Quote Originally Posted by Flying10uk View Post
Here are some pictures of my U.K. deactivated No4 mk2 rifle and it is a 1996 dated deac. As mentioned previously it is the only No4 rifle that I've ever seen with a butt disc and while I could have removed it, it seemed better to leave it as is, part of the rifle's history. I did wonder if this butt disc was fitted by a Police force or a Private School's Combined Cadet Force but this is pure speculation on my part. Whoever did the deactivation work got a little carried away, because the locking lug has been completely removed from the bolt, as can be seen in the picture. Any further information relating to this rifle is greatly received, thanks.
Interesting F10, assuming the rifle hasn't been restored, I would say taking it's general excellent cosmetic condition into account, its service must have been very brief.

I wonder if there's a Maritime connection here, the rack number and excellent condition perhaps relating to a ships armoury??