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    Factoid: Indian conversion proofs

    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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    early I P conversion in 1914

    Attachment 67530Attachment 67531Attachment 67532Attachment 67533

    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
    67535[/ATTACH]

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    Quote Originally Posted by 3mctoledo View Post
    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?

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    9pt Picture

    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.

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