Collectible Firearms and Edged Weapons

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Lee Enfield Rifles

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Model, Price, Number & Pictures

Description & Condition

British SMLE No.1 Mk.III* Military Rifle with Interesting Austrian Gendarmerie Markings

Caliber: . 303 Enfield

Price: $625

Inventory # ler_0153

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DESCRIPTION: British SMLE No.1 Mk.III* military rifle with interesting Austrian Gendarmerie markings stamped on the chamber, "Osterr. Gendarmerie" (around the Austrian Republic Eagle). Austrian Gendarmerie was created in 1950 and consisted of three battalions (one in each occupation zones: American, British and French) and a reconnaissance company. The force used standard British SMLE rifles from 1950 to 1956. In 1956 Austrian Gendarmerie was reorganized into the Austrian Republic Army. The Austrian Gendarmerie marked SMLE rifles are quite scarce as this force had less than five thousand men. The SMLE No.1 Mk.III rifles were produced from the pre-WWI period, throughout the WWII. The rifle was manufactured by Enfield in 1916, as stated on the right side of the buttstock socket. This is a middle of the World War One production rifle manufactured, neither with a single shot cut off, nor with a long range dial sight on the left side of the stock. The rifle accepts the Mark VII HV ammunition, as indicated by markings on the barrel, "HV" (just behind the rear sights). The model designation is stamped below the maker name and a date on the right side of the buttstock socket: "Sht LE III*". The brass regimental ring on the right side of the buttstock is missing. The right side of the buttstock displays an Austrian issue number, "985". Correct for this model brass buttplate with a trap. Matching serial numbers, except for the bolt (the matching serial numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel, rear sights, forestock and nosecap; mismatched number on the bolt; there are no serial numbers visible on the remaining parts of the rifle, which is correct for this model). CONDITION: Low fine. 85% of original blue finish is still remaining on metal. Most of the finish wear is on the magazine, and on the sharp edges of the receiver and trigger guard. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. All the markings and numbers on metal and wood are clearly visible. Stocks show some handling marks and dings. There is an arsenal repair on the right side of the forestock, with a small block of wood nicely replace. There is also a small pressure hairline crack on the right side of the buttstock, just behind the receiver socket. The bore is in excellent condition, with strong and shiny rifling. Very smooth action. No import markings. Interesting SMLE No.1 Mk III* rifle with Austrian Gendarmerie markings! Serial# 88XX.

Scarce New Zealand Lee Enfield Club Pattern Range Rifle with Target Rear Sight

ON HOLD

Caliber: . 303 Enfield

Price: $1175

Inventory # ler_0152

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DESCRIPTION: This was originally MLE Mk1 303 rifle, which was consequently converted to 'Range Rifle', or 'Club Pattern' configuration. The rifle was shortened four inches to comply with the British Commonwealth NRA rules, after the SMLE was adopted in the early 1900s. Similar rifle is pictured in 'The Lee Enfield Story" by Skennerton on page 395. The right side of the butt socket is marked, "Royal Crown, E.R., Sparkbrook, 1902, LE1*". The brass buttplate tang displays, "Broad Arrow". The right side of the butt stock displays a crisp cartouche with markings, "Crown, RM, Sparkbrook, 'Broad Arrow'", model designation markings, "I*" and some other markings. The rifle comes with target rear sight. This type of sight was developed specifically for use with the long Lee Enfield and has its proper mounting plate. The long range volley sights were removed from the rifle (just the rear sight, the front sight is still there), as they were found useless for the Commonwealth NRA range shooting. The barrel displays following markings, "HV SC" (just in front of the handguard). The cocking piece mounted safety. Complete with the receiver dust cover and magazine cut-off. The nosecap without a provision for the cleaning rod (there is no cleaning rod channel is wood). Mismatched serial number on the bolt, as it is usually a case with range rifles. Correct style brass butt plate with a trap. The rifle has an extra sling swivel installed on a Parker Hale target rifle king screw. Overall length of the rifle: 44 inch. Barrel length: 25.25 inch. CONDITION: Fine. 88% of blue finish remaining on metal. Some blue is turning to brown color. The receiver ring shows some tool marks. The stocks are in original finish with some handling marks, light dings and scratches. The bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. Very smooth action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. All the markings and numbers on metal and wood are clearly visible. No import markings. Hard to find example of an early British Commonwealth NRA target rifle. Serial# 48XX. (Ref. "The Lee Enfield Story", by Ian Skennerton, p. 395).

British SMLE No.1 Mk.III Military Rifle

Caliber: . 303 Enfield

Price: $695

Inventory # ler_0151

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DESCRIPTION: British issue SMLE No.1 Mk.III military rifle, as issued during the World War One and World War Two. The SMLE No.1 Mk.III rifles were produced from the pre-WWI period, throughout the WWII. The rifle was manufactured by Ishapore arsenal in 1916, as stated on the right side of the buttstock socket. The rifle was consequently upgraded to accept the Mark VII HV ammunition, as indicated by markings on the barrel, just behind the rear sights. The model designation is stamped below the maker name and a date on the right side of the buttstock socket: "Sht LE III". The rifle was manufactured with a single shot cut off on the right side of the receiver. Correct for this model brass buttplate with a trap. Matching serial numbers on the receiver, barrel, bolt, rear sights and nosecap. There are no serial numbers visible on the remaining parts of the rifle. The lower part of the buttstock displays some fading British arsenal markings. The right side of the buttstock has a brass regimental ring without any markings. CONDITION: Fine. 94% of blue finish is still on metal. Most of the finish wear is on the magazine, as well as on the sharp edges of the trigger guard, receiver and nosecap. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. All the markings and numbers on metal are clearly visible. Solid stocks with some handling marks and light dings. The lower part of the buttstock has an arsenal repair, with a small block of wood nicely replaced. The forestock was probably refurbished long time ago. The rear handguard has a small crack. The bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. Very smooth action. No import markings. Nice example of British military SMLE No.1 Mk III rifle! Serial# 849XX.

British SMLE No.1 Mk.III* Military Rifle

Caliber: . 303 Enfield

Price: $695

Inventory # ler_0150

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DESCRIPTION: British issue SMLE No.1 Mk.III* military rifle, as issued during the World War One and World War Two. The SMLE No.1 Mk.III rifles were produced from the pre-WWI period, throughout the WWII. The rifle was manufactured by Birmingham Small Arms Company in 1915, as stated on the right side of the buttstock socket. The model designation is stamped below the maker name and a date on the right side of the buttstock socket: "Sht LE III*". The rifle is in original condition and was not refurbished by British arsenals. The rifle was manufactured without a single shot cut off on the right side of the receiver. Correct for this model brass buttplate with a trap. Matching serial numbers on the receiver, barrel, bolt, rear sights and nosecap. The fading serial number on the forestock seems to be mismatched. There are no serial numbers visible on the remaining parts of the rifle. The lower part of the buttstock displays some fading British arsenal markings. The right side of the buttstock has a brass regimental ring without any markings. CONDITION: Fine, original condition. 88% of blue finish is still on metal. Most of the finish wear is on the magazine, as well as on the sharp edges of the trigger guard, receiver and nosecap. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. All the markings and numbers on metal are clearly visible. Solid stocks with some handling marks and light dings. The bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. Very smooth action. No import markings. Nice example of British military SMLE No.1 Mk III* rifle! Serial# Y785XX.

British SMLE No.1 Mk.III Military Rifle

Caliber: . 303 Enfield

Price: $425

Inventory # ler_0149

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DESCRIPTION: British issue SMLE No.1 Mk.III military rifle, as issued during the World War Two. The SMLE No.1 Mk.III rifles were produced from the pre-WWI period, throughout the WWII. The rifle was manufactured by Birmingham Small Arms Company in 1938, as stated on the right side of the buttstock socket. The model designation is stamped below the maker name and a date on the right side of the buttstock socket: "Sht LE III". The rifle was refurbished by one of the Commonwealth arsenals. Complete with a single shot cut off on the right side of the receiver. Correct for this model brass buttplate with a trap. Mismatched serial numbers (matching serial numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel and nosecap; the rear sights and bolt display different serial numbers; there are no serial numbers visible on the remaining parts of the rifle). The lower part of the buttstock displays some fading British arsenal markings. CONDITION: Fine, as refurbished by one of the Commonwealth arsenals. 92% of blue finish is still on metal. Most of the finish wear is on the sharp edges of the trigger guard, receiver, nosecap and magazine. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. All the markings and numbers on metal are clearly visible. Solid stocks with some handling marks and light dings. Wood was refurbished long time ago. The regimental disc on the right side of the buttstock is missing. The bore is in fine condition with strong and shiny rifling. Very smooth action. No import markings. Nice example of British military SMLE No.1 Mk III rifle! Serial# L369XX.

Scarce British SMLE Mk.I*** Military Rifle

Caliber: . 303 Enfield

Price: $1475

Inventory # ler_0148

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DESCRIPTION: Very scarce British SMLE Mk.I*** military rifle, as issued during the World War One. This was a predecessor of the more common No.1 Mk.III series produced from pre-WWI throughout WWII. The rifle was manufactured by London Small Arms Company in 1906 as a Mk.I, as stated on the right side of the buttstock socket. The rifle was consequently upgraded to accept the Mark VII HV ammunition, as indicated by markings on the barrel, just behind the rear sights. The model designation is stamped below the maker name and a date on the right side of the buttstock socket: "ShtLE I***". Complete with a single shot cut off and long range dial sight on the left side of the stock. The right side of the buttstock displays a brass regimental ring without any markings. Correct for this model brass buttplate with a trap. The rifle has the original charger guide on the right side of the bolt head. Matching serial numbers on the receiver, barrel, bolt and nosecap. Mismatched serial number on the rear sight (the latter was most likely replaced when the rifle was upgraded to Mark VII HV ammo). There are no numbers visible on the remaining parts. The left side of the buttstock socket displays British arsenal modification markings and dates (please, see pictures). Correct, Mk.I style nosecap. Correct rear sight. The magazine is original and correct for this model. The sling swivel in front of the magazine is missing. CONDITION: Very good+ to fine. 85% of original blue finish is still remaining on metal. The balance is turning to brownish patina. All the internal parts of the rifle are in very good condition, with no visible wear. All the markings and numbers on metal are clearly visible. The bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. Very smooth action. The stocks show usual handling marks, scratches and dings. The buttstock shows an arsenal repair and a crack near the buttplate (please, see pictures). Handguards also have some minor hairline cracks. No import markings. Very hard to find early SMLE Mk.I*** rifle! Serial# CRXX. (Ref. "The Lee Enfield Story", by Ian Skennerton, p. 402).

Very Scarce "New Zealand Pattern" Lee Enfield Carbine Fitted For Patt. 1888 Bayonet

Caliber: . 303 Enfield

Price: $1575

Inventory # ler_0145

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DESCRIPTION: Only 1500 of "New Zealand Pattern" carbines were produced from 1901 to 1903. The New Zealand military issue carbine was approved in 1900, as "Carbine, Magazine, Lee-Enfield, fitted to take 1888 pattern sword bayonet". This carbine was manufactured by Enfield in 1902 and displays "LEC I*" markings on the left side of the butt stock socket. Skennerton believes that these carbines were manufactured from spare parts in storage at Enfield, which explains the markings on the socket. The right side of the butt stock socket displays New Zealand military property markings and "a date of first issue", "NZ, Broad Arrow, 1403 / 1903". British War Department, Royal cipher ("VR") and other markings were applied extensively on stock and metal. The chamber displays a large letter, "E", which indicates .303 Enfield caliber. The letter "E" is over stamped with "DP", which indicates that the carbine should be used for "Drill Purpose" only. Proper short 6 rounds magazine with a chain attachment in the front part of the magazine housing (the chain itself is missing). Proper bolt with flattened and forward swept bolt handle. All matching serial numbers (the same serial numbers on the receiver, bolt and barrel, no numbers on other parts). Complete with a single shot cut off, receiver's dust cover and hand guard. Butt stock has a regimental disc with "Broad Arrow" (please, see pictures). A cartouche is stamped on the right side of the butt stock, with the following markings, "Enfield, RM, Crown, I*". Correct style brass butt plate with a trap. The carbine has no provision for the cleaning rod (correct). Overall length: 40.25 inch. Barrel length: 20.75 inch. CONDITION: Low fine. 85% of blue finish remaining on metal, turning to brownish color in some places. The balance is in white mixed with some light brown patina. Solid stocks with usual handling marks, light dings and scratches. All the British proof marks and cartouche are clearly visible on the stocks. The stocks do not have any cracks. The handguard shows a couple of hairline cracks (please, see pictures). All original configuration. The bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. Very smooth action. No import markings. Very collectible Lee Enfield "New Zealand Pattern" carbine with many interesting markings! Serial# 14XX. (Ref. "The Lee Enfield Story", by Ian Skennerton, p. 390).

New Zealand Issue Lee Enfield Mk.I Military Rifle

Caliber: . 303 Enfield

Price: $1975

Inventory # ler_0140

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DESCRIPTION: Early production British Lee Enfield Mk.I military rifle. The rifle was manufactured by Enfield in 1896 (antique!), as stated on the right side of the buttstock socket. The model designation is stamped below the maker name and a date on the right side of the buttstock socket: "LE I". The rifles of this pattern were used extensively in the Boer Wars, as well as in the World War One. The chamber of the rifle displays Home Guard markings, "HG 8/258" and a large letters "E" (for .303 Enfield caliber). The receiver ring displays armourer's "Sale Mark", "Arrow, S, Arrow, S" ("Serviceable when sold"). The upper part of the butt plate displays New Zealand military property markings, "Broad Arrow, NZ, 11312/1901". The upper part of the butt stock displays a number, "200"and armourer's "Sale Mark", "Arrow, S, Arrow, S" ("Serviceable when sold"). British proofs and War Department markings are present on the receiver and barrel. Complete with a single shot cut off, short handguard and long range dial sight on the left side of the stock. The receiver's dust cover is missing. Correct style brass buttplate with a trap. Correct style bolt with a safety lever. Ramp and leaf rear sight calibrated to 2000 yards. Fixed front sight with no guards. The forestock and nosecap were manufactured with no provision for the cleaning rod (correct). Original 10 round magazine attached to its housing, which is correct for this model. Three sling swivels. Mismatched serial numbers (different numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel, bolt and rear sight; no numbers are stamped on all the remaining parts of the rifle, which is correct for this model). CONDITION: Fine. 72-74% of original blue finish is still remaining on metal. Blue is turning to brownish color in some places. Some scattered light patina on the magazine and trigger guard. Solid stocks with some handling marks, scratches and dings. The handguard has one small hairline crack. The bore is in very good+ condition, with strong rifling, but with darkness in the grooves. Very smooth action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition. All the markings and numbers on metal are clearly visible. No import markings. Nice example of the long Lee Enfield rifle with New Zealand military markings! Serial# 43XX. Antique.

British SMLE No.1 Mk.III Military Rifle with Australian Markings

Caliber: . 303 Enfield

Price: $575

Inventory # ler_0127

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DESCRIPTION: British issue SMLE No.1 Mk.III military rifle, as issued during the World War One and World War Two. The SMLE No.1 Mk.III rifles were produced from the pre-WWI period, throughout the WWII. The rifle was manufactured by Birmingham Small Arms Company in 1908, as stated on the right side of the buttstock socket. The model designation is stamped below the maker name and a date on the right side of the buttstock socket: "Sht LE III". The rifle was probably refurbished by one of the Commonwealth arsenals, as it does not have the long range dial sight on the left side of the stock. Complete with a single shot cut off on the right side of the receiver. Correct for this model brass buttplate with a trap. Matching serial numbers, except for the rear sights (the matching serial numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel, bolt, forestock and nosecap; the rear sights display a different serial number; there are no serial numbers visible on the remaining parts of the rifle, which is correct for this model). The serial number on the forestock is fading but still recognizable. The receiver ring displays Australian Department of Defense property markings, "D, Broad Arrow, D, 6". CONDITION: Fine. 78% of blue finish is still on metal. Most of the finish wear is on the sharp edges of the trigger guard, receiver, nosecap and magazine. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. All the markings and numbers on metal are clearly visible. Solid stocks with usual handling marks, dings and scratches. Most of the dings and scratches are on the buttstock. The bore is in very good condition, with strong rifling. Some darkness in the grooves. Very smooth action. No import markings. Nice example of British military SMLE No.1 Mk III rifle! Serial# U215XX.

Scarce British SMLE Mk.I*** Military Rifle

Caliber: . 303 Enfield

Price: $1375

Inventory # ler_0116

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DESCRIPTION: Very scarce British SMLE Mk.I*** military rifle, as issued during the World War One. This was a predecessor of the more common No.1 Mk.III series produced from pre-WWI throughout WWII. The rifle was manufactured by Enfield in 1907 as a Mk.I, as stated on the right side of the buttstock socket. The rifle was consequently upgraded to accept the Mark VII HV ammunition. The model designation is stamped below the maker name and a date on the right side of the buttstock socket: "ShtLE I***". Complete with a single shot cut off and long range dial sight on the left side of the stock. The right side of the buttstock displays a brass regimental ring without any markings. The lower part of the buttstock displays letters, "H" and "P" and some smaller markings. Correct for this model brass buttplate with a trap (the cleaning rope and the brass oil container are hidden in the buttstock compartment, behind the buttplate). The rifle has the original charger guide on the right side of the bolt head. Matching serial numbers on the receiver, barrel, bolt and nosecap. Mismatched serial number on the rear sight (the latter was most likely replaced when the rifle was upgraded to Mark VII HV ammo). The forestock does not show a serial number. The serial numbers were force matched by the British arsenal. The right side of the receiver ring still shows an old number crossed with a single line. There are no numbers visible on the remaining parts. The receiver ring and the barrel displays letters, "EY" ("Only to fire ball in a case of emergency"). This does not necessary mean that the rifle is unsafe to fire, but rather, that the rifle was declared obsolete by the British army at one time. Correct, Mk.I style nosecap. CONDITION: Very good+ to fine. 78% of original blue finish is still remaining on metal. The balance is turning to brownish patina. All the internal parts of the rifle are in very good condition, with no visible wear. All the markings and numbers on metal are clearly visible. The stocks show usual handling marks, scratches and dings. The buttstock was most likely replaced by the British arsenal at one time, as it is in better shape than the forestock and the handguards. Wood is in original finish. The bore is in very good condition with some darkness in the grooves. Very smooth action. No import markings. Very hard to find early SMLE Mk.I*** rifle! Serial# ER36XX. (Ref. "The Lee Enfield Story", by Ian Skennerton, p. 402).

British Lee Enfield Mk. I Target Rifle with Parker Hale Mk.VII Rear Sight

Caliber: . 303 Enfield

Price: $1175

Inventory # ler_0098

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DESCRIPTION: British Lee Enfield Mk.I target rifle. The rifle comes with sophisticated Parker Hale Mk.VII target rear sights. This sight was developed specifically for use with the long Lee Enfield and has its proper mounting plate. The rifle was manufactured by Sparkbrook in 1897, as stated on the right side of the butt stock socket (antique!). The model designation is stamped below the maker name and a date on the right side of the butt stock socket: "L.E. I.". Complete with a single shot cut off and long range dial sight on the left side of the stock. The right side of the butt stock displays fading cartouche and model designation markings, "I". The chamber displays a large letter "E" and issue markings, "P/N/3". All matching serial numbers. The serial numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel and bolt. There are no numbers stamped on all the remaining parts of the rifle, which is correct for this model. All the serial numbers are original and they were not restamped. Ramp and leaf rear right. Original ten round magazine. Correct style brass butt plate with a trap (the brass cleaning container is still in the buttstock). Correct style bolt with safety lever. The cleaning rod and receiver dust cover are missing (or were purposely removed). Some kind of the stacking hook was inserted into the cleaning rod channel in the nosecap (please, see pictures). The barrel was shortened about an inch, most likely to restore the crown. The handguard was either purposely removed, or was lost. CONDITION: Fine. 95% of original blue finish remaining on metal. Blue is turning to brownish color in some places. Couple of spots of light pitting on the barrel, behind the rear sight (caused by moisture collected under the handguard, which is typical for these rifles). The upper part of the buttstock has a large chip just behind the socket (please, see pictures). The right side of the forestock displays a small crack, caused by the single shot cut off. Some handling marks and minor dings are also present on wood. The bore is in very good condition, with strong rifling. Very smooth action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. No import markings. Interesting long Lee Enfield target rifle! Antique. Serial# 199XX.

Very Scarce "New Zealand Pattern" Lee Enfield Carbine Fitted For Patt. 1888 Bayonet

Caliber: . 303 Enfield

Price: $1375

Inventory # ler_0092

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DESCRIPTION: Only 1500 of "New Zealand Pattern" carbines were produced from 1901 to 1903. The New Zealand military issue carbine was approved in 1900, as "Carbine, Magazine, Lee-Enfield, fitted to take 1888 pattern sword bayonet". This carbine was manufactured by Enfield in 1902 and displays "LEC I*" markings on the left side of the butt stock socket. Skennerton believes that these carbines were manufactured from spare parts in storage at Enfield, which explains the markings on the socket. The right side of the butt stock socket displays New Zealand military property markings and "a date of first issue", "NZ, Broad Arrow, 1080 / 1903". British War Department, Royal cipher ("VR") and other markings were applied extensively on stock and metal. The chamber displays a large letter, "E", which indicates .303 Enfield caliber. The letter "E" is over stamped with "DP", which indicates that the carbine should be used for "Drill Purpose" only. Proper short 6 rounds magazine with a chain attached to the front part of the magazine housing. Proper bolt with flattened and forward swept bolt handle. Matching numbers except for the bolt (the same serial numbers on the receiver and barrel, different number on the bolt, no numbers on other parts). Complete with a single shot cut off, receiver's dust cover and hand guard. Butt stock has a regimental disc with "Broad Arrow" (please, see pictures). A cartouche is stamped on the right side of the butt stock, with the following markings, "Enfield, RM, Crown, I*". Correct style brass butt plate with a trap. The carbine has no provision for the cleaning rod (correct). The butt stock sling swivel is missing. Overall length: 40.25 inch. Barrel length: 20.75 inch. CONDITION: Very good+ to fine. 86% of blue finish remaining on metal, turning to brownish color in some places. The balance is in white mixed with some light brown patina. Solid stocks with usual handling marks, light dings and scratches. All the British proof marks and cartouche are clearly visible on the stocks. The stocks do not have any cracks. The front part of the handguard shows one crack (please, see pictures). All original configuration. The bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. Very smooth action. No import markings. Very collectible Lee Enfield "New Zealand Pattern" carbine with many interesting markings! Serial# 14XX. (Ref. "The Lee Enfield Story", by Ian Skennerton, p. 390).

Scarce New Zealand Lee Enfield Club Pattern Range Rifle

Caliber: . 303 Enfield

Price: $975

Inventory # ler_0071

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DESCRIPTION: This was originally MLE Mk1 303 rifle, which was consequently converted to 'Range Rifle' or 'Club Pattern' configuration. The rifle was shortened four inches to comply with the British Commonwealth NRA rules, after the SMLE was adopted in the early 1900s. Similar rifle is pictured in 'The Lee Enfield Story" by Skennerton on page 395. The right side of the butt socket is marked, "Royal Crown, V.R., BSA & M Co. 1898 LE1*". Both, receiver and buttstock displays New Zealand military property markings, "N, Arrow, Z". Brass buttplate with a trapdoor and armourer's "Sale Mark", "Arrow, S, Arrow" ("Serviceable when sold"). The same mark is also present on the receiver. Heavy pattern BSA manufactured 25 inch long barrel with "Stacked Rifle Logo" stamped on the chamber. The cocking piece mounted safety. The long range volley sights were removed from the rifle (both, front and rear), as they were found useless for the Commonwealth NRA range shooting. Complete with the receiver dust cover and magazine cut-off. The nosecap does not have a provision for the cleaning rod (the cleaning rod channel is still in wood). The rifle is missing the magazine retaining link to trigger guard. Mismatched serial number on the bolt, as it is usually a case with range rifles. Overall length of the rifle: 44.25 inch. CONDITION: Very good+ to fine. 78% of blue finish remaining on metal. Some blue is turning to brown color. The nosecap shows some light surface rust. Solid stocks in original finish with usual handling marks, light dings and scratches. One arsenal repair on the right side of the buttstock, with a block of wood nicely replaced near the socket (please, see pictures). An inch long chip has broken out of the rear volley sight housing (on the left side of the forestock, please see pictures). The handguard has a couple of hairline cracks. The bore is in excellent+ condition with strong and shiny rifling. Very smooth action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. All the markings and numbers on metal and wood are clearly visible. No import markings. Hard to find example of an early British Commonwealth NRA target rifle. Antique. Serial# 45XXJ. (Ref. "The Lee Enfield Story", by Ian Skennerton, p. 395).

Book: ".303 Lee-Metford & Lee Enfield Rifles & Carbines"

By Skennerton

Price: $12

Inventory # aub_0018

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DESCRIPTION: Using Enfield factory inspectorate drawings, the different models of ‘Long Lee’ rifles & carbines with all components are laid bare, making this an invaluable reference. Accessories are also shown. New. In English language. Over 60 illustrations with assembly drawings. Small Arms Identification Series No. 7. 48 pages. Soft cover, 11¾ x 8¼ in., 48 pp, over 60 illust., photos, assembly & pattern drawings, thread-sewn binding & plastic laminated covers, 1997. ISBN 0 949749 25 7. Shipping in the USA: $4.50 for the first book, and $1.50 for each additional book.

Book: ".303 Rifle No.3, Pattern 1914 & Sniping Variants"

By Skennerton

Price: $12

Inventory # aub_0015

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DESCRIPTION: Manufactured in the United States by Winchester, Remington & Eddystone factories, the P’14 is also compared part by part with its US Model 1917 cousin. WW1 & WW2 sniper conversions of the Pattern 1914 rifle are also described. New. In English language. Over 60 illustrations with sniping models & assembly drawings. Small Arms Identification Series No. 10. Soft cover, 11¾ x 8¼ in., 48 pp, over 60 illust., photos, assembly & pattern drawings, durable thread-sewn binding, laminated plastic covers, 1998. ISBN 0 949749 36 2. Shipping in the USA: $4.50 for the first book, and $1.50 for each additional book.

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