Factoid: Indian conversion proofs

[3mctoledo]

I just purchased a .410 / musket (1931). This one is a 1904 Sparkbrook SHTLE I** IP unconverted to standard .410.

The Factoid, which I have not seen on my other musket conversion, is the Indian gunsmith proofed over the Sparkbrook proof at the chamber ( GRI left side) and placed a new serial number on it. However the wrist socket still shows the Sparkbrook name and date faintly.

So just because it looks painted or rough your Enfield still can be a gem.

Thought I would share my observation and add to what we know.

PS Took a 9 pointer today, iron sights / Remington 215 gr with my 1943 Long Branch 1/3. Babies still work wonders.

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[RCS]

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Early conversion in India (1914) to Mark 111 features including new barrel and new serial numbers and barrel is marked HVAttachment 67534[ATTACH=CONFIG]
Caliber is still 303 and exc bore
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[harry mac]

PS Took a 9 pointer today, iron sights / Remington 215 gr with my 1943 Long Branch 1/3. Babies still work wonders.

Any pics of the beast?

[3mctoledo]

Here he is. Split brow tine is hard to see in picture.

The 1914 conversion is very telling. I believe as time went on with conversions the Indian's became more rigorous at removing the previous proofs. I think that the 40's plus conversions show no evidence of previous manufacture.