L39 A1 or L42A1

[Thunderbox]

The L42A1 is on the U.S. Curio and Relics List and therefore importable. The L39A1 is not on the C&R list and isn't importable meaning the small supply that's in country is it.

What would be the current import status for "gunsmith built" Enfield target rifles - i.e. a rifle identical to an L39A1 in all components, but built on a random No4 receiver with original markings? Is there a specific date cut-off, i.e. would a 1945 Mk1 or a 1949 Mk2 be ok, but a 1954 PF- Mk2 not be ok?

[Brian Dick]

They aren't importable. BATFE Imports Branch consider them altered from original military configuration therefore not eligible as a Curio and Relic. Because the bodies are military, they can't be imported as a sporting rifle either. I got turned down flat trying to import some Parker-Hale T4 target rifles three years ago.

[Calfed]

Thanks, guys.

[mrclark303]

Crazy rules Brian ... Hate to mention the upcoming presidential bun fight ... How do you think federal firearms law will change if either candidate win??

[enfield303t]

There was a L39 on a Canadian site for $3,000.00. Sold in less than a day.

[Brian Dick]

Yep, crazy and somewhat tiring at times. I haven't got a clue how it'll all turn out. The candidates are polar opposites so I reckon we'll find out on Tuesday or Wednesday.

[harry mac]

Harry, you'd be lucky to get a No4T for that price, L42's are around the £10000 mark for a CES........

I'm happy to be behind the times with the L39 price; because I've got one already
The huge prices being asked for L42s, however, sadly mean, I'll never own one.

[superbee]

A nice L42 for sale.I bought stuff from this guy before.Great person to deal with.

Lee Enfield L42A1 No4 #4 Mk1 4T Sniper Rifle KIT : Bolt Action Rifles at GunBroker.com