Windage adjustment question on Enfield Mk 4 No. 2 (F)?

[davidB2]

I would appreciate guidance on windage adjustment on an Enfield MK 4 No 2 (F). Do I use the Enfield front sight adjustment tool, or is there another means of adjustment? My rifle is shooting several inches to the right and I would like to get it more accurate.

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[22SqnRAE]

I would appreciate guidance on windage adjustment on an Enfield MK 4 No 2 (F). Do I use the Enfield front sight adjustment tool, or is there another means of adjustment? My rifle is shooting several inches to the right and I would like to get it more accurate.

DB2,

What I understand you asking is 'how do I zero my No 4?" Windage isn't part of the deal with most Service rifles of the era, one needed to make a judgment and aim off, accordingly. What you have said that is important, is that your MPI is right.

So, the foresight needs to come right.

Rather than 'feed you a fish', here is a link to a 'fishing' instruction manual:

http://www.rifleman.org.uk/PH_Service_sights.htm

Enjoy the satisfaction of producing cloverleafs!

[davidB2]

I meant No 4 Mk 2. My mistake.

[CINDERS]

I would check to ensure the barrel is not touching anywhere except where it should be (the bedding is correct) and the draws are not knackered before moving the front sight.
Its a process of elimination and the front sight may not be the real reason it is grouping to the right could be a worn muzzle or damaged muzzle as well.
Here are some threads.
https://www.google.com/url?q=https:/...0hgd-yorS5KJCQ
https://www.google.com/url?q=https:/...HW5rgtQSnQT83w

[Peter Laidler]

On the other hand, if the rifle is accurate and groups within the spec, then just try zeroing it as per thread 2. You could use the useless zeroing tool or you could just tap the foresight over to the right a tad using a brass drift and a small hammer.

I can see where Cinders is coming from (thread 4) but don't go looking for trouble................