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What does this stamp indicate please.
1917 No.1 Mk3* Enfield made - really good condition, looks almost like its been refinished but also has the remaian of cosmoline sitting in cracks and the nooks and crannys so though doubtful, it might be still original and somehow a survivor. No import marks and Serial number is a D and 4 digits. This stamp is the broad arrow inside what looks like a C but has a slight but noticeable stem from teh top - almost like an updside down G.
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02-25-2016 10:54 AM
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Looks like a nice example what is known as the Broad C arrow, or otherwise known as the Canadian acceptance/property mark.
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As such:
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1 PL West Nova Scotia Regiment 2000-2003
1 BN Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry 2003-2013
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Perfect thank you. Now I just have to figure out why it might have got that, having no indication of an FTR or anything Canadian at all. However if it went thataways instead of to the trenches it might explain why it is in splendid condition.
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It would be interesting to see some overall photos if you have them available, in regard to your rifle, I have 1918 "C" marked No1 MkIII as well.
All WW1 Canadian issued No.1's rifles were of British production because when the Canadian built Ross rifle were withdrawn from frontline service, we did not have Lee-Enfield production facilities until Long Branch ramped up No.4 production for WW2.
My basic assessment is that your rifle may have seen overseas service with a Canadian unit during the First World War, accounting for the marks...
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- Darren
1 PL West Nova Scotia Regiment 2000-2003
1 BN Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry 2003-2013
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What Darren states is correct and it's simple without lots of reasoning, or too much thought. It was accepted by Canada for service and after that the history doesn't really matter nor can it usually be proven. The mark shows us that much.
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Thanks for the info - I'll get some pics when i get it - Its currently in my ten day waiting period jail as I live in CA.
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Looks like a Parkerized finish. If so, that means it has been refinished.
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Originally Posted by
tiriaq
Looks like a Parkerized finish. If so, that means it has been refinished.
And probably by a civilian. The damage is done, so you can either strip that off and have it blued, or degrease it thoroughly and paint over the parkerizing. At least the latter would mimic a UK overhaul finish.
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What is the best way to remove parkerizing then?
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