BSA sold its ammunition business in 1897 to Birmingham Metal and Munitions Company Limited part of the Nobel-Dynamite Trust, through Kynoch a forerunner of ICI. By moving the safety catch partially forward, the bolt can be released whilst the rifle is still 'safe'. The Birmingham Small Arms Company Limited ( BSA) was a major British industrial combine, a group of businesses manufacturing military and sporting firearms; bicycles; motorcycles; cars; buses and bodies; steel; iron castings; hand, power, and machine tools; coal cleaning and handling plants; sintered metals; and hard chrome process. We use cookies to make your experience better.To comply with the new e-Privacy directive, we need to ask for your consent to set the cookies.Learn more. First advertised by BSA in 1909, the miniature Martini Model No.6 used, in It purported to do the same task as the considerably more expensive option of the Centurion's top rib; however, it can be seen from the images below, that the unit left a great deal to be desired in the resultant sight picture. The order was for 1,200 rifles per week. By 1933 the chequered pattern had been discontinued and the shape changed. In bright sun down range, though, it was no doubt the lesser of two evils! Buck. Holt Thomas was immediately dropped from his new seat on the BSA board and all BSA's new acquisitions were placed in the hands of a liquidator. But, if you need one--I don't know what model it is for. The entire BSA production sold out in 1911, 1912 and 1913.[4]. 100 yards. [49][50] A less expensive range of clubman lightweight machines was introduced from 1936 with the "Cyclo" 3 speed derailleur equipped "Clubman". According to Charles Spencer, BSA was manufacturing the "Delta" bicycle circa 1869. The early model 15 has the pistol grip stock which has necessitated the chamfering of the base of the sight block at the rear. Below is the 1932 advertisement for the Model No.6 rifle, illustrating In 1929 a new range of 3- and 4-wheel cars appeared and production of these continued until 1936. [7] The ensuing financial crisis did not prevent BSA from signing an agreement to purchase control of bicycle component manufacturer, the Eadie Manufacturing Company of Redditch, on 11 February 1907. Model No. target rifle. Most other rear-sights BSA Model 12/15 Martini Target Rifle .22LR (1947-1955 Est.) 10H June 1932 priced at 7-10s-0p. The first BSA produced Sunbeam catalogue was published in 1949[54]. A problem with the No.30 type sight, as integrally fitted to the BSA Mod. Fitted with a heavy Parker Rifled barrel, special woodwork, etc., the "Dewar" would have set you back a significant 15-15s-0p in 1936, rising to 18-0s-0p in 1941 for the standard version. There is a large single extractor claw and a spring-loaded pin to assist in cartridge ejection. grade finishing, to both the wood and metalwork, and fine engraving to the BSA MONARCH DELUXE BOLT ACTION HUNTING RIFLE, REM MAG, SCOPE 2008.065 VNI774 21 INCH " BARREL. In 1953 the BSA Professional Cycling Team was managed by Syd Cozens. In the short term this was to solve the liquidity issue but further diluted the group's capitalisation. It does not store any personal data. Every Day new 3D Models from all over the World. Want to upgrade the stock scope on your Gamo Airgun? Showing 1-12 of 30 results. BSA Cycles Ltd was set up as a subsidiary company in 1919 under Managing Director Charles Hyde to manufacture both bicycles and motorcycles.[4]. Firms Unite, "The Birmingham Small Arms Company A Difficult Trading Year, Important Transactions Effected". aperture rear-sight options. It was formed by a group of fourteen gunsmith members of the Birmingham Small Arms Trade Association specifically to manufacture guns by machinery. We show below three images of a Model 12 rifle so configured; with thanks to Eric and Phil for providing them. BSA bought The Eadie Manufacturing Company of Redditch in 1907 and so began to manufacture the Eadie two speed hub gear and the Eadie coaster brake hub. BSA Meteor. During the course of the conflict BSA produced 1,250,000 LeeEnfield .303 service rifles, 404,383 Sten sub-machine guns, 468,098 Browning machine guns plus spares equivalent to another 100,000, 42,532 Hispano cannon, 32,971 Oerlikon cannon, 59,322 7.9mm Besa machine guns, 3,218 15mm Besa machine guns, 68,882 Boys Anti-tank guns, 126,334 motorcycles, 128,000 military bicycles (over 60,000 of which were folding paratrooper bicycles), 10,000,000 shell fuse cases, 3,485,335 magazines and 750,000 anti-aircraft rockets were supplied to the armed forces.[32]. "The Birmingham Small Arms Company Limited". The company recommenced bicycle manufacture on their own account again in 1908 and these were exhibited at the Stanley Show in 1909. Would that we had an example mis-alignment of the action falling-block, in relation to the breech, along These were custom built by Parker-Hale to customers' own requirements. BSA continued to innovate introducing the 4 Star derailleur gear in 1949[55][56] along with an associated 4-speed 'unit' or cassette hub. By clicking Continue you confirm that you understand and will collect this item from our retail premises. The top of the action has the same profile and dimensions as the long action Remington 700, so all standard scope mounts will fit. ring-aperture tip-over arrangement) fore-sight, whilst the Model 13 and 8 in Pollard, Hugh B. C. and Blair, Claude (eds.). Below: the channel providing the necessary free-floating support for the barrel. action removed. the threading required for the barrel thread locking screw. JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser.For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. The Model 6 rifle is also shown on its' reference page in an earlier, non-split receiver, take-down form. Even the pre-war Centurion had been advertised (see previous rifle advertisement above), by Parker-Hale, with an extra-cost option of having the No.7 sights fitted from new. Introduced in 1986. The last BSA rifle model imported into the United States was the single-shot, bolt-action CFT Target rifle in 7.62x51 mm, but it was dropped in 1987. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other. $899.00. The elevation graduations on the LHS of the rear of the action body are now redundant, and are superseded by another set on the new dovetail at the rear of the sight body. sporting rifles, and German Mauser and other manufacturers' military style a nominal one inch. These were dispersal factories which were in addition to Small Heath and the other BSA factories opened in the two years following the 1940 blitz. and a plain "Dead Centre" 6-hole iris eye-piece. The Birmingham Small Arms Company Limited (BSA) was a major British industrial combine, a group of businesses manufacturing military and sporting firearms; bicycles; motorcycles; cars; buses and bodies; steel; iron castings; hand, power, and machine tools; coal cleaning and handling plants; sintered metals; and hard chrome process. Negotiated shortly before his death during Christmas time 1930. However, there was not the integration of facilities in the BSADaimler case, nor was there a reorganisation of either BSA or Daimler and in view of the earlier criticism contained in the 1909 report of the investigation committee, BSA continued to produce cars of their own using Daimler engines. Below: the original fitment BSA rear-sight ( see No.30 ). Nos. View Model Details Varminter No Photo Available As above, with matte-finished heavy barrel in .222-, .22-250- or .243-caliber. could be removed from the body by simply unscrewing the locking pin which The used value of a BSA rifle has fallen ($134.74) dollars over the past 12 months to a price of . The screws were carefully adjusted to the point where the bulb was only just alight, almost flickering. At the rifle's inception, BSA obviously felt that there was a market for On the outbreak of war the Government requisitioned the 690 machines BSA had in stock as well as placing an order for another 8,000 machines. These machines will be on exhibit at the Cycle and Motor Show on November 21st, after which date we look forward to commencing delivery". This year also saw the end of military rifle production; however, BSA still continued to make sporting guns. The team competed in four further events, 14 September Tour of the Chilterns, 1st "Tiny" Thomas and Team Prize, 21 September Weston-Super-Mare Grand Prix, Team Prize, 28 September Staffordshire Grand Prix, 1st Bob Maitland and Team Prize, 5 October Tour Revenge Race, Dublin, 1st "Tiny" Thomas and Team prize.[40]. BSA Motorcycles were made by BSA Cycles Ltd, under the BSA parent, until 1953 when the motorcycle business was moved into holding BSA Motorcycles Ltd. During the First World War, the company returned to arms manufacture and greatly expanded its operations. At the same time BSA staff were providing lectures and demonstrations on motorcycle riding and maintenance to 250,000 officers and men in all parts of the UK. 10H June 1932 priced at 7-10s-0p. pages 469472. Right: the grooved breeching thread and the locking pin through View . The 1953 line up had changed as Arthur Ilsley replaced Pete Proctor in the team. TI Group, owners of the British Cycle Corporation, bought Raleigh in 1960 thus gaining access to the BSA brand. To accept the terms click the Accept button. The standard BSA rear-sight from the front right, also showing the scrolled under-lever. BSA was also producing tricycles and a licence was obtained in 1885 to manufacture ball bearings. It was estimated that it would only cost 5 each to manufacture: by comparison, the Thompson submachine guns bought after the start of hostilities cost around 50, while SMLE rifles and the later Sten submachine guns cost 7. This rifle was marketed as the Model No.7. READ THIS! During the two World Wars, the company went through some tough times but recovered. Our customer service department is happy to help. Model 28 sporting and TARGET RIFLES BSA produced bicycles for both the police and military and notably a folding bicycle for the British Army during World War I[45][46] and the more well known folding Paratroopers bicycle during World War II. for cleaning and maintenance. rifles have This financial burden deprived Daimler of badly needed cash to fund development, forcing the Daimler company to borrow money from the Midland Bank. Retail price was 130. In 1909 it produced its first commercial hunting and target rifles, based on a MartiniHenry lever action. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other. It will have been noticed by any self-respecting gunsmith that the engineering. Dudley Docker had joined the board in 1906 and was appointed deputy chairman of BSA in 1909. The barrel was fitted with a file-cut top rib and upgraded trigger, the price in 1936 was 9-0s-0p and advertised in 1939 by the S.M.R.C. The manufacturing tolerances are very good, with all parts being interchangeable. The riders also enjoyed success on the individual stages of the race. By clicking continue you confirm you are over 18 years of age. This item can be shipped outside the United Kingdom and can be delivered to you direct. BSA Cycles Ltd was set up in 1919 for the manufacture of both bicycles and motorcycles. I've got 2 of their BDC models and really like both. Please be aware, additional charges may be incurred on the receiving dealer's end. The Model 6, on the left, has had the rear of the action drilled Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features. [36][37] Workers involved in the works Civil Defence were brought in to help search for and clear bodies to get the plant back into production. This is a specialized scope for serious varmint hunters who use the new .17 WSM cartridge. Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors. The following year, marketed under BSA Cycles Ltd, the company sold 150 automobiles and again began producing complete bicycles on its own account. [11], Dudley Docker retired as a BSA director in 1912 and installed Lincoln Chandler on the BSA board as his replacement. There are many variants from the original standards and we would therefore be grateful to anyone. [24], Car production under the BSA name ceased in the 1930s. As well as the Daimler car range, BSA Cycles Ltd re-entered the car market under the BSA name in 1921 with a V-twin engined light car followed by four-cylinder models up to 1926, when the name was temporarily dropped. [3] Their enterprise was rewarded in 1863 with an order for 20,000 Turkish infantry rifles. BSA had previously acquired a commercially available engine in 1905 and fitted it to one of their bicycle frames and discovered at first hand the problems that needed to be overcome. needed to be removed, along with the action, before the rifle could be cleaned. Subsequent modifications to the 15 led to the production of the "Centurion". No refunds for prohibited items will be made. The rifle and bore seem to be in very good condition. with either trigger component being rendered of no further use and in need 2 months ago. Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet. .22 rimfire calibre rifles: the Stevens "Favourite" underlever rifles, and tapped for the BSA No.8 folding sight as fitted to both the Model 8 on 12ozs., of the standard This system is known as GRT or Gas Ram Technology. Some differences can be subtle, some are easy to see. The design has obvious drawbacks; however, needs must when the devil drives. lower in the page. (An image of the original rear-sight will be added shortly). but Alfred J. Parker It has a built in drop compensation reticle for both 20 grain and 25 grain bullets. Due to postal restrictionsthis item can only be delivered within the United Kingdom. Out of Stock. with others, was addressed inventively by W.W. Greener, Alfred The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. BSA went ahead with motorcycle production in 1910, their first model available for the 1911 season. In February 1920 BSA amalgamated[18] with what was the world's largest aircraft manufacturer, Aircraft Manufacturing Company (Airco), Airco's main plant at Hendon had employed between 7,000 and 8,000 people. In 1880 the company was approached to manufacture the "Otto Dicycle". [61] The first wholly BSA motorcycle, the 3+12 H.P. Within days BSA discovered Airco was in a far more serious financial state than George Holt Thomas had revealed. Since BSA was the sole producer of the main aircraft armament, the resulting delays in productions reportedly caused most worries to PM Churchill among all the industrial damage during the Blitz.[35]. diameter at the breech end, virtually the same width as the action, and three-quarters Serial number S63273 which dates this particular rifles manufacture to between 1913 and 1914. of replacement. common with the military orientated Cadet and Model The early model 15 action was fitted with a cocking indicator that worked in a cut-out in the side of the loading platform, and a block on the barrel to take the small flip over B.S.A. I have to say that I can routinely hit targets with a .22 at . jc40 Member Posts: 150 . By the autumn of that year BSA was in some difficulty. If you enter an incorrect shippingaddress,a 2.50 administration feewill apply upon refundto rectify the error. action. BSA, as the only rifle producer in Britain, had to step up to the mark and the workforce voluntarily went onto a seven-day week. As can be seen above, even the Greener This sight was drilled through at the mount base to permit the use of a cleaning OTHER MODEL .243 WIN. April 2004 edited April 2004. BSA produced rifles, Lewis guns, shells, bicycles, motorcycles and, through Daimler, aero engines, aircraft and other vehicles for the war effort as well as machine tools. The beaded foresight was protected by a spring steel shroud. Youll find BSA Optics Rifle Scopes on top of hunting, target shooting and tactical rifles across the nation. That decision was ratified by the shareholders of both companies at separate Extraordinary General Meetings held in the Grand Hotel, Birmingham on 27 February 1907. awkward to disassemble, adjust and reassemble. of Birmingham. Pricewise, the BSA line of optics has rifle scope models that will fit most any budget. If you order within the UK and & do not select a dealers delivery address the barrelWILLbe cut so it can be shipped and will arrive as such. The Model 15 action was also used for several models of the "Dewar" rifle. This had a selected barrel guaranteed to group to 1" at 100 yds. its right and the Model 12 on the far right. Whether this was actually to be the PH No.15 model, or simply the No.7 screwed to the butt above the wrist, is not made clear. In 1913 the BSA group were compelled through pressure from the Midland Bank to make a capital issue of 300,000 preference shares. Phil Hooper takes a look at some of the classic BSA air rifles dating from 1904 to the outbreak of the Second World War. EXCELLENT GI#: 102115175 BSA Model 12/15 Martini Target Rifle in .22LR. Left: the Model No.6; centre-left: the Model No.8; centre-right: Martini style rear tanget leaf as illustrated in the 1909 advertisement shown These continued in production until the company was liquidated in 1986, when the name and air rifle range was bought out and continues to be sold today. The rifle below is such an example, having been fitted with the butt-stock from a Model 12/15, modified with an adjustable butt-plate, mounts for a telescopic sight, and the rather unusual. In 1936, the final version was still offered at the same price. In 1941 BSA was approached to produce a new pedal cycle with a maximum weight allowance of only 22lb especially for airborne use. They were available in a standard weight with a tapered profile or a heavy 'bull barrel'. The Eadie coaster hub made a brief return in 1953 on two BSA bicycle models. [4], The first War Office contract was not agreed until 1868. Illuminated Sights Please DO NOTattempt to have this item delivered abroad, as we will not be able to honour the order. There was still no trigger adjustment possible, at what was then a discounted price of 10-0s-0p. Bicycle production ceased in 1887 as the company concentrated on producing the LeeMetford magazine-loading rifle for the War Office which was re-equipping the British Army with it. These sights permitted easy changing 15s and 2. BSA brand Bicycles are currently manufactured and distributed in India by TI Cycles of India. The rifle was finished in blued steel barrel and action with gloss black paint on the alloy floorplate and trigger guard, the stocks were of wood. In 1913 Daimler employed 5,000 workers to manufacture 1,000 vehicles, an indication that things were not well. Location: Birmingham, England Established in 1861, this firm has produced a wide variety of firearms over the years. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. It was based on a modified Mauser style long action, and available in a variety of calibres and stock styles. The good times were coming to an end and demand for bicycles fell with the end of rationing in 1954. Illuminated Sights Since 1861, BSA have produced many firearms, airguns, and firearm accessories. 1919 "bsa rifle" 3D Models. BSA produced the first Sunbeam bicycle catalogue in 1949 and produced its own '4 Star' derailleur gear with an associated splined cassette hub and 4 sprocket cassette. Airgunspares.com is a live website, all items displayed as "In Stock" are physically available. Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. .. One of the Model 15 rifles, and the Centurion illustrated, carry the modification of the Parker-Hale 15A rear-sight designed to compensate for wear in the original dovetail. DO NOT ORDER UNLESS YOU DO THISor intend to collect in person from our shop. I own a BSA in a .270 calibre.I have no complaints with it, it has always been accurate and is a durable rifle. The anti-glare file-cut strip runs each side of the barrel marks. The Model 15 in particular seems to have undergone more changes than almost any other B.S.A. The first prototype automobile was produced in 1907. Upon checkout, please enter your nominated dealer's details into the delivery address section. the Model No.13; right: the Model No.12. Whether you're searching for the latest pre-charged pneumatic, gas ram or traditional spring air gun BSA have just what you're looking for. There have been many iterations since then, the latest being the Evo which, unlike most of its predecessors is a full power rifle with options up to 18 ft. lbs. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. Motor cycle sales shrank but BSA maintained its relative position. Binoculars Please do not order if you wish for this item to be sent abroad, as we will not be able to do so. A very fine crack is on the tip of . You generally won't be able to reach us on weekends. BSA forever ceased production of their hub gears in 1955. Mfg. Spare Parts, FAQs The Government passed the Emergency Powers (Defence) Act 1939 on 24 August allowing the drafting of defence regulations affecting food, travel, requisitioning of land and supplies, manpower and agricultural production. Postal restrictions prohibit the delivery of this item outside the United Kingdom. We believe there were other variations of rifle and sights and would welcome any further information or copies of literature. Apart from this, BSA-owned Daimler was producing Scout Cars and Daimler Mk I Armoured Cars which had been designed by BSA at Small Heath not Coventry as well as gun turrets, gun parts, tank transmissions, rocket projectiles and other munitions. with fore-end and the butt-stock with action. In all it is believed that a total of 953 Otto machines were made. were re-purposed as competition shooting equipment progressed but many shooters could not afford the newer target rifles. Thus a circuit was completed through the "bedding" screws to the barrel. BSA AIR RIFLE made by . [44] Bicycle manufacture was what led BSA into motorcycles. A further drawback was the lack of a quick release on the B.S.A. The electric-bedding arrangement involved engineering a semi free-floating barrel that was supported near the front of the fore-end. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience. The Lanchester Motor Company held adjoining factory premises at Sparkbrook. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary". Martini rifles were being recycled. Pinkerton, John; Roberts, Derek; Hadland, Tony; and Lawrence, Scotford (2002). These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc. [1] This new machinery brought to Birmingham the principle of the interchangeability of parts. [9], So in 1910 BSA purchased Daimler with BSA shares but Docker who negotiated the arrangements either ignored or failed in his assessment of their consequences for the new combine. If you are sending the old part please make anoteofthis in the Comments sectionof yourorder. BSA no longer makes firearms, the BSA brand being confined to spring and precharged air weapons following acquisition by Gamo. along the lines of the arrangement first employed on the Martini International Mark III rifle. BSA had ceased production of their 3 speed hub gear in 1939 and production appears to have started again by 1945 although with a black finish instead of chromium plating. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. Saint Peters, MO 63376. basic Model 6. The design was later to be classified as the Sturmey-Archer 'Type X', but all BSA hub gear production ceased in 1955[42], Sir Bernard Docker remained chairman of BSA until 1956 when the BSA removed him. The Meteor brand was first introduced in 1959 and was the first air rifle designed to accommodate a telescopic sight. To comply with the new e-Privacy directive, we need to ask for your consent to set the cookies. its continuing longevity. BSA Guns Ltd was also producing .303 Browning machine guns for the Air Ministry (the main aircraft armament at the time) at the rate of 600 guns per week in March 1939 and Browning production was to peak at 16,390 per month by March 1942. [19] The Airco group of companies had turned out a new aircraft every 45 minutes.[20]. 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