The SMLE 1903-1989
+ Reply to Thread
Results 1 to 5 of 5

Thread: 1901 "Enfield" Action on GB, Kyber?

Click here to increase the font size Click here to reduce the font size
  1. #1
    Contributing Member CoatiMundi's Avatar
    Join Date
    Mar 2020
    Last On
    Today @ 08:15 AM
    Location
    Arizona, United States
    Posts
    137
    Local Date
    03-28-2024
    Local Time
    07:35 AM

    1901 "Enfield" Action on GB, Kyber?

    I was trolling GB and I found what is advertised as "Enfield 1901 Receiver, Bolt & Trigger assembly", Sale #863072674.

    I've been known lately to pick up Stray Enfields that are beat down so I checked it out.
    After looking it over, it does not seem quite right even through the fuzzy pics.

    I'm wondering if it is a Kyber made rifle action. The receiver looks bowed in the middle from the side views, well to me nothing looks straight on the whole thing. The inspection stamps on the breech look similar to the pics Badger put up in “Khyber Pass” Lee-Enfield No.I Mk.III* Rifle" and many other things make me suspicious. In one of the pics, it looks like a modern serial number is stamped on the left side of the receiver forward of the charger bridge, which is close to where one of the Kyber guns pictured in "Khyber Pass Enfields (Lots of Pictures)" by Alan De Enfield on this site.

    I'm curious to know what persons who know what they are talking about think if it
    Information
    Warning: This is a relatively older thread
    This discussion is older than 360 days. Some information contained in it may no longer be current.

  2. # ADS
    Friends and Sponsors
    Join Date
    October 2006
    Location
    Milsurps.Com
    Posts
    All Threads
    A Collector's View - The SMLE Short Magazine Lee Enfield 1903-1989. It is 300 8.5x11 inch pages with 1,000+ photo’s, most in color, and each book is serial-numbered.  Covering the SMLE from 1903 to the end of production in India in 1989 it looks at how each model differs and manufacturer differences from a collecting point of view along with the major accessories that could be attached to the rifle. For the record this is not a moneymaker, I hope just to break even, eventually, at $80/book plus shipping.  In the USA shipping is $5.00 for media mail.  I will accept PayPal, Zelle, MO and good old checks (and cash if you want to stop by for a tour!).  CLICK BANNER to send me a PM for International pricing and shipping. Manufacturer of various vintage rifle scopes for the 1903 such as our M73G4 (reproduction of the Weaver 330C) and Malcolm 8X Gen II (Unertl reproduction). Several of our scopes are used in the CMP Vintage Sniper competition on top of 1903 rifles. Brian Dick ... BDL Ltd. - Specializing in British and Commonwealth weapons Specializing in premium ammunition and reloading components. Your source for the finest in High Power Competition Gear. Here at T-bones Shipwrighting we specialise in vintage service rifle: re-barrelling, bedding, repairs, modifications and accurizing. We also provide importation services for firearms, parts and weapons, for both private or commercial businesses.
     

  3. #2
    Deceased August 31st, 2020 englishman_ca's Avatar
    Join Date
    Oct 2006
    Last On
    08-15-2020 @ 07:19 AM
    Location
    Ontario
    Posts
    378
    Local Date
    03-28-2024
    Local Time
    10:35 AM
    It is an artisan produced action for sure. Bogus stamped markings. It does look a little wonky overall. Fuzzy photos are always a red flag tor me.

    I enjoy many hours at the work bench making parts for my projects by hand using mainly hand tools, saws, drills, files. I can appreciated the craft in making these knock-offs. Actually, I am in usually in awe when I look at a decently made Khyber rifle.

    I have no idea as to how they would go about making a receiver body. Sand casting? The originals were hot drop forged and then were subject to multiple machining operations.

    I would just love to go visit a workshop where they make these.

    The saga of the SOG rifles has been well published.

    It would make a good paper weight.

  4. Avoid Ads - Become a Contributing Member - Click HERE
  5. #3
    Contributing Member CoatiMundi's Avatar
    Join Date
    Mar 2020
    Last On
    Today @ 08:15 AM
    Location
    Arizona, United States
    Posts
    137
    Local Date
    03-28-2024
    Local Time
    07:35 AM
    Thread Starter
    I have fabricated parts and done projects myself before and I can appreciate the time that was put into it. All those guys sitting around the floor of the blacksmith's shop, hand filing everything, trying to keep that long bit centered drilling out barrels!
    Don't know how else they would make the receivers besides maybe casting them.
    I was thinking about bidding on it, but right away it didn't look right.

  6. #4
    Contributing Member Brian B's Avatar
    Join Date
    Oct 2007
    Last On
    Today @ 10:34 AM
    Location
    ALTADENA, CA
    Posts
    360
    Real Name
    Brian Brown
    Local Date
    03-28-2024
    Local Time
    07:35 AM

  7. Thank You to Brian B For This Useful Post:


  8. #5
    Legacy Member 22SqnRAE's Avatar
    Join Date
    Feb 2017
    Last On
    09-27-2023 @ 11:49 PM
    Location
    Brisbane - the middle of right side of Oz
    Posts
    304
    Local Date
    03-29-2024
    Local Time
    12:35 AM
    FFS! It's cocked!

    What does it take to get through to the brain-dead that you close the bolt with the trigger depressed to close the action safely?

    And who sells an action without the essential front screw?

    Assessment: 100% dodgy...
    Trying to save Service history, one rifle at a time...

+ Reply to Thread

Similar Threads

  1. 4T with"DP" stamped on barrel, action and rear sight
    By Craig Eberhardt in forum The Lee Enfield Knowledge Library Collectors Forum
    Replies: 9
    Last Post: 02-11-2015, 07:58 PM
  2. Is it "cheating" to put shims between the forend and action on a No4?
    By louthepou in forum The Lee Enfield Knowledge Library Collectors Forum
    Replies: 3
    Last Post: 10-29-2011, 11:49 AM
  3. SAVAGE "S" in details, "ILCO butt trap", "P" on bayonet stud,what co. was ILCO?
    By Garandrew in forum The Lee Enfield Knowledge Library Collectors Forum
    Replies: 3
    Last Post: 11-15-2010, 07:48 PM

Tags for this Thread

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts