SMLE magazine cleaning.

[bigchunk1]

This is my Lee-Enfield SMLE. Straight from the queen's arse..nal Since it was dated 1918, I suspect the Kaiser surrendered because this rifle was created. Probably sat in England's reserve until they decided to sell it to America for a bit of change. No Arabic or Indian markings of any kind.

It's in pretty good condition, save for light dings and a right good stock crack just behind the trigger. Shoots good, but it does cause rounds to tumble. Rifling looks good so I really really like shooting this rifle.

Anyways, I am posting this because I am wondering how to clean the magazine. I can't really get into it. I hear you are supposed to push the back until the front pops out but it does not look like it was made that way. SMLE owners help!

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[browningautorifle]

That's right, just push the back down and get hold of the front and lift. It'll come out.

[bigchunk1]

I eventually got this to work a week ago. It helps if you keep the spring compressed against the side or it will keep nudging itself into an oblong position. I am glad I finally got to it though. It was in dire need of a cleaning!


Oh also, the rifle shoots PPU ammunition perfectly straight. I either blame my ammunition or my targets from last time. Probably was my target.

[browningautorifle]

You'll develop a knack to doing this after a couple of tries. You shouldn't have to do it too often, take care you don't break the mag spring at the follower.