SMLE III

[303 Collector]

I suspect it may be in the half cock position. This locks the bolt so it cannot be opened.
Resist the temptation to hit it with a hammer and pull back on the cocking piece at the rear of the bolt untill it clicks.
Hopefully this will cure the problem.

Information

Warning: This is a relatively older thread This discussion is older than 360 days. Some information contained in it may no longer be current.

[Parashooter]

. . . Resist the temptation to hit it with a hammer and pull back on the cocking piece at the rear of the bolt untill it clicks. . .

Just to be clear, he probably means "Resist the temptation to hit it with a hammer. Instead, pull back on the cocking piece at the rear of the bolt untill it clicks."