H. Kiechner in Homburg v.d. Hohe 1920's Schutzen Martini-Henry 22lr target rifle Flintlock mechanism with S-shaped hammer

Flintlock mechanism with S-shaped hammer (cock) striking flint to ignite priming powder in the pan

Lot # 3349

A replacement nipple has been added to the rifle

Army Air Force

H. Kiechner in Homburg v.d. Hohe 1920's Schutzen Martini-Henry 22lr target rifle Flintlock mechanism with S-shaped hammerThis rifle is a specialized conversion of the classic British Martini Henry single shot falling block action rifle, adapted in Germany during the 1920s for precision target shooting in the Schtzen tradition. These conversions were popular in interwar Europe, particularly in Germany, where strict post WWI arms restrictions under the Treaty of Versailles encouraged the production of low caliber (. 22LR) training and sporting rifles to maintain