I understand that the standard Lee Metford barrel contour was heavier than the No.1 Mk.III barrel - however, was it the same or very similar to the No.4 Enfield contour? The reason for asking concerns the rebuilding of a couple Lee Speeds, both of which need new barrels. I've a mint SMLE barrel, but wonder whether the contour is too thin to be "correct" for a Lee Speed.

I've looked for dimensioned drawings of the Metford barrel, but no luck. I recall reading somewhere that the No.4 barrel was heavier than the SMLE barrel, apparent when you put the two side to side, but I'm wondering whether the outer measurements of a No.4 barrel would be very close (or close enough) to replicate a Metford barrel contour.

That being said, I do know that a No.4 barrel will not go into a LS action ... I'm looking to have a blank turned down to the right contour.

Thanks much!
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