The other book he did is very expensive and hard to find, and this covers the history of the pre ww1 guns only. This information combined with the yearly numbers below should help you identify the year and model of your machine. American airguns the bsa goldstar air rifle bsa military pattern air rifle is one of the very rarest members of the large and very collectible line of bsa airguns knibbs, 1986. Rare and custom vintage bsalincoln jeffries airguns pre. Total ratings 8, bsa optics edge pistol scope 27x28mm duplex reticle matte black ps27x28. This last book bsa and lincoln jeffries air rifles normally sells for. Those were days long before a ministry of munitions was thought of, and the situation being. Ive managed to collect some interesting bits and pieces about him on the internet. Given its novelty, and how scopes have gone on to become such an intrinsic part of todays air rifle, i find the history of bsas telescopic sight as fascinating as i do their rifles. Anyway, could somebody please tell me an estimated value on this rifle as the closest i have come is a bsa. If you find raised numbers, these are casting part numbers.
Prior to 1905 all work undertaken by bsa was for uk and foreign government contracts, no commercial work was undertaken. Using a bb gun or pellet air rifle and shooting from a bench rest or supported prone position at 15 feet for bb guns or 33 feet for air rifles, fire five groups three shots per group that can be covered by a quarter. Bsa air rifles new and used bsa air rifles guntrader. Loaded with detail, full of lively characters and an abundant spirit of invention. Using the most modern technologies available in design and development at their headquarters, in birmingham. An exception to this is the early bantams where the frame number is. This newly published book on the birmingham small arms companys bsa. There is some information in his golden century, but nothing much more than passing reference.
It was formed by a group of fourteen gunsmith members of the birmingham small arms trade association specifically to manufacture guns by machinery. The most stand out features of the bsa r10 are its low sitting magazine for improved practicality, an efficient and reliable regulator and a fast and. Bsa are one of the top air rifle producers in the world and have been making guns since 1861. Air riflesa collectors guide hiller airguns collectors guide to air. Please select sort by relevance oldest first lowest price highest price latest near me. Marketed as an introductory rifle for plinking, hunting and firearm training. It would take a book to describe fully the activities of the bsa organization during the last war. When choosing this type of gun, you need to consider a few factors. Company in that year commenced the manufacture of their famous air rifle.
In this video, we show you 3 things weve never seen before. Bsa guns, are extremely proud of their heritage, as so they should be, with a history going back over 150 years as a firearms manufacturer. Founded at a time of national crisis, the birmingham small arms company is an example of how history repeats itself, as it was directly owing to a shortage of munitions at the outbreak of the crimean war i85456 that the company had its inception. Bsas history dates back to 17th century england when king edward iii was overheard lamenting the fact that his troops were being armed with guns from holland. With its roots as a small group of british gunsmiths in the early 1900s, bsa is a worldwide manufacturer and distributor of air rifles known for precision, accuracy and ergonomic design. It was then that an agreement was reached between the english government and a group of wellrespected gunsmiths from birmingham entered into an agreement whereby. The mark 1 was the 1st in the webley service series of air rifles. Webleys beautifully overbuilt, socalled service air rifle model mark ii preferably in a fitted case with three different caliber, quickchange barrels is, along with the tiny webley mark 1 air rifle. Option b air rifle shooting bb or pellet identify the three main parts of an air. Although the company no longer makes military weapons, bsa guns ltd maintains asteady flow of air rifles, hunting rifles and sporting guns to most parts of the world, exporting 557. He starts by carefully removing the stock and triggerguard from the air rifle. Bsa optics produces riflescopes, binoculars, spotting scopes, lasers, red dots and shooting accessories. Located on the front down tube below or in front of the gas tank.
Discuss what points you would consider in selecting an air rifle. Since the publication of bsa and lincoln jeffries air rifles in 1986, further studies of these fascinating air rifles have revealed much new information and more technical details of the various models produced up to and during the first world war. The history of the rifle is also the history of mass production, of american politics, of the legal system, and of war itself. We are pleased to bring you an assortment of bsa air rifles for your shooting needs. This is a bsa air rifle patent 4622 circa 1906, patent taken out by arthur harry butler and frederick george clark, information. The companys considerable amount of arms plant had been maintained out of a sense of duty. The birmingham small arms companys early history from. View all bsa air rifles air guns for sale all over the uk, in areas such as thames valley, south west, west midlands. Yes, there were german models available, but being patriotic, british was best. Browse guntraders huge collection of new and second hand bsa air rifles today. The mark 1 is a small rifle only 34 in length with a 19 rifled barrel.
Bsa air rifles select subcategory sort by featured items newest items bestselling alphabetical. Buy bsa air rifles online at the sportsman gun centre. We have the john knibbs bsa lincoln jeffries book, but nothing substantial for the postwar products. Browse air guns for sale from our community of shooting enthusiasts on the uks. The second is a lienhard swiss luger conversion shooting kit. It was the first rifle to have the ability to fit a telescopic sight, and remains one of the worlds best selling powered weapons with over 2 million sold worldwide. Air rifles buy used and new guns from private sellers. He started shooting with a bsa air rifle but quickly graduated to his father s 12 bore. All have enabled our privileged supply to the british armed forces and global civilian market for nearly 160. Reproduction of the kings signature as it appears in the b. This is the first concise and detailed historical account of the conception, development and production of early 20th century air rifles. History of the bsa industrial group machinemade guns.
The definitive step by step guide to maintenance of your air rifle step 1. Bsa air rifle books by anthony john knibbs our knibbs family. Bsa began in june 1861 in the gun quarter, birmingham, england. Revised and updated in 2012, this enlarged book will be a mine of information to the gun enthusiast, detailing the history of the famous mr george lincoln jeffries and his many inventions that have pioneered modern air rifle shooting. Bsa guns are still made in birmingham, in their original factory and through the dedication and commitment to excellence of their staff they are still a leading manufacturer of top quality air rifles. Alfa co2 air rifle, has all of the original accessories. The first is an early 1900s air rifle made by bsa in england. On most bsas the frame number is located in the following places. Back in 1962, bsa and webley were the dream manufacturers for lads wishing to own a state of the art air rifle. In this instance, the code letter is m for 193233, indicating that the rifle was manufacture, or at least proved, between july 1932 and june 1933. Although it is difficult to ascertain exactly when airguns were first produced in europe, historians now believe the mid1500s was the most likely period for their first appearance. Using a bb gun or pellet air rifle and shooting from a bench rest or supported prone position at 15 feet for bb guns or 33 feet for air rifles, fire five groups three shots per group that can be covered by a. Its roots go back to edwin elliott 1878 1968, who founded his firm e.
This book will educate the reader in the huge variation in boxlock design and quality. Bsa air rifles are suitable for all levels, including beginners, since they are designed with expert craftsmanship and precision at their forefront. This 99 page soft back book is superbly printed and covers all aspects of airgun shooting, choosing accessories, air gun law, methods of camouflage, air gun history and more. The birmingham small arms companys early history from their own. Bsa air rifles are the result of over 150 years of english gunsmithing success coupled with the very latest in precision manufacturing. According to the target used, each shot in the group must meet the following minimum score. A family member of mine has me temporarily storing a bsa. School students shooting bsa military pattern air rifles, where are they now. Postwar rifles such as the bsa model 1215 will not carry this mark. Jonathan breaks a bsa meteor that requires replacement airtight, breech, and shockabsorbing seals step 2. Scoutbook boy scouts rifle shooting merit badge requirements. Lots of collectables, and nostalgic air rifles and pistols can be found here. Adjust sights to center the group on the target and fire five groups five shots per group. Bsa air rifles bsa guns, are extremely proud of their heritage, as so they should be, with a history going back over 150 years as a firearms manufacturer.
The bsa military pattern air rifle is one of the very rarest members of the large and very collectible line of bsa airguns knibbs, 1986. The early history of airgunning is often shrouded in mystery and yet is as intriguing as any chronicle of centuries gone by. The book is illustrated with numerous photographic reproductions and line drawings, and includes a detailed serial number index. Right through the 30s, bsa rifle production had been confined to comparatively small quantities of sporting weapons. A canadian crosman air rifle restricted for uk use. Pictures and text are not of great quality in fact they look like the photocopy books you can get on the streets of china so loses a star but this book is not a. Used airguns are our specialty since we started as a repair center and can rebuild these airguns to shoot like they did when they were new. His father bought it in the 1950s he thinks and definately used it on a safari in africa in 1968.
Frame number is located on the front top frame member either by the front seat stay or by the steering head. Today, bsa guns ltd maintains a steady flow of air rifles, hunting rifles and sporting guns to most parts of the world, exporting 557 of its manufactured products, the company reports. Heritage, experience, craftsmanship and precision engineering. If you dont see the particular air rifle you require we can nearly always source one for you and will always try to match or beat. Buy bsa airguns and accessories at pyramyd air pyramyd air. There are currently 5 airgun smiths working 5 days a week to bring old and used airguns back to life for our customers. The bsa meteor is a break barrel spring powered rifle made in birmingham, uk, by birmingham small arms company bsa and first produced in 1959. We have many models, including the very popular meteor air rifle, which is designed for hunting, plinking and firearm. This year also saw the end of military rifle production, however bsa still continued to make. The boy scouts of america bsa was inspired by and modeled on the boy scout association, established by badenpowell in britain in 1908. Swiss luger conversion kit, bsa air rifle, and ww2 3d. A very useful book for anyone interested in old air guns. With a bsa air rifle, you will find several variations on important areas of operations to ensure the right choice for your skill level and intended. Bsa used a system of letters and numbers for yearly identification of their machines.
Since the publication of bsa and lincoln jeffries air rifles in 1986, further studies of these fascinating air rifles have revealed much new information and more technical details of the various models produced up to. Remington airmaster 77 air rifle with bsa tactical 4x32 scope. The air rifle shop at redbeck shooting supplies offer a wide range of bsa air rifles. When you buy a bsa air rifle, youre getting over 150 years worth of expertise and experience in gun manufacturing. Elliott limited later incorporating the british optical lens company in 1910.