4 bayonets. Baird marked their bayonets two different ways: Some No. Israeli domestic made scope brackets are unique. Interesting feedback, here are all other markings that I can find. PS over K inside a circle (pictured at left) Free shipping for many products! These were originated for the No4 rifle design by Singer Machine Co, hence they are often referred to as a "singer sight". British infantry rifle Lee -Enfield No.4 Mark 1 of WW2. 4 Mk1 (T) sniper . Scabbard (frog stud): "Bg" over Crown-JF proofmark. Commercially, in the United States, these rifles have not been widely available for some time, although nice unsporterized examples can still be found. Guns, Parts and Accessories Quick Shopper, WTS/WTB/WTT (Want to Sell, Buy or Trade) Forum, Appraisals, Fakery, Dispute Resolution & Mediation Forum. One of the recent Pakistani surplus releases featured a range of No4T and their replacement parts - now circulating in European, Australian and USA markets. The following illustrates the four bayonet and scabbard types that were mass produced; and some unusual variants that I have acquired. The item on the left has been rebuilt, but features other components marked "SM" for consistency. A specific chapter in the new 'Lee-Enfield Rifles' update of the 1992 'Lee-Enfield Story' is devoted to Serial Numbers. Your serial No. Two-piece construction gives the No. This is not to say that Enfield serial numbers provide no information or that they are not an interesting subject. The 2ndNZEF fought in the North African and European Theatres as part of the British 8th Army. not 8.8 Barrel length is 25 1/4 inches, not 25 2 inches II*, with approximately 84,566 reported produced from 19431945. Method III Inspection marks on the receiver ring. A quantity of No. 1* is functionally the same as the Mk.1, but various changes were made in the design to make the manufacturing process faster. So if you have a genuine Maltby T - it was converted in 1941 and a little into 1942 at H&H while stocks lasted - typically Maltby "Ts" are nearly always 1941 dated - a 1942 example that is genuine has yet to be documented. Lee Enfield No4 Mk1 T Sniper Rifle (reproduction). The Original Condition rifles are in good turn in condition. So usually to get the old barrel off I cut a groove relief just forward of the receiver to relieve the pressure. by verdenpark 23 Mar 2012, 07:54, Post Mid Band - This fabricated example is marked for S126 (C.E. These later T's often went into stock as "Scopeless" - a rifle in a transit chest as a spare part - awaiting a need and the addition of a scope and bracket - plus all the other CES. They did not add the serial number of the rifle to the second butt stock edge, nor the S51 mark to the wrist - this Hollands work is not recognized as required for continued service in those parts. Something that looks like 12C456 or 12L345. by The_Enigma 30 Mar 2012, 09:13, Return to The United Kingdom & its Empire and Commonwealth 1919-45, Discussions on all aspects of the The United Kingdom & its Empire and Commonwealth during the Inter-War era and Second World War. 1, Mk III, I Have This Old Gun: British Lee-Enfield No. On the right the "England" stamp was a required format for origin to be imported into the US after @1965 and is clearly stamped through all of the finish layers. The bayonet and socket were one solid forging. They would apply this mark to th butt heel - running along the axis of the rifle - red with the muzzle on the left. I will continue to add additional variants as I acquire additional pieces. 4 mm. 4 spike bayonet. Specs: Savage Enfield No.4 MK1* Barrel Length: 25" Overall Length: 44.5" Caliber: .303 British Weight: 9lbs Capacity: 10 rounds Price: $600 to $1200 Ratings (out of five stars): Reliability: * * * * * It wasn't made by the French. This article, "Exploded View: Lee-Enfield No. We specialize in all military surplus weapons from AK-47s, AR-15s, Mausers, CETME, Enfields, UZIs, and much more! 4Mk. The Belgians received Lee-Enfield No. 1* is functionally the same as the Mk.1, but various changes were made in the design to make the manufacturing process faster. But it also has a the LB and a Canadian broad arrow so I'm just a little confused thanks for any help. II made at LongBranch in Canada. The rifle was a No. Mine only have the serial number (single letter, five numbers) on the butt socket. 4 Mk. Go to. III (substitute) scabbard with parallel sides and oval frog stud. Markings on Lee Enfield rifles No4 serial numbers too. Once the initial range of numbers was maxed out a letter prefix was added and the numbering began again. Truth be known about Enfield serial numbers is simply, the serial number was used more for production counting than any other reason. Forging subcontractor marks tend to be very deeply struck. Early blued steel mouthpiece marked: "No. The Indians did us no favors scrubbing & remarking as they did. These were supplied to the British under the Lend-Lease Act. by Steve Hoog 22 Mar 2012, 20:21, Post A redesign of the Lee-Metford (adopted by the British Army in 1888), the Lee-Enfield superseded the earlier . II* socket bayonet was used in Iraq during the Second World War and by the Iraqi Army after the end of British occupation in 1947. 2. Qty 1 According to Jordanian collector/ researcher Ahmad Hatamleh, Jordan and Iraq were the two countries in the Levant where the British helped establish their national armies. HWn7WpW)|s,iY&(T{+S{ycI( xxu_X')r_%m%ae[ov!n{wKrI|%Rs*5Pg" crR&%Nu2KC G?8~3TZ,GrpOMl">Ep%PT>|`(8-8i,&v#b7R U,i~D H2MV~p}-6eY3@K_wlqwC0TWv jwv~=4=?9K2/.$gc|dr_1Ti)wbz|y!A|Q6%w%j6gcB/GccvuY L>WpRQw- %zSZ9TbTdkuI?p`!_Uo_ M]TTy0& ~al2{|A2,`W&rf2-F^KN.w2A2bD F[0Iu&hSXYdOD9(=JshJa@. The Lee-Enfield bolt-action, magazine-fed, repeating rifle was the main firearm used by the military forces of the British Empire and Commonwealth during the first half of the 19th century. The maker is unknown, but is believed to be Belgian. No4 Mk2 - 1955. The No. This is my first personal Enfield and second in my family. The metal components of the early examples were oil blackened, making a durable dull black finish. 1 Mk. The little safety spring has a Long Branch stamp,the front sight protector was made by the Singer Sewing Machine Co.,the magazine follower was made by Savage. 4 Mk. I was recently asked to demo how to attach the web sling and its cousin the 1907 leather sling to an No4T for use in the field or range. Prior to their creation a variety of WWI sniper rifles were in use. Date Packed: 7/8/57 $6.50 + $5.05 shipping. 4 Mk. On the opposite side of the RFI 1963 stamp,is there a serial number? The leather is quite thin, suggesting that this might have been done for civilian (e.g., police) use, rather than military use. by gruff27 23 Mar 2012, 11:37, Post This is one of the most frequently (attempted) reproduced / forged marks of all the No4T marks. 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. I believe the number " 1 xxxx" means it was manufactured at Maltby. An increasing consensus is that this simply may be a viewer's mark, as this mark seems only to be found on Baird No. The first photo below is of a Hollands installed cheek piece on a 1944 scopeless rifle - its position, form and fit is per the as-new standard. Gun Parts, Enfield Model 1917 or Others, Iron . 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Lee Enfield No4 Mk1 Serial Numbers. No5 rifles (Jungle Carbines) serial numbers consisted of a sequential 4 digit number starting with 0001 running through to 9999, the numbers were preceded by a letter prefix. You must log in or register to reply here. After collating needs and the shooting thoughts of the time, a triangular sling swivel was designed to replace the front trigger guard screw on all No4Ts built after November 1944. 4 Mk. I've looked all over the internet and I can't find any info. The Lee-Enfield series of rifles is one of the most successful bolt-action rifles of all time. The front curved shape of the cheek piece was prone to splitting so finger inserts and repairs are often seen hear to keep the rifle working. Quantity: 2 ea. %%EOF %PDF-1.4 % I* (T) were the standard WWII sniper rifles for the British and for the Commonwealth, except for Australia. Where did the replacement Micrometer sights come from? 4 spike bayonet. (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. BSA experienced a third level of maker coding change - each of its factories were given an "A,B,C" location definition. "1951" and broad arrow proofmark, Cover (Inside): "P.S.S. I, with the bayonet and socket one solid forging. The No. This Mk. I'll shoot some pictures of mine this weekend if you want. 4Mk. Advertisements. From 1943 onwards, Singer bayonets bore their dispersal code, N67. 4 bayonets went to New Zealand. 4 Mk. This mod adds an Lee Enfield No.4 Mk.1 alongside a small quest. 210.00. 2 mm. The bayonet exhibits better finishing than most British No. The bolt heads are marked 0, 1, 2, or 3. 4 Mk. One influence in the selection of Singer was that Scotland was felt to be safer from German bombers than England. Manufacturers will be noted either on the left side of the receiver or on the left side buttsocket. The longer bolt heads are worth significantly more than the shorter ones and are considerably harder to find. But the persistent zero problem became an annoyance. (pictured at left) by Steve Hoog 23 Mar 2012, 15:17, Post Canadian Arsenals produced a run of approximately 5,000 No. I have encountered some post-war (commercial?) Here are 2 genuine early Singer produced sights - the SM 41 example was more correct to apply to my 1941 MalTby: Note the all blackened finish - dark and matt - typical of war time efforts at H&H. BI-1005-99-961-7794 1 Rifle in 1926that had served with . VNS mark represents "Viners Ltd. Sheffield, England" a subcontractor of Enfield parts. Canadian Arsenals trademark was adopted in 1947, Spirit of the Pike - British Socket Bayonets of the 20th Century, British No. In practice and service, the size, position and shape of the cheekpiece was altered to suite the needs of the snipe that the rifle was designated for - these are an interesting study within themselves. There must have been a lot of them to survive 2 world wars and all the action and attrition they were exposed to. The No. 4Mk. The world famous Lee Enfield in one of it's most popular incarnations, the Lee Enfield No.4 Rifle is one of our best sellers. No. This is stamped on the band: 1943 A L 1 1385 Also on the rear barrel band it is stamped VNS with a little crown underneath of it and there is an I stamped on the front sight guard. 4 Mk. The serial would be correct for early 1944 if it started with a "3" - was the "1" added somewhere else? In 1943, Prince-Smith was assigned the dispersal code N56. Bayonet 0000002083 00000 n Westland of Croyden - an alternative to their "C.E.W. Recent research by Graham Priest determined that "TRM.1", "TRM.2", and "TRM 3" identify the Tinsley Rolling Mills Co. Ltd. of Sheffield. You can build more Battery Ammo and .303 at the Chem bench. The following maker marks are pictured at left: This scabbard is pictured on page 133 of Graham Priests book, Spirit of the Pike - British Socket Bayonets of the 20th Century. According to the author, the example in my collection is still the only brass-throated scabbard reported. not at all lol, from the markings I can find and other details would you guys say it's a long branch with a savage magazine? Speculation is that it may be a prototype from a design proposal that was not adopted. broad arrow proofmark 1943" over "CAT. Baird Engineering Company of Belfast, Northern Ireland, produced approximately 101,103 bayonets from 19421944. Our Price: 9.99: No4 Mk1 sight. The U.S.M5 scabbard was made by Beckwith Manufacturing Co. of Dover, New Hampshire. 4Mk. This suggests production by a private contractor that was paid according to the number of pieces accepted. examples with "E", "F" and "S" marks in a bright blued finish (often with a triangle that is a little too tight for the leather 1907 sling). There are fewer finer rifles that are a pleasure to own, enjoy and shoot than the peacetime made Lee Enfield No4 Mk2. Rear micrometer sight. Little is known about these British No. Anyone got a pic of that area on a Long Branch? Along with this will be the model designation, and below this, the serial number. II*, all in the UK: Prince-Smith & Stells, Howard & Bullough, Lewisham Engineering, and the Baird Manufacturing Co. 1.4million No. 4 bayonet was repacked in September 1986 at Building 3 of the Royal Army Ordnance Corps' Central Ordnance Depot, Donnington. The markings were different for the different manufacturers and time periods, but they are all well documented in various books. Singer produced 1,141,782 No. Date of Manuf: The Parker HAle PH215 series triangular sling swivel is "High Tower" and will have the triangle clear the trigger housing loop to spin 360 degrees - these are also typically bright blued or blacked. 4 Mk. The factory site was razed to accommodate (apartment) flats in the mid-1980s. 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. Also, the Tape Hunt makes a return. The Lee Enfield by Ian Skennerton (2007) - ISBN: 9780949749826 . II became No. He does mention the stylised 'M' is rare compared to the other factory markings encountered. Cheek Piece and Screws - The birch / beech / walnut cheek piece design and material specification were first developed for the No3T - the scoped Pattern '14 rifles. The new rifle was well regarded by the troops receiving them. Prior to obtaining independence in 1946, Jordan was a British Protectorate, known as Transjordan. This example bears the Canadian Government acceptance mark, indicating use by Canadian Forces. In the future, with a bit of luck, i should be a position to purchase an active Lee Enfield No 4. The No. The latter will have an engraving on the flat side of the receiver which will read something like (taking one of my rifles as an example), F(FTR)49. "S" inside a square ROF (F)- Royal Ordinance Factory, Fazakerley, UK, FY- Royal Ordinance Factory,Fazakerley, UK, (F)-Royal Ordinance Factory,Fazakerley, UK, UF-Royal Ordinance Factory,Fazakerley, UK, Long Branch- Small Arms Ltd., Long Branch, Ontario, Canada, P.O.F.- Pakistan Ordnance Factory, Wah, Pakistan. Post 2 mm. 0000000016 00000 n III was declared obsolete in 1946. According to Graham Priest, on a rough scale of observations, he indicated that you see 100P.S.& S.Ltd for every circle mark; 150P.S.K for every circle mark, and 500N56 or unmarked for every circle mark. The example shown is marked M47C for BSA Shirley and is also browned. Canadian Arsenals marked their bayonets with an "A" nested inside a "C". Other makers welded the spike to the socket. 2 bids. I and some Prince-Smith examples exhibiting rough tool marks. Here is a simple shadow board depicting the 4 most common Enfields. They have a high standard of fit and finish, feel solid and robust and are a joy at the rifle range, where, due to a magic thing near exclusive to Enfields called Positive Compensation, 1000 yard accuracy can . This CFTO is for identification purposes only and is not an authority to procure parts. Those who live by the sword get shot. So I would say the "S" mark can be used for verification of a real rifle but it is not the main course of study. Savage was the only other maker to follow Singer's pattern of marking the spring plunger. BSA from 1943 to 1945 was receiving fore wood and buttstock sets from Sykes Limited in walnut - these were marked S.L. Our Price: 295.00: Gunner Points: 29: Stock Info: 1 In Stock: Parker Hale 8/53 Lee Enfield No4 rear sight (PH1) . Many Baird examples have a crowned IG mark on the socket. Singer continued using a similar markings, as used on the Mk. Thank you for the welcome. 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) II* over BEC N96, inside an oval (pictured at left). Mine is a 1943. How to Use Classifieds - PLEASE READ FIRST ! I like using the triangular sling swivel to deliberately tighten the sling around my hand to grip the fore-end when using a shooting glove, Lee Enfield books by Ian Skennerton - Ideal reference information, Genuine Lee Enfield No4 Mk1 T Parts, Features, Marks and Accessories, Here we have a scopeless and virtually unfired 1945 No4T on the left and an "active service" No4T on the right that had its last service with India, other than the metal being painted with lumpy glossy black paint it is predominantly unchanged, On the left, the scopeless one exhibits all marks as freehand stamps through the blackened surface. wide at the extremes. by Steve Hoog 23 Mar 2012, 13:42, Post Enfield No4 Mk1 Markings I just got a No4 Mk1, and I can't figure out a few of the markings. It has been consistently observed but no reason or original documentation found to support it. 5,949. 4 Mk 1* (T) rifle in .303 British made by Savage in 1942. & S. Ltd." = Fred Fisher & Sons Ltd. "JW (S) Ltd." = John Wilson Ltd., Sheffield, "TRM.1", "TRM.2", and "TRM 3" = Tinsley Rolling Mills Co. Ltd. of Sheffield. 1 for the British military. 0000004885 00000 n On the left, the scopeless one exhibits all marks as freehand stamps under the blackened surface - except the serial which may be a light stamp or a very precise electro-pencil. This one was no different. An additional 1944 Wrist / Action stamping group - an excellent condition example. J'aime Je n'aime pas : Lee Enfield No4 Mk1 vs Armes modernes en .308 : Page 1 sur 1: Sujets similaires. When reference is made to an all matching SMLE the serial numbers must all be the same. 0000012831 00000 n II* its characteristic stepped join between blade and socket. 4 Rifle," appeared originally in the April 2004 issue of American Rifleman. 4 Mk 1* rifle I have are the following on the left side of the metal band holding the buttstock to the receiver assembly: (1) "1944" (with the 4 overstriking what. For the rifles produced in North America, American black walnut was consistently used, with birch used as a substitute when walnut was not available. Most of these seem to have been released / imported in the 1980s. No4 rifles were given a starting number that may be used to identify manufacturers, but again there was no set serial blocks. Socket (right): deeply-struck "s" Even the spring plunger is a stamping. Very good 5 groove barrel. 4 scabbards, the Securing Tab remained in British Army stores until the mid-1970s. They remained in use with select weapon platforms - the P14T / No3T as its name was changed) through to WW2. SMLEs will have serial numbers stamped on the bolt, receiver, barrel, nose cap and the underside of the rear sight. I scabbard in web belt frogs made for use with the Pattern 1907 bayonet. There are more but again I would suggest reading either Skip Strattons or Ian Skennertons books on the subject. AA5081". According to Skennerton, 25,000 experimental MkII scabbards were manufactured by the Franco-British Electrical Company, Tempel Park, Hurley. 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. British No4 rifles were set up with a 5 digit serial number system with 1XXXX being allotted to Maltby, 2XXXX Fazakerley, 3XXXX BSA Shirley. 4 Mk I Long Branch aperture sights In 1926, the British Army changed its nomenclature; the SMLE became known as the Rifle No. 4Mk. Markings: The left side of the stock collar is marked "14C2827 / S /1942" and with a flaming bomb proof. This symbol is similar to the Australian Defence Dept. 4 Mk. 150.00. Top to bottom an . AA5081 is the stores catalogue number. The Lee-Enfield No. According to Skennerton, these scabbards were most likely made in North America, either the USA or Canada. No4 mk1 is stamped on the side of the reciever. N30 (pictured at left) II*, with approximately 161,026 reported produced, during 19421943. BO 12151 (the five digit no. II was, by far, the most numerous variant, with over 3.3million units produced. 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 . When the No4T was conceived the cheek piece was transferred / continued. Longbranch No. I've seen guys actually twist the action because they are so tight. Brass is said to have been an alternative screw material, but I have yet to see them installed - even in Ts from other nations. Unissued Savage Enfield No 4 Mk1 Rifle , 303 British. Seen in the picture above are the places where the serial number and manufacturer can be found. 4 Mk. This PSK No. !o, I am hoping to get some help confirming or disproving my theory about this 1963 Indian furbished Lee Enfield No4 Mk1* I bought a few days ago. II bayonets packaged in a cardboard carton. Because of its great simplicity, the government was able to let contracts to firms not previously associated with arms production. No. Feedback from the initial service performance at the front (often from prior experienced target shooters) indicated that longer slings with a central mount at the front of the magazine would be preferred. Lewisham marked their bayonets with "L. ENG. 772 0 obj<>stream British Lee-Enfield No4 Mk2 knife bayonet, scabbard and frog Dated 1949 P (RSAF Poole) 95.00. This example has a much finer finish on the socket than other No. 4 Mark I rifle was adopted on Nov. 15, 1939. The significance of this mark is not known. A sniper? Some SMLEs may be found with as little as a 3 digit number and high as a 5 digit number. 5 SD Nov 63 If anyone can help me out I would really appreciate it. 1* imported by Century International Arms. Due to similarities with Indian Government acceptance marks, this was once thought to possibly indicate Indian service. 1 scabbards. The safety latch style and M47C mark and the SM marked rear sight as as the 1945 examples above. Some of these rifles seemed to have laid in stores until the end of the war and then they and and the remains of the BSA marks were furiously converted to "T" status by H&H while the contract lasted. . The final result in March 1944 became the No. starting with a 1) indicates it was manufactured by ROF Maltby in Yorkshire, England. These were provided to Britain under the Lend-Lease Act. 769 0 obj<> endobj Some DP markings on non load bearing parts. Adopted by the British Army in 1939 the No.4 came into full production during the height of World War 2. No.4 MK1 Buttplate With Trap LE4045 $9.00 1 review (s) Lee Enfield # 1 MK 3 Canvas Rifle Cover (Case) With Sling Carry Strap, WWII Pattern LE3092 Made from heavy canvas material, this gun case was used for the Enfield #1 MKIII and #1 MKIV rifles. 0000013021 00000 n Five distinctly different markings were used (all are pictured at left): Lucas marked the bayonets with M158 on the top of the socket. Both bayonet and scabbard are serial numbered. N30 over H&B (pictured at left). The following makers' codes are noted on some bayonet blades and scabbards, it is quite possible that they may also appear on firearms and related components. No idea what it means on a No.4. Officially adopted in July1940 as the: Tab, Securing, Bayonet No. The frog measures 4.875in. I rifle, the No. The Lee Enfield No 4 Rifle Mk 1 was produced by a variety of different manufacturers in England. This rifle retained most of the overall design feature of the earlier model, including the 30 barrel length. 0000002950 00000 n Lee Enfield #4 MK1 - MARSTAR CANADA. II* bayonets, Baird secured the spike to the socket using a steel pin. No. Founded in 1999. 4Mk. 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. 4Mk. I. Hosted by Andy H. Gruff, I don't know but will check mine when I get home tonight and report in if it is on mine. You are using an out of date browser. 0000001613 00000 n US$40 (4 bids) These are now hard to find in any condition, but this example is near pristine. (Unofficial motto of the Royal Air Force). The No. Singer and other producers (Savage has been observed). Magazine is 10 round factory issue, 10+1 rounds . 0000002861 00000 n To subscribe to the magazine,visit theNRA membership page here and selectAmerican Rifleman as your member magazine. 4Mk. He also indicated that P.S.S. An example of a viewer's mark "75TZ" is pictured at left. $799.00 . Batch No: 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. 4 Mk. The Lee-Enfield No. Occasionally, viewer's (inspector's) marks are found on No. 0000002206 00000 n Most examples observed are of USA or Canadian manufacture. 4 (T) 303 BRITISH SNIPER RIFLE 1944 . 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