L42 A1 Don't judge a book by it's cover

[Buccaneer]

They say you should never judge a book by it's cover, and so it was with this L42 AI rifle. The box looks as though it has been kicked to hell and back it's cracked and split and carries the scars of every storeman that ever handled it but inside was hiding a little gem. I bought this rifle several years ago before the current hysteria about all things "sniping" realy took off, I just happened to be in the right place at the right time. It was complete except for the normal small items which I have since managed to find the only thing that is not origional is the scope case carry strap and that came from "Moore" leather, one day I might find the genuine atricle but until then the repro will have to do.
With greatful thanks to "Simon" for the information on this rifle he informed me that it was No15 0f 30 rifles with a conversion date of 01-07-71 it then being sent to Donnington.
As can be seen from the pictures it does not appear to have ever been issued it is unmarked with all of the parts marked and serial numbered to the rifle / scope, the hang tags are where they were on the rifle when I bought it the one on the scope though rather fient shows a last inspection date of 1982 and this was done at Donnington. The tag on the front sight is nice as it shows the rifle serial number along with the stores information.
I have not shot this rifle and do not intend to do so as I am lucky enough to other rifles to take to the range, this rifle and it's associated CES is in fantastic condition and I want to keep it that way.

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