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1900 dated LEC I* in .22
This little carbine is a recent addition to my "training rifle" collection. It is all matching and original with the exception of the top wood, correct in every detail except that it is now in 22, it is fully service marked.
This carbine is not unique as I have been told of the existance of at least two more, the question is who did the conversion and when?
It had not been proofed when first received which might indicate that it was done whilst still in service but as far as I know there is no service designation for it so could it have been done as a "volunteer" pattern?
The .303 barrel has been sleeved and the bolt head has been changed for a what looks like a .22 no23? there is something that looks like a 3 stamped after the last 2 but I can't find any reference to it elsewhere.
I am convinced that this is not a "new" or "undiscovered" member of the Enfield family but it certainly interesting and will probably raise a few questions as to it's origins.
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Certainly a very good thought.............
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Nice find Paul, how does it shoot? there was one on the .22 small bore forum by member Titan303 but was a LEC/ RIC carbine... link below.
Parkerifled Enfield 22
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bigduke6
Nice find Paul, how does it shoot?
I have only just got it so haven't had time to take it to the range, I will let you know when I do.
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If you ever get tired of it paul, let me know.There's a little carbine shaped gap in my gun cupboard, and the fresh air here in Norfolk would work wonders for the old girl in her dotage.
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harry mac
If you ever get tired of it paul, let me know.There's a little carbine shaped gap in my gun cupboard, and the fresh air here in Norfolk would work wonders for the old girl in her dotage.
If I ever want to find her a new home I will let you know..... but don't hold your breath
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i was about to say the same thing , she would certainly take a prominent position in my gunroom i really think you have a keeper there ,
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