Question about a Martini rifle,,,

[aarondhgraham]

Can anyone tell me what version/model of rifle was used by the British troops at Rorke's Drift?

Thanks in advance,,,

Aarond

 

[Scorch]

IIRC, Martini-Henry rifles firing the .577/.450 Martini Henry cartridge.

 

[darkgael]

Link

Try this link for more info:
http://www.martinihenry.com/zulu-wars.htm

Pete

 

[aarondhgraham]

Thanks gentlemen,,,

Just the info I was looking for,,,

 

[kilimanjaro]

For Zulu War authenticity, should be dated 1879 and earlier. Officers furnished their own rifles, these were usually undated commericial models, generally Martinis, but some carried sporting rifles. I believe .577/450 caliber was required for any non-issue rifle, though.