My new pristine Long Branch, what a find!

[artyldr01]

Here are a few more detail pics. This thing looks awfully original. Interesting that a 1943 rifle has so many early features though...

Can anyone explain the proof mark with crossed guidons, crown on top, P on bottom (fairly standard) but a D on the left side?

Thanks

Niels

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[Lee Enfield]

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Can anyone explain the proof mark with crossed guidons, crown on top, P on bottom (fairly standard) but a D on the left side?

Thanks

Niels

D.C.P is a Canadian Military proof mark which appears to have originated at Ross Rifle Factory internal inspection which was adopted by Canadian military inspectors who were seconded to inspect british purchased arms at the beginning of/during wwI.

[artyldr01]

D.C.P is a Canadian Military proof mark which appears to have originated at Ross Rifle Factory internal inspection which was adopted by Canadian military inspectors who were seconded to inspect british purchased arms at the beginning of/during wwI.

Thank You, Lee Enfield, I really appreciate it.