Fine Modern & Antique Arms - July 2023 : Sale A0723 Lot 700
A .450 (NO.2 MUSKET) MARTINI-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE SIGNED Wm. CASHMORE, serial no. 505,

Product Details

* A .450 (NO.2 MUSKET) MARTINI-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE SIGNED Wm. CASHMORE, serial no. 505,
circa 1900, with ovoid 29in. barrel signed on the right side 'WM. CASHMORE, MAKER, BIRMINGHAM', machine-engraved sighting plane with blade fore-sight and rear-sight consisting of a ladder with additional standing notch with twin folding leaves, calibre designation near breech, borderline engraved action with panels of fine scrollwork, cocking indicator and thumb safe to right side, figured chequered walnut pistol-grip butt-stock, iron furniture, chequered walnut splinter fore-end with horn tip and fitted with swivels for a sling, strong amount of finish remaining

* Please note this item is subject to 5% VAT on the hammer price (UK Buyers only).

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Estimate £600-900

Sold as an exempt item under Section 58 (2) of the 1968 Firearms Act, to be held as a curiosity or ornament