Original Nepalese Gahendra Martini .577/.450 First Model Rifle with Bayonet - circa 1890 Royal Air Force The new M1952 didn't begin

The new M1952 didn't begin to arrive in significant numbers until February 1953

A new forage cap introduced in 1895 was similar to the caps worn by firemen and train conductors

Blade condition is great without any serious nicks

A great chance to pickup a very nice example of the United States last single shot rifle with some great regimental markings

Original Nepalese Gahendra Martini .577/.450 First Model Rifle with Bayonet - circa 1890 Royal Air Force The new M1952 didn't beginOriginal Item: Only One Available. Here we have a very nice example of a First Model Gahendra Martini rifle, purchased at a recent private military auction. This is one of many acquired in 2003 from the Palace of Lagan Silekhana, which functioned as the Royal Armory of Nepal. This example was cleaned and restored, however we do not know if this was a an untouched example, or one we restored years ago. It comes complete with the correct socket bayonet.