No 1 Mk III

[Ridolpho]

Catch22: As of Jan. 1916 the MkIII* was adopted and most ensuing production (for the balance of WW1) didn't have the cutoff slot milled in the body, the volley sights, or the windage adjustable rear sight. All but the latter had little relevence in modern war although the cutoff did come back again post war in some production. Everyone seems to want to buy an early war Mk III right now and you sure don't see a lot of them up here. When you do they're often priced at $1000.00 or even more. Having recently imported a couple from the US I would say prices are a wee bit lower down there- but not dramatically. The number you mention would be fair if the rifle is in great shape.

Ridolpho

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[Catch22]

Catch22: As of Jan. 1916 the MkIII* was adopted and most ensuing production (for the balance of WW1) didn't have the cutoff slot milled in the body, the volley sights, or the windage adjustable rear sight. All but the latter had little relevence in modern war although the cutoff did come back again post war in some production. Everyone seems to want to buy an early war Mk III right now and you sure don't see a lot of them up here. When you do they're often priced at $1000.00 or even more. Having recently imported a couple from the US I would say prices are a wee bit lower down there- but not dramatically. The number you mention would be fair if the rifle is in great shape.

Ridolpho

That's very helpful! You are losing me on the cutoff slot, but I'm trying to do some research on it to make sure. Even if it doesn't work it, I'm learning some cool stuff.