British India: Bengal-Punjab Rifle Association (B.P.R.A.). Shooting Competition Badge (Army v. Volunteers, Meerut 1900)

Metal: Silver. With London, England, hallmarks for 1900, together with makers mark

Dimension: 39 x 36mm

Fittings: Complete with integral issue fittings comprising long hinged pin and clasp to reverse as prescribed for wear on the uniform tunic sleeve of volunteers

Weight: Approximately 8g

The annual Bengal-Punjab Rifle Association competition meet, was held in the cold weather season, was the premier 'Rifle Shooting Competition' held in India. Various trophies and medals were competed for, by and amongst 'All Ranks' & 'All Races' of the British Army in India, the Indian Army & the various domiciled Volunteer units. Competition was keen, and winning 'Best Shots' were well rewarded. The 1900 Competition was especially noteworthy as it was during that meeting it was announced that the Indian Army and the Volunteers were to be equipped with the new .303 rifle, to replace the Martini-Henry rifles until then used by the Indian Army and Volunteers

Condition: About GVF

Code: 20627