MARTINI-HENRY MK. IV ‘LONG LEVER’ RIFLE: 577–450 cal; 33 1/8” barrel with f. to g. bore, rifling is sharply defined but some fine pitting in areas; metalwork has been polished & reblued, presents OK, some handling marks overall; rhs of action marked with cypher/ V.R./ ENFIELD/ 1887./ Board of Ordnance stamp/ IV/ I; markings defined but showing wear; lhs has been marked with British BNP CORDITE nitro proofs; mechanically exc., action locks up with strong sears & springs; std. sights with 5 -12 graduations; bayonet lug & sling swivel to rhs of front barrel band; woodwork has been cleaned back but still bearing some handling dings & staining in areas; metal sitting proud of woodwork; retains steel cleaning rod; vg. wo & g. to vg. cond. N/L The first nitro proofed Martini Henry we have come across.