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    No4mk1 Serial Number Placement

    Anyone ever see the rifle serial # stamped in the top of the butt right behind the receiver in the spot you would normally find a number in a “T”. This rifle is certainly not a T but has the rifle...
  2. I regularly shoot my No4 Mk2 in CMP vintage rifle...

    I regularly shoot my No4 Mk2 in CMP vintage rifle matches here in Florida. Usually the only one on the line. It's nice to be the odd man out in a line full of M1 Garand's and Springfield 1903's.
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    It does have a Suncorite finish but the wood is...

    It does have a Suncorite finish but the wood is not blond; think it is walnut.
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    Question on Cracked SMLE Stock

    Finally got around to stripping down a 1916 BSA that was FTR'd in 1953. Everything was looking really good until I noticed a crack at the very back of the stock where the stock bold comes through. ...
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    Peter, not really sure where I picked up that...

    Peter, not really sure where I picked up that manure; guess I must have read it somewhere in connection to transition to SLR. Just don't want a beef with the Match officials when I step to the the...
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    Mossberg 144US Questions

    Hoping you guys can help shed some light on a 144US I picked up at a gunshow recently. Rifle is parkerized and has serial US35120; however, the zero looks like it was hand stamped later but before...
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    No4 Mk2's Issued to?

    Looking to use my No4 Mk2 in CMP match here in the US and to qualify make and model should have been an issue arm. Understand No2 was not issued to British. Interested to know who it was issued to...
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    I did specify A no4 but it could be wrong. Have...

    I did specify A no4 but it could be wrong. Have no real experience telling one from the other. Could always use another if you have correct one available.

    Thanks, Sheppsan
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    Thanks for the additional input. I do have a...

    Thanks for the additional input. I do have a driver that will work, and the base is solid, just loose.

    Thanks, Sheppsan
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    Appreciate the input. Guess I will try putting a...

    Appreciate the input. Guess I will try putting a good torque on the screw and see how she does

    Thanks, Sheppsan
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    Front Sight Blade Loose in Dovetail

    My 1949 No4 Mk2 was shooting low so ordered and swapped out .045 blade for a .015. Rifle is now zeroed as it should be; however, the new blade (RFI manufacture) is loose in the dovetail before the...
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    1903a3 Stock Question

    Wondering if anyone might be able to explain why the front inside right side of the stock inletting for the action appears to be ground out. The side of my stock at one point is almost wafer thin,...
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    Replacement Stock Decision

    Just received my new to me sportarized 1903a3. Came with an extra military stock in bad shape, so am thinking of total replacement. Would appreciate any input regarding options. As I see it, I...
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    Ed, thanks for the input. Shepp

    Ed, thanks for the input.

    Shepp
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    1903 to 1903a3 Interchangable Parts

    I just acquired a sporterized Remington 1903a3 and have been looking at parts I need to return it to a semblance of its original condition. Bought it to shoot, so I does not have to be 100% original...
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    S&K, Fulton Scope Mount Question

    Due to tired old eyes, I'm considering adding a scope to my No4. However, from just looking at photos of the above, it would appear that you will not be able to charge the magazine from the top. ...
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    From the serial number the rifle was originally a...

    From the serial number the rifle was originally a 1941 Maltby. Afraid I do not remember the FTR date at Fazakerly.
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    Mr. Laidler, the barrel has not been chopped and...

    Mr. Laidler, the barrel has not been chopped and the foresight protector is still in place The action has not been drilled or changed that I can detect. Both upper hand guards are missing and the...
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    Worthwhile to Restore Sporterized No4 MK1/2

    Just saw a No4 Mk1/2 (originally a No4 Mk1 Maltby) for sale in a local gun shop for $190. Would appreciate any opinions as to whether it would be worthwhile returning it to mil-spec? What is there...
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    Sticky: Hello everyone. New to the site and just picked...

    Hello everyone. New to the site and just picked up my first Enfield, a No 4 Mk 1 yesterday. Am originally from GB, but now in the States and have always wanted one. Have learned a lot from this...
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