Hello all! I'm new to the forum and Lee-Enfields. I have recently aquired my first No.4 Mk1. The rifle is marked on the butt socket M47 1943 AQ2902. The bolt serial number is also AQ2902. As the title of the post indicates this rifle is not marked TR nor does it have a T marked anywhere on it. I understand that this makes it highly suspect as a genuine sniper rifle. The strange part is the buttstock (with cheek piece) is clearly stamped S 51. I firmly believe that it has been attached to this rifle since day one. Also, the small 1/8" S is stamped on the right side, behind the receiver ring, just above the wood. The rifle has properly staked, matching finish, scope mounting pads, and scope mount with a vintage Weaver K4 scope mounted.

Though the rifle looks like it's been well used, it still shot better than 1.25 MOA with the S&B ball ammo I used.This rifle was a real pleasure to shoot so I'm pleased with it no matter what. In fact, it is more accurate than either of my two WWII era Remington 1903's. What are the chances that this rifle actually is a sniper rifle?
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