears to be Indian Decorations, and the manner that it was found in, has me stumped as to a value. I would appreciate you thoughts, comments and opinions of value and collectability. Thanks a lot in advance, Dan

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