Original British P-1871 Martini-Henry MkII Short Lever Rifle Converted to Carbine In Nepal with MkIII Sword Bayonet - Dated 1875 German Mauser 98k K98 which were aerodynamically shaped to

which were aerodynamically shaped to be stable and could operate in more extreme weather conditions

The pipe is made mostly of wood

The guns have unfortunately lost virtually all of their original plating

The original crescent hanger is still in place

in the process

Original British P-1871 Martini-Henry MkII Short Lever Rifle Converted to Carbine In Nepal with MkIII Sword Bayonet - Dated 1875 German Mauser 98k K98 which were aerodynamically shaped toOriginal Item: Only One Available. The Nepalese cache purchase of 2003 is truly the gift that keeps on giving, even after almost 20 years! The Martini Henry MkII rifle is best known for its use in the Zulu War at the Battle of Rorke's Drift on 22nd January 1879. This battle was the iconic defense of the mission station by a small force of British and colonial troops; which saw a record award of Victoria Crosses and restored the faith of Victorian