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steve b. 05-19-2011 02:48 PM

BSA Martini - Hornet?
 
In my research on a falling block action, I have a few questions:

Is a BSA Martini considered a true falling block?

Does this action lend itself to good accuracy in a .22 Hornet?

Thanks!

Chuck Miller 05-19-2011 03:51 PM

martini hornet
 
I own several Martini's in Hornet, K Hornet, and Hornet based wildcats and....I can't believe I'm saying this....No. Can you build an accurate Martini Hornet, sure, mine are. But, "Does this action lend itself to good accuracy in a .22 Hornet?". The combination of average to poor trigger, typical accuracy issues with any 3pc falling block(Ruger No1, Hi and low wall's, M97's) and just plain design limitations make it a marginal pick if accuracy is your goal. I would say all of my centerfire Martini's with custom handloads will shoot sub MOA at a 100yd range. Will I pick a fight with a well heeled bolt gun, no way....unless a buddy of mine is shooting it:), I'd take him on with a slingshot:D Not sure what a "true falling block" is, the Martini has a breechblock that has to be dropped to load and raised to fire.

steve b. 05-20-2011 04:11 AM

Hmmmmm,

I shall mull it over.

Cajun Blake 05-20-2011 05:49 AM

Steve,

Chuck knows his chit when it comes to Martini rifles

knowing you're addicted to accuracy like myself and many others here, you'll likely be disappointed trying to chase tiny groups

Pahoghunter 05-20-2011 10:31 AM

Martini
 
I've wanted a Martini for the last 30 years and just never got one, several weeks ago a guy at out club had one, it was a 22 lr target rifle. I complimented him on what a beautiful rifle it was. He wouldn't let me alone until I shot it, I couldn't believe how hard the trigger pull was, I just can't believe that trigger on a target rifle?

RAdkins 05-20-2011 01:11 PM

Steve: The Martini is not a true falling block action, as the block does not withdraw downward through the receiver. The Martini block does not withdraw down through the action but pivots at the rear and only the front tips down enough to allow a round to be chambered, hence a tipping block action.

kenbro 05-20-2011 01:25 PM

Phh,
It's along time since i was a lad and used one at a local club, from memory (vague with age) they had adjustable triggers but came from the BSA factory set somewhere around 3 lb pull.
As you say, unbelievable on a target rifle.
Ken.

Chuck Miller 05-20-2011 04:54 PM

Martini triggers
 
If you have one of the Mk1-Mk4's or International target rifles then you have a trigger that is as good or better than most and can go down into ounces. Most Martini's you'll see at the range are 12, 12-15's and 15's, basically heavy barreled target rifles with peep sights and a heavy trigger.

ab_bentley 05-20-2011 05:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cajun Blake (Post 105166)
Chuck knows his chit when it comes to Martini rifles

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n. 1. A statement of an amount owed for food and drink; a check.
2. A short letter; a note.
3. A Brownie point: earned vital chits with his party by making fundraising speeches.

Sorry I had to. ADam

steve b. 05-20-2011 06:24 PM

Guess I will just have to save up for a Miller.

thanks again guys!

s.


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