Recent purchase 1916 Enfield

[Pappy1600]

Recently acquired 1916 Enfield, I would like to know more about this rifle, I was told it might be Irish issue? Any info would be greatly appreciated.

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[green]

Has the FF stamp on barrel so it is Irish issue.

[artyldr01]

The "FF" markings indicate Free Irish service. Very nice!

[Pappy1600]

Great thank you for confirming the Irish service, does this make this rifle anymore desirable? also question on the receiver serial number, it appears that it may have been re-stamped? if you look closely you can see other numbers under the serial number, just curious why?

[artyldr01]

Great thank you for confirming the Irish service, does this make this rifle anymore desirable? also question on the receiver serial number, it appears that it may have been re-stamped? if you look closely you can see other numbers under the serial number, just curious why?

It is normal. My ShtLE Mk1*** has 3 SNs, the original cancelled, then Irish cancelled, then a G### when it was made into a wire-wrapped Grenade launcher. I think Irish rifles command a slight premium. I think, but could be wrong, most are bolt mis-matches because of the way they were shipped to the US in the early 60s which is when most, if not all, were imported, hence probably no import mark.



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Do the nose cap, under rear sight, magazine, and rear of bolt handle match the receiver and barrel SN?

[CINDERS]

HV = High Velocity can use MK VII, Small Cone = Small Cone in the chamber has been increased .002-inch, possible barrel change in 1930.
Seems to be a bit of pitting on the left side barrel near the chamber

[Frederick303]

Pappy, go here and read:

Fritz's FF marked Enfield sticky

Post 5, 17, 20, 34 and 52 deal with your rifle specifically. Your forend is a WWII replacement.

[Pappy1600]

Thank you for the info, some great information by Fritz