SMLE III (No. 1 Mk. 3) Lee Enfield

[Eaglelord17]

Don't worry I am not concerned with the judgment on it, half the reason I asked was because I know it isn't a sterling example and I want to know what is wrong with it. In fact I am a bit happy it isn't a sterling example as I can shoot it without worry. Another plus is that this only cost me a K31 (ok slightly more than what I got out of my K31) so in that regard I am far ahead in terms of value for this rifle.

So the good news, the bolt, barrel, receiver and sights match. The stock I do believe is a No. 1 Mk. 3 stock as it has the cut-out for the magazine cut-off and the volley sights, it is just heavily sanded. There was also very few markings on the forestock however those few I found (took photos) aren't something a reproduction is going to try and duplicate. It is exceptionally smooth, and it is going to be a blast once I get it shooting (hopefully this weekend).

Its funny you mention putting your own marking on it, as when I looked around the barrel knox (I believe that is the correct term), it appears everyone in the peacetime pre-WWI army placed there markings there (ridiculous number of proofs). I do have a question about that heart marking with a 'P' inside it, does anyone know what that one means?

Overall I am happy with this addition to my WWI collection, now does anyone know where I could get a original pointer and rear aperture for the volley sights?



























Apologies for the slightly confusing order, however I am done fighting with photo bucket today (also apologies for the photos being turned around, they were right side up when I tried to upload them).