Mod. 1905 Take Down English Rifle
MANNLICHER-SCHÖNAUER
Rifles
Category : C
Caliber : 9x56 MS
Very interesting Mannlicher-Schönauer mod.1905 rifle, made in 1923 for the English market, modified, equipped and cased by Alexander MARTIN in Glasgow.
This model, chambered for the 9x56MS, is equipped with a 624" barrel sporting a V-shaped rear sight and a B3x scope from Dr. Walter GERARD in Berlin-Charlottenburg fitted on a quick detachable side mount by Alexander MARTIN.
The scope tube bears the mark of the Scottish gunsmith.
This rifle is built in the "take-down" or "detachable stock" form, an ingenious take apart system that preserves the original headspace while reducing the length of the assembly to that of the barreled receiver only.
The beautiful European walnut stock is 14½" long, measured on the original steel reserve butt plate.
The swivels are of the English eyelet type adapted to the hooks of the wide canvas strap in accessory.
It is noted that the Steyr serial number has been hatched and that the British distribution number is stamped above in accordance with the English regulations of the period as well as the barrel marked "Not English Made" and the receiver "FOREIGN".
The 9x56MS cartridge, still produced, delivers the performance of the .358 Winchester. It was developed by the Austrian firm Roth for Österreichischen Waffenfabrik-Gesellschaft Steyr and has the peculiarity of being interchangeable with the 9x57 Mauser round.
This Mannlicher-Schönauer is presented in its original well preserved leather and canvas case with accessories and label.
It weighs 7lbs 1oz and 78lbs 4oz scoped.
The state of conservation of the whole is absolutely remarkable, with a perfect bore and smooth functioning.
This rifle bears our full guarantee.