*** December 2007 Purchases ***

[Stevo]

Can't wait to see the finished product, Sigismund.

[superbee]

Hi,here are a few pics of my trials T.
It looks like it still has the original cuttoff as the metal finish looks the same.
Mk1 scope dosen't match
Badger you were lucky!

cheers,Eric

[Badger]

Hi,here are a few pics of my trials T.
It looks like it still has the original cuttoff as the metal finish looks the same.
Mk1 scope dosen't match
Badger you were lucky!

cheers,Eric

Congratulations ...

I remember this one from the CGN discussion about it ...

The SMLE No 1 Mk V & Mk V1 along with the No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" all used a stamped sheet metal cut-off, as opposed to the forged ones on the earlier rifles. You can tell the difference by looking at the round part that forms the grip. The early style is solid with a hole drilled in it, while the sheet metal unit has a gap where it was rolled over to form the round part.

Regards,
Badger

[Badger]

I was just working on the photo montage (over 270 pics so far ... ) . As a result, here's some close up pics of the "Trials Rifle" cut-off, which is the correct stamped sheet metal cut-off and marked with Enfield inspector markings on the underside.

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Regards,
Badger

[Bittermansbro]

Everytime I take pics to post online, I think of Badger's photos and how I should be improving my own picture-taking process. Sorry, haven't got there yet

Remington Model of 1917 in 30 ought 6, barrel marked for June 1918.



This effectively completes my US cartridge rifle collection from the Trapdoor up to the Garand.

I don't collect after the Garand cause well.....that stuff is too 'new'

[superbee]

Hi,Just picked up an enfield enforcer.

[Cantom]

Badger- That Trials T rifle is beautiful!

I finally got my ultimate rifle, a Long Branch No 4 Mk I T rifle, from member Stencollector. All matching and in very nice condition. Not something you find for sale just any day and when you get the chance...best jump on it.
This rifle is complete with an REL No 32 Mk 3 scope,(scope number matches buttstock, bracket number matches rifle serial number) leather lens covers, leather sling, No 15 chest and scope tin with strap(which is Brit)


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[Badger]

Badger- That Trials T rifle is beautiful!

Thank you, I'll pass that onto ~Angel~ ...

Congratulations on that Long Branch No.4(T) partner .....

Nice condition and a very rare piece, plus a good guy to deal with.

Great find, as you don't see these kind of rare collectibles available much anymore, so take good care of her....

It's just my opinion, but if anyone is looking for this kind of quality and rarity, you don't find them in forum "for sale" environments. The Quartermaster Stores here might be a bit of an exception, as I know ~Angel~ and I are planning to use it as the exclusive venue, when we start moving some of our higher quality pieces starting next spring. We're building a new house and I need to cull the herd for space.

Just some advice for anyone searching for high quality and rare collectibles. If you know you want something like this, get out and market yourself by sending emails to folks who are in the know, or have these kinds pieces. Ask for "first right of refusal", should they ever decide to sell. That's how ~Angel~ has found most of her premium collectibles, not by reading ads, plus she rarely dickers with asking price. You either want it, or you don't....

Regards,
Badger

[Badger]

Everytime I take pics to post online, I think of Badger's photos and how I should be improving my own picture-taking process.

Good looking piece ... congratulations ....

In reference to pics, I find that a simple backdrop sheet of a uniform color makes the most difference. That, plus any kind of a camera that has a built-in "macro" or "close-up" option capability.

Thanks for the feedback...

Regards,
Badger

[Badger]

Hi,Just picked up an enfield enforcer.

That's one of the best looking Enforcers I've seen ....

Great find Eric ...

Where did you locate her?

Regards,
Badger