You can build more Battery Ammo and .303 at the Chem bench. 4 Mk. 0000003043 00000 n P.S.S. Our Price: 9.99: No4 Mk1 sight. History, development, service, specifications, pictures and 3D model. 0000013061 00000 n Magazine is 10 round factory issue, 10+1 rounds . Copyright 2023 National Rifle Association, Women On Target Instructional Shooting Clinics, Volunteer At The Great American Outdoor Show, Marion P. Hammer Women Of Distinction Award, Women's Wildlife Management / Conservation Scholarship, National Youth Shooting Sports Cooperative Program, Exploded View: Short, Magazine Lee-Enfield, Mk III, 'A Grisly Business:' Australias Lee-Enfield Sniper Rifle, Reviving An Enfield: RTIs Imported No. II was a simplified version, eliminating the milling cuts required to create the cruciform blade flutes. I* (T) were the standard WWII sniper rifles for the British and for the Commonwealth, except for Australia. The item on the left has been rebuilt, but features other components marked "SM" for consistency. This is my first personal Enfield and second in my family. (SMLE rifles which became the No1 MkIII and No1 MkIII* in 1926) An Enfield Rifle No4 Mk1*, a No5 Mk1 and the aussie experimental No6 Mk1/1. Helve: "M.H.B." I read that BO would indicate early 1944. $8.69 shipping. 4 mm. Mar 09 Bodnar's Auction Sales. ,DTvb5@ kg:v%A$6%#,6J,q]+9 V ,,mD$\"L3-p0$z2 cC+`i`,pIt jns;Nt=_e9AA r ^G? The M47C is typical, as is the date and TR mark. Genuine early, When the war expedient models were produced (initially with the "L" flip sight, then those selected for conversion to T status had to have the rear sight replaced with a modified micrometer sight (H&H indicated this had been done by stamping the "S" on the front of the right receiver wall ( this happened to most, but not all!) Sheffield Steel Products of Sheffield, Yorkshire. 4Mk. The bolt heads are marked 0, 1, 2, or 3. Similarly Savage rifles that are genuine and completed to a fully scoped "T" are rare and early. Hollands also wrote the serial number of the rifle in pencil on the inside of the barrel channel on wooden fore end sections - just the serial number and not the letters have been observed. These came together as you see them; bayonet and sheath have "4" painted on. The company was established on the bombed out site of the South East London Indoor Sports Club (destroyed in the blitz bombings of 194041), solely to make bayonets. Free shipping on many items | Browse your favorite brands | affordable prices. Socket: "No 4 Mk II" over "S" and "B 75" over "1455". These were provided to Britain under the Lend-Lease Act. (Unofficial motto of the Royal Air Force). Those who live by the sword get shot. 30,000 rod forgings. Nice rifle regardless That was my original though, I know I wont get a 100g% sure answer I'm just looking for most likely. H&B The socket was forged by Viners Ltd. The rifle pictured here is a No. The Indian plant stamped their own serial number into the top of the receiver. Firing mechanism is Enfield pull cocker type, with left side serrated safety lever. Socket: "G (Crown) R" over No 4 Mk I" over "S M", Blade (flute): Broad Arrow over "22" (in electropencil). This lowered costs and allowed manufacture by subcontractors. 0000004885 00000 n II* bayonets were produced, over a million of which were produced by Prince-Smith. Longbranch No. This symbol is similar to the Australian Defence Dept. I will continue to add additional variants as I acquire additional pieces. These were supplied to the British under the Lend-Lease Act. The significance of this mark is not known. 769 0 obj<> endobj Baird Engineering Company of Belfast, Northern Ireland, produced approximately 101,103 bayonets from 19421944. 4 was 44 12" long, weighed 8 lbs., 11 ozs., and had been adopted in 1939 to replace the Short, Magazine Lee-Enfield (SMLE)renamed the No. Auto Engineering produced approx. I scabbard in web belt frogs made for use with the Pattern 1907 bayonet. This example was reworked post-War following the change from Roman to Arabic numbering. According to Skennerton, more than 2 million Mk. Over the years I have received many emails regarding serial numbers. 7B/1005/21/103/1147 Lee-Enfield rifle 303 No.4 Mark 1. The easiest way to identify a "Jungle Carbine" rifle is to look for the markings on the left hand side of the receiver; a genuine No. The prefixes were assigned as follows: A, B, C, D, E, F, G, L, N, O, P, Q, R, S, T ,U, V, W, Y ,Y, Z, AA, AB, AC. 1* is functionally the same as the Mk.1, but various changes were made in the design to make the manufacturing process faster. The markings in the other photos are not mentioned, except the '2' on the bolt head, which is its size (there being several sizes available to get the head space right). As interest in replacing the No. The Lee-Enfield No. AA5081 is the stores catalogue number. be forewarned, Spike Fever is contagious! This example was manufactured post-War for Belgium. The box label indicates that these were packed November 1963, at the 5th Storage Depot. Speculation is that it may be a prototype from a design proposal that was not adopted. The factory was built by working around the clock during 1942 and was provided with capstans, drilling and milling machines, centre lathes, a steel-hardening and processing plant, and a centre-less grinding machine. When the number sequence reached 9999 the next letter assigned to the factory would be substituted in place of the former. On the opposite side of the RFI 1963 stamp,is there a serial number? SPONSORED. BRITISH or CANADIAN WWII ENFIELD SLING or BREN used cond. For the rifles produced in North America, American black walnut was consistently used, with birch used as a substitute when walnut was not available. There were basic diagrams and instructions in the various Sniping training pamphlets, however I wanted to add a little more description and variation (with photos. III was the final, and crudest, form of the No. British No4 rifles were set up with a 5 digit serial number system with 1XXXX being allotted to Maltby, 2XXXX Fazakerley, 3XXXX BSA Shirley. 5 Mk 1, unofficially nicknamed "Jungle Carbine.". It has a tapered steel body with a ball finial. We set ourselves apart by supplying unique parts at a good value and standing by our products by offering outstanding customer service. Sujet: Re: Lee Enfield No4 Mk1 vs Armes modernes en .308 Aujourd'hui 20:28: Pour en possder une, j'ai une tikka T3x tac en 308 , et 600m ft un temps les rsultats taient prometteurs . Although touted as having many advantages over the Pattern 1907, the No. In the British war time contract scheme there were 2 phases of demarcation - early / pre-war marks, and later regionalized contractor codes, For mid 1943 and down you are seeking the early war markings from Singer (SM), after that seek the regional producer code (S69 - for Southern region, 69th contractor). Thank you for the welcome. The left side of the receiver is marked "NO 4 MK 1*". This indicates the length of the bolt head with the larger numbers being the longer bolt heads. i would guess longbranch with savage magazine box and some brit parts thrown in for good measure , it does not seem at all unreasonable for the indian FR and yes the indians did no favors for collectors but there is no question who did the deed. The Lee Enfield by Ian Skennerton (2007) - ISBN: 9780949749826 . "S" for rear sight replaced (at Hollands)- "needs re-sighting", Serial Numbers - other than the receiver wrist and bolt. The Sante Fe in the center was completely polished and blued by them to make a premium scoped sporter - they removed the original serial from the wrist and added their own by stamping through the bluing (original barrel serial is still present) this rifle may have picked up the fabricated safety spring at Santa Fe. II*, with approximately 161,026 reported produced, during 19421943. The last year observed on these sights using the SM mark is 1943 as per the right hand example, then the S69 code is used - again on major components (sight ladder (top left of the face), cursor (left side), elevation screw (top) and elevations screw nut (back). II* bayonets. It is essentially an updated N0. The rifle Savage produced was the Lee-Enfield No.4 Mk.1*, a British military design that was adopted by the U.K. just a few years before World War II began. Some DP markings on non load bearing parts. The frog measures 4.875in. Welcome to the forum. and N74 - sometimes both in the same instance (pus inspection / receiving marks). 1 Mk III or III*, with the original MLE and LEC becoming obsolete along with the earlier SMLE models. Apr 25, 2010 #2 Threeband The M1 Does My Talking (120mm.) Four scabbard designs saw significant use with the No. The example shown is marked M47C for BSA Shirley and is also browned. Socket (right): Two-piece construction gives the No. Thanks to inter-war development, an improved and simplified design was waiting in the wings, and the No. As the war drew to a close the field feedback resulted in a prototype webbing target style sling being trialed (made by MECo). 4 Mk. No4 Mk1 - DP - A safety lesson 2012: A DP marked rifle fired without first being completely dismantled or inspected after purchase by a new owner. 1 Enfield rifle was adopted by the United Kingdom in 1941. These were originated for the No4 rifle design by Singer Machine Co, hence they are often referred to as a "singer sight". Most likely Jordanian from the Arab Legion, but could also have been used by Iraq. Westland of Croyden - an alternative to their "C.E.W. . 0000004628 00000 n startxref During refurbishment the bulk of German markings were scrubbed (although some waffenampts are still present and evidence of markings being removed is clear), further the original . These rifles have not been available in original condition for decades. All Enfield Rifles below are proofed and shoot ready. The period of manufacture is believed to be late-1940s or early-1950s. It carries the scabbard with the frog stud inwards, where belt frogs almost universally carry scabbards frog stud outwards. Advertisements. Unlike other makers of No. 2 mm. It was a further simplification and cut down on both material costs and machine time in its construction, much as the No. 4Mk. 4 bayonet is coated with PX4mineral oil (grease), in a green waxed "primary pack" wrapper. $40.59. The other day I bought a No.4 mk1 Lee Enfield from a gun shop and I need some help identifying it. The bayonet and socket were one solid forging. An example of a viewer's mark "75TZ" is pictured at left. So usually to get the old barrel off I cut a groove relief just forward of the receiver to relieve the pressure. What makes this particular Lee-Enfield No.4 Mk.2 an 'obscure' object of desire: it's in abso-fricking-lutely 100% condition. 1 Mk3 mark III SMLE No4 Mk1 1917 British Parts Lot S at the best online prices at eBay! 4 Mk. The front loop is for the forward hand - I like to use it to press the hand against the fore stock to enhance that firm fore-end grip that Enfield like - this front loop can also be adjusted for length to allow the right tautness from biceps to rifle body when in position. If the * on the receiver ring was on a No.1, it would mean the action had 'pitting or rust'. II* bayonet has Arabic markings on the socket. 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First debuted in November 1895 as the .303 calibre, Rifle, Magazine, Lee-Enfield, the rifle has still found use today in military, sporting and ceremonial roles - over one hundred years since its inception in its original form. It is probably a 2 groove barrel, most Savage No4`s were, but it shoots very well for what it was intended.Robert. 1 Mk. 4 socket bayonets produced. 4 bayonets went to New Zealand. These were the last No. The real loop is similarly for adjusting tautness from the biceps to the butt sling of the rifle when in the firing shoulder "pocket". Genuine early BSA marked T rear sight (reconditioned / polished scale face): When the war expedient models were produced (initially with the "L" flip sight, then those selected for conversion to T status had to have the rear sight replaced with a modified micrometer sight (H&H indicated this had been done by stamping the "S" on the front of the right receiver wall ( this happened to most, but not all!) . Don(B3)RAOC Primary Pack. Certain serial number prefixes were reserved for trial rifles and specific rifle types. Cure Date: 5 Mk I (for example, Savage or 4 Mk. 5,949. Little is known of their manufacture and use. The tab measures 4.75in. These war time sling swivels were made by Hollands and are typically browned steel. 1, Mk III, I Have This Old Gun: British Lee-Enfield No. The Belgians received Lee-Enfield No. 0000004719 00000 n 5 carbines have ONLY four digit serial numbers. Singer continued using a similar markings, as used on the Mk. The rifle's two-piece stock and 10-round magazine are two of its most distinctive features. It is a bolt action repeating rifle with a 10 round box magazine and free floating barrel, and is chambered for the venerable Mk.VII ammunition in .303 caliber. 0000002950 00000 n Since the overall length is 46", it will fit many other rifles. The safety latch style and M47C mark and the SM marked rear sight as as the 1945 examples above. The rifle functions beautifully, I'm just trying to track things down as much as I can. 1 scabbards. Many minor variations in parts are present across the different manufacturers and for the different years that the rifles were produced. Moncton, N.B. It has been consistently observed but no reason or original documentation found to support it. But the persistent zero problem became an annoyance. Mine only have the serial number (single letter, five numbers) on the butt socket. Home Articles Guns & Parts Suppressors Optics & Thermals Ammunition Gear News & Opinion Columns Museums & Factory Tours ID Guides Interviews Event Coverage Articles by Issue Volume 1 V1N1 (Oct 1997) V1N2 (Nov 1997) V1N3 (Dec 1997) V1N4 (Jan 1998) xb```b``^X,{%NIt#@4qz6lR9A!}klL61M?&`8p8feD'J 5'J1i&u K08|uN1+|^ T 5O.8,uM^rJV`[X;%!..@ ;~]m2G%Ey,' XtnxQc9!Lm1_h The rifle was a No. The schools were also populated by inter-bellum target shooters who had already experienced the Parker Hale and other specialist center / front trigger guard screw replacement sling swivels and various format canvas / webbing slings. by Steve Hoog 23 Mar 2012, 13:42, Post Free shipping for many products! Springfield Model 1795 Type IV Musket with State of New York Markings, US$1,600. The stock was made by . I will have to check through Skennerton tonight. The labelling indicates that this No. I bayonet was a throwback. II* bayonets have been observed with an arrow over "D" marking on the front of the socket. 2018 at 7:33am: he! The box label indicates that these were packed July 8, 1957, at the 5th Storage Depot, Moncton, New Brunswick. P.S.K. This one was no different. A drain hole in the finial, allows water to drain. II bayonets during the Korean War. Feb 9, 2020. 210.00. It is essentially an updated N0. 4 Mk 1* (T) rifle in .303 British made by Savage in 1942. Other makers welded the spike to the socket. US$40 (4 bids) UKSkennerton's Arms and Militaria Press. The rod of this example is marked S7, indicating manufacture by subcontractor Auto Engineering Ltd. of Croydon. Danish Lee Enfield No4 Mk1 Green Canvas Sling HTK. 4 Mk. $15.50. 4 Mk 1 was made only in America and Canada and featured an additional simplification omitting two parts and some machining operations that allowed the bolt to be removed from the receiver by aligning the bolt head perfectly with a gap in its guide slot along the side of the receiver. British Lee-Enfield No7 Mk1/L knife bayonet, scabbard and frog M/78 Date 1954. The No. 4Mk. 4 Mk. 4 bayonet scabbards in having an integral web belt frog. Enfield Rifle For Sale. This No. The beechwood furniture is smooth, bright and unblemished. There are almost 2 years of rifle production that did not receive this triangular sling swivel at the factory and would have it added in service - especially prolonged Cold War British service - it is still possible to encounter a rifle that was an early discharge / loss that never received the triangular swivel update. 1944 Enfield No.4 Mk1*(T) Long Branch TP Sniper Rifle Serial # 74L0318 (Converted by Long Branch Arsenal, Ontario, Canada) c/w matching Telescopic, Sighting C No.32, Mk.I(TP) (Trade Pattern) Scope Serial # 4392S (Mfg by Lyman-Alaskan) . Per the contract and description Hollands were to remove the L / "flip" battle sight when present from the sending factory and replace it with one of their provided milled micrometer sights (either Singer Machine or Savage made and marked) - this would leave the rifle needing a new "zero" - a pass through an "Enfield Rest" test. 4 Mk. These codes may be found on various wartime small arms manufactured in Nazi-occupied Europe during WW2. "1951" and broad arrow proofmark, Cover (Inside): "P.S.S. by Steve Hoog 23 Mar 2012, 15:17, Post 4Mk. Based on serial numbers observed, approximately 35,000 No. J'aime Je n'aime pas : Lee Enfield No4 Mk1 vs Armes modernes en .308 : Page 1 sur 1: Sujets similaires. To ensure its the real deal and war period production, what should one look for? While the Winchester made P14s were recognized as designated man / sniper rifles and developed the remainder, included the 1907 leather slings were relegated to storage and second tier supplies / arms / materials. The used value of an ENFIELD 303 NO 4 MK I rifle has fallen ($61.94) dollars over the past 12 months to a price of $563.89 . British infantry rifle Lee -Enfield No.4 Mark 1 of WW2. The No. Where did the replacement Micrometer sights come from? Our Price: 195.00: Gunner Points: 19: Stock Info: Out Of Stock: CR322 LE4 Sling swivel. Henry Repeating Arms recently presented a $25,000 check a nonprofit organization that provides support and programs for the families and co-workers of firefighters killed in the line of duty. "S" inside a square Hollands were contracted to produce enough swivels to retro fit all arms found in service and they were provided as an armourer spare part. My Long Branch No4 Mk1* has the "angled Transition". "S" inside a square. identification lists detailing by illustration, descriptive part name and part number, all parts of the Rifle, .303 Calibre, Lee Enfield, No 4, Mk 1 * and its associated equipment. These were purchased from the USA as supplies in the great war (WW1) along with the Pattern 14 rifle (amongst other materials). PS over K inside a circle (pictured at left) VIEWS. On the right the M47C, date and TR are as they should be - all else is modified, retouched or swapped out There is another marking forward of the breech, but its so small It wont come out well on a photograph, I wouldnt even hazard a guess at what the marking Is as it`s so small and unclear. Lee Enfield #4 MK1 - MARSTAR CANADA. Commercially, in the United States, these rifles have not been widely available for some time, although nice unsporterized examples can still be found. The No. Known Issues: PA 3rd Person broken (Wont fix) Tape clipping. This Mk. "AM/712" indicates procurement via an Air Ministry (RAF) contract. 1 Rifle in 1926that had served with . So a genuine Savage rear sight converted to T format by H&H is possible on an early 1941 converted and war time used rifle and on a late 1945 scopeless rifles and in between when added to BSA rifles that had the L flip sight from the factory - Savage provided a lot of micrometer sights for this purpose. JavaScript is disabled. The Short, Magazine Lee Enfield (SMLE) delivered sterling service from the mud of Flanders to the farthest reaches of the Empire. That looks like an interesting rifle. For those out there that want to get deeper into the serial number issues I would suggest purchasing either Skip Strattons or Ian Skennertons books. The new value of an ENFIELD 303 NO 4 MK I rifle has fallen ($24.62) dollars over the past 12 months to a price of $603.36 . II* socket bayonet was used in Iraq during the Second World War and by the Iraqi Army after the end of British occupation in 1947. The stocks of British manufactured examples are typically a naturally seasoned English walnut that has a moderately dark brown color and has a tight, straight grain. II bayonets from 19421944. 4 Mk. The British No. The Canadian Arsenals trademark was adopted in 1947 and replaced the Long Branch trademark used during the Second World War. 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