Enfield in 7.62 x 54mmR

[Vincent]

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You would probably have to open the body for the larger rim.

The extractor and ejector might need some work too. You don’t need a new barrel, it can be rechambered like the Bren barrels. The big problem is 54R has a higher pressure than .303. I wouldn’t mess with it. Get a Nagant or a PSL.

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[Ridolpho]

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Nagant or a PSL.

Yes, with refurbed Mosin 91/30's available for a couple hundred bucks and having decent accuracy potential why bother? The cost of modification would pay for a Mosin that was designed to easily handle the more powerful cartridge.

Ridolpho

[Lee Enfield]

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You would probably have to open the body for the larger rim.

The extractor and ejector might need some work too. You don’t need a new barrel, it can be rechambered like the Bren barrels. The big problem is 54R has a higher pressure than .303. I wouldn’t mess with it. Get a Nagant or a PSL.

My concern with this conversion is based on the fact the the relief cut necessary to the left side of the receiver is actually a support for the bolt.

Those of us who have experienced bolt tipping in SMLE rifles would like to avoid experiencing the same issues in a serviceable No4 rifle.

Where do you think the restricted service (D lisle, Grenade launching, line throwing, ect) no1 actions came from?