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Reginald Skelton\'s rifle
Rifle, a 22 Martini- Action takedown rifle used by Reginald Skelton. Makers W.W. Greener kitted the crew of the expedition with rifles, and this one was used by Skelton.
Black powder proof. Rifles like this one were used to kill animals for food but could also be used by the men in outdoor pursuits such as target practice. Shooting during this period was considered a highly desirable sport and most of the officers engaged in shooting birds.
| Number: | DUNIH 2023.13 |
| Name: | Reginald Skelton\'s rifle |
| Date: | Not Specified |
| Location: | In Store |
