SMLE Mk I, one time Queensland Govt

[Ridolpho]

Always wanted a SMLE in original Mk I config. and this is the best I've come up with so-far. Was priced low as it was missing original rear sight leaf and lower handguard- both of which I've already managed to obtain. It's an LSA and has many LSA parts including butt, and triggerguard, lower band, nosecap, etc. Mk I specific parts include buttplate, rear swivel, and, I believe, the striker keeper screw (mismatched bolt). It also has an early forend in quite good shape with no provision for the nosecap spring/stud. The rear sight bed is original Mk VI profile. Barrel is a replacement dated 1911- perhaps in service- and has an excellent bore.

Markings include QG, on butt and, on the receiver ring, beneath "DP" and DP cancellation bars. The butt also has a faint S-13 beside the old propellor shaped sold out of service marks. Some earlier markings were ground out on the butt and D-D and the number 1, D-D, and 594 (as on receiver ring and barrel). I'd be curious to hear comments about the markings and what this rifles history may have included. Regards.

Ridolpho

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