Machine gun

Manufacturer Maxim Nordenfelt Guns & Ammunition Co.

Trademark Maxim

InscriptionsCartridge martini-henry rifle solio case \ Maxim-Nordenfelt guns and ammunitions Co. Ld. \ Maxim’s patent 1892 \ Maxim-Nordenfelt No 1314 London \ Henshaw’s baby 1891

Marks or LabelsCulasse : CARTRIDGE MARTINI-HENRY RIFLE SOLID CASE; carcasse : MAXIM NORDENFELT GUNS AND AMMUNITION Co Ld MAXIM'S PATENT 1892 ; AFFUT : HENSHAW'S BABY

Date 1892

Medium / Technique Metal: steel, brass

DimensionsHeight: 20.2 cm (7 15/16 in.) Barrel: 71.8 cm (28 1/4 in.) Width: 22.8 cm (9 in.) Length: 114 cm (44 7/8 in.) Weight: 26 kg (57.3 lb.)

ClassificationTools & Equipment for Science & Technology - Armaments - Firearms

Origin London, Greater London, England, Europe

Object Number1964.5.1 a-d

DivisionMaterial Culture - Military Objects and Weapons

CollectionStewart

CreditGift of the Victoria Rifles of Canada Museum

Status

Not on view

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