1933 Enfield No.4 Mk1(T) Sniper "Trials Rifle" Serial # A0507 (Converted by RSAF Enfield) c/w matching 1943 Model No.32 Mk.1 Scope Serial # 2597 (Mfg by William Watson & Son)
Caliber: ....................... .303 in. Rifling & Twist: ............. 5 Groove, Enfield, Left Hand Barrel Length: .............. 25.2 in. (640mm) Overall Length: ............ 44.5 in. (1130mm) Weight: ....................... 11 lb. 10 oz. (5.3kg) Magazine Capacity: ....... 10 rounds Rifle Converted: ............ by RSAF Enfield Rifle approval date: ...... February 12th, 1942 Scope: ........................ TEL. SGT. No.32 Mk 1 O.S. 466A Scope approval date: ... February 12th, 1942 (Mk I) Rifle Qty Mfg: ............... 1,403 of 2,500 original No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifles" converted to No.4(T)'s.
Source: .... The Lee-Enfield Story by Ian Skennerton (1993) - ISBN: 185367138X Source: .... An Armorer's Perspective: .303 No.4(T) Sniper Rifle by Laidler & Skennerton (1993) - ISBN: 0949749176
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1 1933 Enfield No.4 Mk1(T) Sniper "Trials Rifle" Serial # A0507 (Converted by RSAF Enfield) c/w matching 1943 Model No.32 Mk.1 Scope Serial # 2597 (Mfg by William Watson & Son)
2 1933 Enfield No.4 Mk1(T) Sniper "Trials Rifle" Serial # A0507 (Converted by RSAF Enfield) c/w matching 1943 Model No.32 Mk.1 Scope Serial # 2597 (Mfg by William Watson & Son)
3 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" showing hinged front barrel band, as well as an incorrect (home made?) "waisted" front sight protector.
4 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" showing hinged front barrel band, as well as an incorrect (home made?) "waisted" front sight protector.
5 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" showing hinged front barrel band, as well as an incorrect (home made?) "waisted" front sight protector.
6 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" showing hinged front barrel band, as well as an incorrect (home made?) "waisted" front sight protector.
7 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" showing hinged front barrel band, as well as an incorrect (home made?) "waisted" front sight protector.
8 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" showing an incorrect (home made?) "waisted" front sight protector. Note: lack of steps on inside of sight band.
9 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" showing an incorrect (home made?) "waisted" front sight protector. Note: lack of steps on inside of sight band.
10 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" showing an incorrect (home made?) "waisted" front sight protector. Note: lack of steps on inside of sight band.
11 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" showing an incorrect (home made?) "waisted" front sight protector. Note: lack of steps on inside of sight band.
12 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" showing an incorrect (home made?) "waisted" front sight protector. Note: lack of steps on inside of sight band.
13 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" showing an incorrect (home made?) "waisted" front sight protector. Note: lack of steps on inside of sight band.
14 British correct "waisted" front sight protectors. Note: pronounced steps on inside of sight band which cause the band to fit snug against barrel.
S.M. = Singer Mfg Co., Clydebank, Scotland
Pic courtesy of "Lance"
15 British correct "waisted" front sight protectors for SMLE Mk VI Trials rifle and No4. Mk1 Trials rifle. The SMLE protectors are not cut out to allow for the adjustment screw.
Note: pronounced steps on inside of sight band which cause the band to fit snug against barrel.
Pic courtesy of "Lance"
16 1941 Long Branch
Correct "waisted" front sight protector. Note: pronounced steps on inside of sight band which cause the band to fit snug against barrel.
Pic courtesy of "Superbee"
17 British correct "waisted" front sight protector. Note: pronounced steps on inside of sight band which cause the band to fit snug against barrel.
S.M. = Singer Mfg Co., Clydebank, Scotland
18 British correct "waisted" front sight protector. Note: pronounced steps on inside of sight band which cause the band to fit snug against barrel.
S.M. = Singer Mfg Co., Clydebank, Scotland
19 British correct "waisted" front sight protector. Note: pronounced steps on inside of sight band which cause the band to fit snug against barrel.
S.M. = Singer Mfg Co., Clydebank, Scotland
20 British correct "waisted" front sight protector. Note: pronounced steps on inside of sight band which cause the band to fit snug against barrel.
S.M. = Singer Mfg Co., Clydebank, Scotland
21 British correct "waisted" front sight protector. Note: pronounced steps on inside of sight band which cause the band to fit snug against barrel.
S.M. = Singer Mfg Co., Clydebank, Scotland
22 Enfield Inspector Mark "20"
Hinged front barrel band.
23 Enfield Inspector Mark "20"
Hinged front barrel band.
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31 Front pad for scope mount attachment.
Marked on top with Crown over ??/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
One of our Advisory Panel members commented "The front pad screws are replacements - at least the middle & rear ones. Look at them from the inner aspect of the receiver as well as 'face on'.
32 Front pad for scope mount attachment.
Marked on top with Crown over ??/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
One of our Advisory Panel members commented "The front pad screws are replacements - at least the middle & rear ones. Look at them from the inner aspect of the receiver as well as 'face on'.
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43 Skennerton says on Page 212 of the "The Lee Enfield" book that "On some of the 1933 dated No.4 rifles it has been noted that date seems to be an over stamp of an original 1931 date; these specific serial numbers fit into the 1930-31 series of No.4 rifles rather than being a new group, so it is assumed that these examples were from the earlier production run, perhaps updated to incorporate features of the later model, after the "C" pattern as described previously."
However, in examining closely the 1933 No.4 Mk1(T) "Trials Rifle" displayed in our photo pictorial, plus looking at Skennerton's pics, none of these 1933 receiver pics or drawings indicates that it has the last "1" over stamped with a "3". One can observe a slight vertical line which extends from the "E" in Enfield downward into the "3", but upon close inspection its actually an irregular metal flaw and not a "1" that's been over stamped.
So, what does all of this mean? To be honest, at this point I have...
44 Skennerton says on Page 212 of the "The Lee Enfield" book that "On some of the 1933 dated No.4 rifles it has been noted that date seems to be an over stamp of an original 1931 date; these specific serial numbers fit into the 1930-31 series of No.4 rifles rather than being a new group, so it is assumed that these examples were from the earlier production run, perhaps updated to incorporate features of the later model, after the "C" pattern as described previously."
However, in examining closely the 1933 No.4 Mk1(T) "Trials Rifle" displayed in our photo pictorial, plus looking at Skennerton's pics, none of these 1933 receiver pics or drawings indicates that it has the last "1" over stamped with a "3". One can observe a slight vertical line which extends from the "E" in Enfield downward into the "3", but upon close inspection its actually an irregular metal flaw and not a "1" that's been over stamped.
So, what does all of this mean? To be honest, at this point I have...
45 Skennerton says on Page 212 of the "The Lee Enfield" book that "On some of the 1933 dated No.4 rifles it has been noted that date seems to be an over stamp of an original 1931 date; these specific serial numbers fit into the 1930-31 series of No.4 rifles rather than being a new group, so it is assumed that these examples were from the earlier production run, perhaps updated to incorporate features of the later model, after the "C" pattern as described previously."
However, in examining closely the 1933 No.4 Mk1(T) "Trials Rifle" displayed in our photo pictorial, plus looking at Skennerton's pics, none of these 1933 receiver pics or drawings indicates that it has the last "1" over stamped with a "3". One can observe a slight vertical line which extends from the "E" in Enfield downward into the "3", but upon close inspection its actually an irregular metal flaw and not a "1" that's been over stamped.
So, what does all of this mean? To be honest, at this point I have...
46 Skennerton says on Page 212 of the "The Lee Enfield" book that "On some of the 1933 dated No.4 rifles it has been noted that date seems to be an over stamp of an original 1931 date; these specific serial numbers fit into the 1930-31 series of No.4 rifles rather than being a new group, so it is assumed that these examples were from the earlier production run, perhaps updated to incorporate features of the later model, after the "C" pattern as described previously."
However, in examining closely the 1933 No.4 Mk1(T) "Trials Rifle" displayed in our photo pictorial, plus looking at Skennerton's pics, none of these 1933 receiver pics or drawings indicates that it has the last "1" over stamped with a "3". One can observe a slight vertical line which extends from the "E" in Enfield downward into the "3", but upon close inspection its actually an irregular metal flaw and not a "1" that's been over stamped.
So, what does all of this mean? To be honest, at this point I have...
47 Skennerton says on Page 212 of the "The Lee Enfield" book that "On some of the 1933 dated No.4 rifles it has been noted that date seems to be an over stamp of an original 1931 date; these specific serial numbers fit into the 1930-31 series of No.4 rifles rather than being a new group, so it is assumed that these examples were from the earlier production run, perhaps updated to incorporate features of the later model, after the "C" pattern as described previously."
However, in examining closely the 1933 No.4 Mk1(T) "Trials Rifle" displayed in our photo pictorial, plus looking at Skennerton's pics, none of these 1933 receiver pics or drawings indicates that it has the last "1" over stamped with a "3". One can observe a slight vertical line which extends from the "E" in Enfield downward into the "3", but upon close inspection its actually an irregular metal flaw and not a "1" that's been over stamped.
So, what does all of this mean? To be honest, at this point I have...
48 Skennerton says on Page 212 of the "The Lee Enfield" book that "On some of the 1933 dated No.4 rifles it has been noted that date seems to be an over stamp of an original 1931 date; these specific serial numbers fit into the 1930-31 series of No.4 rifles rather than being a new group, so it is assumed that these examples were from the earlier production run, perhaps updated to incorporate features of the later model, after the "C" pattern as described previously."
However, in examining closely the 1933 No.4 Mk1(T) "Trials Rifle" displayed in our photo pictorial, plus looking at Skennerton's pics, none of these 1933 receiver pics or drawings indicates that it has the last "1" over stamped with a "3". One can observe a slight vertical line which extends from the "E" in Enfield downward into the "3", but upon close inspection its actually an irregular metal flaw and not a "1" that's been over stamped.
So, what does all of this mean? To be honest, at this point I have...
49 Skennerton says on Page 212 of the "The Lee Enfield" book that "On some of the 1933 dated No.4 rifles it has been noted that date seems to be an over stamp of an original 1931 date; these specific serial numbers fit into the 1930-31 series of No.4 rifles rather than being a new group, so it is assumed that these examples were from the earlier production run, perhaps updated to incorporate features of the later model, after the "C" pattern as described previously."
However, in examining closely the 1933 No.4 Mk1(T) "Trials Rifle" displayed in our photo pictorial, plus looking at Skennerton's pics, none of these 1933 receiver pics or drawings indicates that it has the last "1" over stamped with a "3". One can observe a slight vertical line which extends from the "E" in Enfield downward into the "3", but upon close inspection its actually an irregular metal flaw and not a "1" that's been over stamped.
So, what does all of this mean? To be honest, at this point I have...
50 Skennerton says on Page 212 of the "The Lee Enfield" book that "On some of the 1933 dated No.4 rifles it has been noted that date seems to be an over stamp of an original 1931 date; these specific serial numbers fit into the 1930-31 series of No.4 rifles rather than being a new group, so it is assumed that these examples were from the earlier production run, perhaps updated to incorporate features of the later model, after the "C" pattern as described previously."
However, in examining closely the 1933 No.4 Mk1(T) "Trials Rifle" displayed in our photo pictorial, plus looking at Skennerton's pics, none of these 1933 receiver pics or drawings indicates that it has the last "1" over stamped with a "3". One can observe a slight vertical line which extends from the "E" in Enfield downward into the "3", but upon close inspection its actually an irregular metal flaw and not a "1" that's been over stamped.
So, what does all of this mean? To be honest, at this point I have...
51 Skennerton says on Page 212 of the "The Lee Enfield" book that "On some of the 1933 dated No.4 rifles it has been noted that date seems to be an over stamp of an original 1931 date; these specific serial numbers fit into the 1930-31 series of No.4 rifles rather than being a new group, so it is assumed that these examples were from the earlier production run, perhaps updated to incorporate features of the later model, after the "C" pattern as described previously."
However, in examining closely the 1933 No.4 Mk1(T) "Trials Rifle" displayed in our photo pictorial, plus looking at Skennerton's pics, none of these 1933 receiver pics or drawings indicates that it has the last "1" over stamped with a "3". One can observe a slight vertical line which extends from the "E" in Enfield downward into the "3", but upon close inspection its actually an irregular metal flaw and not a "1" that's been over stamped.
So, what does all of this mean? To be honest, at this point I have...
52 Skennerton says on Page 212 of the "The Lee Enfield" book that "On some of the 1933 dated No.4 rifles it has been noted that date seems to be an over stamp of an original 1931 date; these specific serial numbers fit into the 1930-31 series of No.4 rifles rather than being a new group, so it is assumed that these examples were from the earlier production run, perhaps updated to incorporate features of the later model, after the "C" pattern as described previously."
However, in examining closely the 1933 No.4 Mk1(T) "Trials Rifle" displayed in our photo pictorial, plus looking at Skennerton's pics, none of these 1933 receiver pics or drawings indicates that it has the last "1" over stamped with a "3". One can observe a slight vertical line which extends from the "E" in Enfield downward into the "3", but upon close inspection its actually an irregular metal flaw and not a "1" that's been over stamped.
So, what does all of this mean? To be honest, at this point I have...
53 Safety Lever
Marked on top with Crown over ??/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production)
"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.
54 Safety Lever
Marked on top with Crown over ??/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production)
"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.
55 Safety Lever
Marked on top with Crown over ??/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production)
"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.
56 Modified Rear Sight (battle sight removed)
This appears to be faked. It is a Fazakerley rear sight that has been crudely stamped to appear as if it's RSAF Enfield Proof Marked?
57 Modified Rear Sight (battle sight removed)
This appears to be faked. It is a Fazakerley rear sight that has been crudely stamped to appear as if it's RSAF Enfield Proof Marked?
58 Modified Rear Sight (battle sight removed)
This appears to be faked. It is a Fazakerley rear sight that has been crudely stamped to appear as if it's RSAF Enfield Proof Marked?
59 Modified Rear Sight (battle sight removed)
This appears to be faked. It is a Fazakerley rear sight that has been crudely stamped to appear as if it's RSAF Enfield Proof Marked?
60 Modified Rear Sight (battle sight removed)
This appears to be faked. It is a Fazakerley rear sight that has been crudely stamped to appear as if it's RSAF Enfield Proof Marked?
61 Correctly marked RSAF Enfield rear sight.
Pic courtesy of "Lance"
62 Correctly marked RSAF Enfield rear sight.
Pic courtesy of "Lance"
63 Correctly marked RSAF Enfield rear sight.
Pic courtesy of "Lance"
64 Front pad for scope mount attachment.
Marked on top with Crown over ??/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
The front pad screws are replacements - at least the middle & rear ones. Look at them from the inner aspect of the receiver as well as 'face on'.
65 Front pad for scope mount attachment.
Marked on top with Crown over ??/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
The front pad screws are replacements - at least the middle & rear ones. Look at them from the inner aspect of the receiver as well as 'face on'.
66 Front pad for scope mount attachment.
Marked on top with Crown over ??/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
The front pad screws are replacements - at least the middle & rear ones. Look at them from the inner aspect of the receiver as well as 'face on'.
67 Receiver Inspection Marking
Crown over W3
68 Receiver Inspection Marking
Crown over W3
69 Receiver Inspection Marking
Crown over W3
70 Receiver Inspection Marking
Crown over W3
71 Crown over ?4/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
"Crossed Pennants" = Feature of bolt proof
"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.
72 Crown over ?4/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
"Crossed Pennants" = Feature of bolt proof
"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.
73 The original W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope matched to this No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" rifle Serial #A0507 was scope Serial #1161.
The original scope has been replaced with the current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597 and matched once again with this same No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" Serial #A0507. To be correct, the #1161 should have been cancelled out with horizontal lines through the number, which has not been done here. It has since been confirmed that this current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597, scope bracket and Case No.8 are KNOWN to not be original to the rifle, having been added and #2597 stamped on the wrist and scope mount recently.
74 The original W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope matched to this No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" rifle Serial #A0507 was scope Serial #1161.
The original scope has been replaced with the current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597 and matched once again with this same No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" Serial #A0507. To be correct, the #1161 should have been cancelled out with horizontal lines through the number, which has not been done here. It has since been confirmed that this current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597, scope bracket and Case No.8 are KNOWN to not be original to the rifle, having been added and #2597 stamped on the wrist and scope mount recently.
75 Rounded Cocking Piece
76 The original W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope matched to this No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" rifle Serial #A0507 was scope Serial #1161.
The original scope has been replaced with the current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597 and matched once again with this same No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" Serial #A0507. To be correct, the #1161 should have been cancelled out with horizontal lines through the number, which has not been done here. It has since been confirmed that this current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597, scope bracket and Case No.8 are KNOWN to not be original to the rifle, having been added and #2597 stamped on the wrist and scope mount recently.
77 Bolt Handle
Serial # A0507
Crown over 3C/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
"Crossed Pennants" = Feature of bolt proof
78 Bolt Handle
Serial # A0507
Crown over 3C/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
"Crossed Pennants" = Feature of bolt proof
79 Bolt Handle
Serial # A0507
Crown over 3C/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
"Crossed Pennants" = Feature of bolt proof
80 Various Enfield Inspection Markings
Crown over ??/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
81 Various Enfield Inspection Markings
Crown over ??/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
82 Various Enfield Inspection Markings
Crown over ??/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
83 Bolt Handle
Serial # A0507
Crown over 3C/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
"Crossed Pennants" = Feature of bolt proof
84 Bolt Handle
Serial # A0507
Crown over 3C/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
"Crossed Pennants" = Feature of bolt proof
85 Various Enfield Inspection Markings
Crown over ??/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
86 Various Enfield Inspection Markings
Crown over ??/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
87 Top of Butt Plate
Crown over 18/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
88 Top of Butt Plate
Crown over 18/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
89 Top of Butt Plate
Crown over 18/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
90 Top of Butt Plate
Crown over 18/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
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100 The original W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope matched to this No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" rifle Serial #A0507 was scope Serial #1161.
The original scope has been replaced with the current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597 and matched once again with this same No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" Serial #A0507. To be correct, the #1161 should have been cancelled out with horizontal lines through the number, which has not been done here. It has since been confirmed that this current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597, scope bracket and Case No.8 are KNOWN to not be original to the rifle, having been added and #2597 stamped on the wrist and scope mount recently.
The screws holding the rings together are way too long. Normally the screws come out of the mount no more than one rotation of the thread.
101 The original W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope matched to this No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" rifle Serial #A0507 was scope Serial #1161.
The original scope has been replaced with the current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597 and matched once again with this same No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" Serial #A0507. To be correct, the #1161 should have been cancelled out with horizontal lines through the number, which has not been done here. It has since been confirmed that this current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597, scope bracket and Case No.8 are KNOWN to not be original to the rifle, having been added and #2597 stamped on the wrist and scope mount recently.
The screws holding the rings together are way too long. Normally the screws come out of the mount no more than one rotation of the thread.
102 The original W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope matched to this No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" rifle Serial #A0507 was scope Serial #1161.
The original scope has been replaced with the current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597 and matched once again with this same No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" Serial #A0507. To be correct, the #1161 should have been cancelled out with horizontal lines through the number, which has not been done here. It has since been confirmed that this current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597, scope bracket and Case No.8 are KNOWN to not be original to the rifle, having been added and #2597 stamped on the wrist and scope mount recently.
The screws holding the rings together are way too long. Normally the screws come out of the mount no more than one rotation of the thread.
103 The original W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope matched to this No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" rifle Serial #A0507 was scope Serial #1161.
The original scope has been replaced with the current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597 and matched once again with this same No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" Serial #A0507. To be correct, the #1161 should have been cancelled out with horizontal lines through the number, which has not been done here. It has since been confirmed that this current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597, scope bracket and Case No.8 are KNOWN to not be original to the rifle, having been added and #2597 stamped on the wrist and scope mount recently.
The screws holding the rings together are way too long. Normally the screws come out of the mount no more than one rotation of the thread.
104 The original W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope matched to this No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" rifle Serial #A0507 was scope Serial #1161.
The original scope has been replaced with the current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597 and matched once again with this same No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" Serial #A0507. To be correct, the #1161 should have been cancelled out with horizontal lines through the number, which has not been done here. It has since been confirmed that this current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597, scope bracket and Case No.8 are KNOWN to not be original to the rifle, having been added and #2597 stamped on the wrist and scope mount recently.
The screws holding the rings together are way too long. Normally the screws come out of the mount no more than one rotation of the thread.
105 The original W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope matched to this No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" rifle Serial #A0507 was scope Serial #1161.
The original scope has been replaced with the current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597 and matched once again with this same No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" Serial #A0507. To be correct, the #1161 should have been cancelled out with horizontal lines through the number, which has not been done here. It has since been confirmed that this current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597, scope bracket and Case No.8 are KNOWN to not be original to the rifle, having been added and #2597 stamped on the wrist and scope mount recently.
106 The original W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope matched to this No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" rifle Serial #A0507 was scope Serial #1161.
The original scope has been replaced with the current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597 and matched once again with this same No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" Serial #A0507. To be correct, the #1161 should have been cancelled out with horizontal lines through the number, which has not been done here. It has since been confirmed that this current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597, scope bracket and Case No.8 are KNOWN to not be original to the rifle, having been added and #2597 stamped on the wrist and scope mount recently.
107 The original W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope matched to this No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" rifle Serial #A0507 was scope Serial #1161.
The original scope has been replaced with the current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597 and matched once again with this same No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" Serial #A0507. To be correct, the #1161 should have been cancelled out with horizontal lines through the number, which has not been done here. It has since been confirmed that this current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597, scope bracket and Case No.8 are KNOWN to not be original to the rifle, having been added and #2597 stamped on the wrist and scope mount recently.
Crown over ??/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
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119 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" showing hinged front barrel band, as well as an incorrect (home made?) "waisted" front sight protector.
S.M. = Singer Mfg Co., Clydebank, Scotland
120 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" showing hinged front barrel band, as well as an incorrect (home made?) "waisted" front sight protector.
S.M. = Singer Mfg Co., Clydebank, Scotland
121 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" showing hinged front barrel band, as well as an incorrect (home made?) "waisted" front sight protector.
S.M. = Singer Mfg Co., Clydebank, Scotland
122 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" showing hinged front barrel band, as well as an incorrect (home made?) "waisted" front sight protector.
S.M. = Singer Mfg Co., Clydebank, Scotland
123 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" showing hinged front barrel band, as well as an incorrect (home made?) "waisted" front sight protector.
124 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" showing hinged front barrel band, as well as an incorrect (home made?) "waisted" front sight protector.
S.M. = Singer Mfg Co., Clydebank, Scotland
125 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" showing hinged front barrel band, as well as an incorrect (home made?) "waisted" front sight protector.
S.M. = Singer Mfg Co., Clydebank, Scotland
126 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" showing hinged front barrel band, as well as an incorrect (home made?) "waisted" front sight protector.
S.M. = Singer Mfg Co., Clydebank, Scotland
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129 The original W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope matched to this No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" rifle Serial #A0507 was scope Serial #1161.
The original scope has been replaced with the current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597 and matched once again with this same No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" Serial #A0507. To be correct, the #1161 should have been cancelled out with horizontal lines through the number, which has not been done here. It has since been confirmed that this current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597, scope bracket and Case No.8 are KNOWN to not be original to the rifle, having been added and #2597 stamped on the wrist and scope mount recently.
130 The original W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope matched to this No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" rifle Serial #A0507 was scope Serial #1161.
The original scope has been replaced with the current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597 and matched once again with this same No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" Serial #A0507. To be correct, the #1161 should have been cancelled out with horizontal lines through the number, which has not been done here. It has since been confirmed that this current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597, scope bracket and Case No.8 are KNOWN to not be original to the rifle, having been added and #2597 stamped on the wrist and scope mount recently.
131 The original W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope matched to this No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" rifle Serial #A0507 was scope Serial #1161.
The original scope has been replaced with the current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597 and matched once again with this same No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" Serial #A0507. To be correct, the #1161 should have been cancelled out with horizontal lines through the number, which has not been done here. It has since been confirmed that this current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597, scope bracket and Case No.8 are KNOWN to not be original to the rifle, having been added and #2597 stamped on the wrist and scope mount recently.
132 The original W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope matched to this No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" rifle Serial #A0507 was scope Serial #1161.
The original scope has been replaced with the current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597 and matched once again with this same No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" Serial #A0507. To be correct, the #1161 should have been cancelled out with horizontal lines through the number, which has not been done here. It has since been confirmed that this current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597, scope bracket and Case No.8 are KNOWN to not be original to the rifle, having been added and #2597 stamped on the wrist and scope mount recently.
133 The original W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope matched to this No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" rifle Serial #A0507 was scope Serial #1161.
The original scope has been replaced with the current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597 and matched once again with this same No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" Serial #A0507. To be correct, the #1161 should have been cancelled out with horizontal lines through the number, which has not been done here. It has since been confirmed that this current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597, scope bracket and Case No.8 are KNOWN to not be original to the rifle, having been added and #2597 stamped on the wrist and scope mount recently.
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135 The original W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope matched to this No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" rifle Serial #A0507 was scope Serial #1161.
The original scope has been replaced with the current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597 and matched once again with this same No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" Serial #A0507. Normally the #1161 should be cancelled out with horizontal lines through the number, which has not been done here?
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139 Stamped "England" on knox form indicating country of origin on exported firearms.
The No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifles" all used a stamped sheet metal cut-off, as opposed to the forged ones on the earlier rifles. You can tell the difference by looking at the round part that forms the grip. The early style is solid with a hole drilled in it, while the sheet metal unit has a gap where it was rolled over to form the round part.
According to Skennerton's book "The British Sniper", the latter was removed during the conversion, but recent evidence shows this may not be the case.
This rifle has a correct style original one added back to reflect it's 1933 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" heritage.
140 Stamped "England" on knox form indicating country of origin on exported firearms.
The No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifles" all used a stamped sheet metal cut-off, as opposed to the forged ones on the earlier rifles. You can tell the difference by looking at the round part that forms the grip. The early style is solid with a hole drilled in it, while the sheet metal unit has a gap where it was rolled over to form the round part.
According to Skennerton's book "The British Sniper", the latter was removed during the conversion, but recent evidence shows this may not be the case.
This rifle has a correct style original one added back to reflect it's 1933 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" heritage.
141 The No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifles" all used a stamped sheet metal cut-off, as opposed to the forged ones on the earlier rifles. You can tell the difference by looking at the round part that forms the grip. The early style is solid with a hole drilled in it, while the sheet metal unit has a gap where it was rolled over to form the round part.
142 The No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifles" all used a stamped sheet metal cut-off, as opposed to the forged ones on the earlier rifles. You can tell the difference by looking at the round part that forms the grip. The early style is solid with a hole drilled in it, while the sheet metal unit has a gap where it was rolled over to form the round part.
143 The No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifles" all used a stamped sheet metal cut-off, as opposed to the forged ones on the earlier rifles. You can tell the difference by looking at the round part that forms the grip. The early style is solid with a hole drilled in it, while the sheet metal unit has a gap where it was rolled over to form the round part.
144 The No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifles" all used a stamped sheet metal cut-off, as opposed to the forged ones on the earlier rifles. You can tell the difference by looking at the round part that forms the grip. The early style is solid with a hole drilled in it, while the sheet metal unit has a gap where it was rolled over to form the round part.
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147 S.M. = Singer Mfg Co., Clydebank, Scotland
148 S.M. = Singer Mfg Co., Clydebank, Scotland
149 Underside of forestock
Unreadable numbers, plus what appears to be an "S"?
"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.
Although the color, grain and aging of this wood matches the rest of the rifle, it's possible that this piece of wood may have been replaced?
150 Underside of forestock
Unreadable numbers, plus what appears to be an "S"?
"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.
Although the color, grain and aging of this wood matches the rest of the rifle, it's possible that this piece of wood may have been replaced?
151 Underside of forestock
Unreadable numbers, plus what appears to be an "S"?
"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.
Although the color, grain and aging of this wood matches the rest of the rifle, it's possible that this piece of wood may have been replaced?
152 Underside of forestock
Unreadable numbers, plus what appears to be an "S"?
"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.
Although the color, grain and aging of this wood matches the rest of the rifle, it's possible that this piece of wood may have been replaced?
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157 Crown over 3C/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.
158 Crown over 3C/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.
159 Magazine
M/38 = British Eagle Industries Ltd., Birmingham
"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.
160 Magazine
M/38 = British Eagle Industries Ltd., Birmingham
"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.
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162 Underside of Magazine Cut-off
Enfield marking and inspector number 29
"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.
The No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifles" all used a stamped sheet metal cut-off, as opposed to the forged ones on the earlier rifles. You can tell the difference by looking at the round part that forms the grip. The early style is solid with a hole drilled in it, while the sheet metal unit has a gap where it was rolled over to form the round part.
163 Underside of Magazine Cut-off
Enfield marking and inspector number 29
"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.
The No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifles" all used a stamped sheet metal cut-off, as opposed to the forged ones on the earlier rifles. You can tell the difference by looking at the round part that forms the grip. The early style is solid with a hole drilled in it, while the sheet metal unit has a gap where it was rolled over to form the round part.
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166 Enfield factory markings and inspector number 13
"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.
167 Enfield factory markings and inspector number 13
"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.
168 Enfield factory markings and inspector number 13
"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.
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170 Enfield factory markings and inspector number's 33 & 58
"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.
171 Enfield factory markings and inspector number's 33 & 58
"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.
172 Enfield factory markings and inspector number's 33 & 58
"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.
173 Enfield factory markings and inspector number's 33 & 58
"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.
174 1933 Enfield No.4 Mk1(T) Sniper "Trials Rifle" Serial # A0507 (Converted by RSAF Enfield) c/w matching 1943 Model No.32 Mk.1 Scope Serial # 2597 (Mfg by William Watson & Son)
175 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" showing hinged front barrel band, as well as an incorrect (home made?) "waisted" front sight protector.
176 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" showing hinged front barrel band, as well as an incorrect (home made?) "waisted" front sight protector.
177 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" showing hinged front barrel band, as well as an incorrect (home made?) "waisted" front sight protector.
178 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" showing hinged front barrel band, as well as an incorrect (home made?) "waisted" front sight protector.
179 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" showing hinged front barrel band, as well as an incorrect (home made?) "waisted" front sight protector.
180 "BNP" ".303" "2.22" on barrel and under that "18.5" TONS", means that this rifle was tested for safety by Birmingham Proof House showing caliber and chamber length. As required by British law, any firearm offered for commercial sale (regardless of military proofing) has to undergo a pressure test. Passed firearms were stamped, usually on the barrel and receiver.
181 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" showing hinged front barrel band, as well as an incorrect (home made?) "waisted" front sight protector.
182 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" showing hinged front barrel band, as well as an incorrect (home made?) "waisted" front sight protector.
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185 Middle Band
Crown over 41/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.
186 Middle Band
Crown over 41/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.
187 Middle Band
Crown over 41/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.
Crown over ??/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
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194 The "P" proof is the stamped greek letter "phi" surmounted by a Crown, which is an export proof placed on the receiver and bolt on some rifles, usually accompanied with the "ENGLAND" stamp.
195 The "P" proof is the stamped greek letter "phi" surmounted by a Crown, which is an export proof placed on the receiver and bolt on some rifles, usually accompanied with the "ENGLAND" stamp.
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198 The No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifles" all used a stamped sheet metal cut-off, as opposed to the forged ones on the earlier rifles. You can tell the difference by looking at the round part that forms the grip. The early style is solid with a hole drilled in it, while the sheet metal unit has a gap where it was rolled over to form the round part.
199 The No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifles" all used a stamped sheet metal cut-off, as opposed to the forged ones on the earlier rifles. You can tell the difference by looking at the round part that forms the grip. The early style is solid with a hole drilled in it, while the sheet metal unit has a gap where it was rolled over to form the round part.
200 The No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifles" all used a stamped sheet metal cut-off, as opposed to the forged ones on the earlier rifles. You can tell the difference by looking at the round part that forms the grip. The early style is solid with a hole drilled in it, while the sheet metal unit has a gap where it was rolled over to form the round part.
201 Chamber and barrel show signs of wear from shooting.
202 Bolt Head #1
The face of this bolt shows little, if no wear at all.
203 The No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifles" all used a stamped sheet metal cut-off, as opposed to the forged ones on the earlier rifles. You can tell the difference by looking at the round part that forms the grip. The early style is solid with a hole drilled in it, while the sheet metal unit has a gap where it was rolled over to form the round part.
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206 Crown over 18/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.
207 Crown over 18/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.
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215 Reverse side of butt disc.
"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.
216 Reverse side of butt disc.
"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.
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218 The original W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope matched to this No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" rifle Serial #A0507 was scope Serial #1161.
The original scope has been replaced with the current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597 and matched once again with this same No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" Serial #A0507. To be correct, the #1161 should have been cancelled out with horizontal lines through the number, which has not been done here. It has since been confirmed that this current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597, scope bracket and Case No.8 are KNOWN to not be original to the rifle, having been added and #2597 stamped on the wrist and scope mount recently.
219 Scope covers are not original, but are off an L42A1 contract, as indicated by the NATO stock number stamped on strap.
220 Scope covers are not original, but are off an L42A1 contract, as indicated by the NATO stock number stamped on strap.
221 Scope covers are not original, but are off an L42A1 contract, as indicated by the NATO stock number stamped on strap.
This appears to be faked. It is a Fazakerley rear sight that has been crudely stamped to appear as if it's RSAF Enfield Proof Marked?
240 Modified Rear Sight (battle sight removed)
This appears to be faked. It is a Fazakerley rear sight that has been crudely stamped to appear as if it's RSAF Enfield Proof Marked?
241 The original W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope matched to this No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" rifle Serial #A0507 was scope Serial #1161.
The original scope has been replaced with the current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597 and matched once again with this same No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" Serial #A0507. To be correct, the #1161 should have been cancelled out with horizontal lines through the number, which has not been done here. It has since been confirmed that this current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597, scope bracket and Case No.8 are KNOWN to not be original to the rifle, having been added and #2597 stamped on the wrist and scope mount recently.
242 The original W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope matched to this No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" rifle Serial #A0507 was scope Serial #1161.
The original scope has been replaced with the current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597 and matched once again with this same No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" Serial #A0507. To be correct, the #1161 should have been cancelled out with horizontal lines through the number, which has not been done here. It has since been confirmed that this current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597, scope bracket and Case No.8 are KNOWN to not be original to the rifle, having been added and #2597 stamped on the wrist and scope mount recently.
243 The original W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope matched to this No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" rifle Serial #A0507 was scope Serial #1161.
The original scope has been replaced with the current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597 and matched once again with this same No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" Serial #A0507. To be correct, the #1161 should have been cancelled out with horizontal lines through the number, which has not been done here. It has since been confirmed that this current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597, scope bracket and Case No.8 are KNOWN to not be original to the rifle, having been added and #2597 stamped on the wrist and scope mount recently.
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246 The original W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope matched to this No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" rifle Serial #A0507 was scope Serial #1161.
The original scope has been replaced with the current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597 and matched once again with this same No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" Serial #A0507.
Label may be correct, but the rifle data printing seems unusual due to the use of "#" sign.
Experienced Enfield collectors have never seen it used as shown here. Amourers always used "No." instead of "#" sign. Also, the paper also does not look aged enough.
247 Modern reproduction of a No.32 Mk1 Sight Adjusting Tool.
248 LABEL R339. A. METHOD OF ADJUSTING THE POSITION OF THE GRADUATED SCALE RINGS ONMK2/1 & MK3 No32 TELESCOPES.
Original instruction pamphlet laying loose (unattached) in bottom of scope can. Since the rifle scope is a No.32 Mk1, I'm not sure if this pamphlet was originally part of this scope can or not.
249 LABEL R339. A. METHOD OF ADJUSTING THE POSITION OF THE GRADUATED SCALE RINGS ONMK2/1 & MK3 No32 TELESCOPES.
Original instruction pamphlet laying loose (unattached) in bottom of scope can. Since the rifle scope is a No.32 Mk1, I'm not sure if this pamphlet was originally part of this scope can or not.
250 LABEL R339. A. METHOD OF ADJUSTING THE POSITION OF THE GRADUATED SCALE RINGS ONMK2/1 & MK3 No32 TELESCOPES.
Original instruction pamphlet laying loose (unattached) in bottom of scope can. Since the rifle scope is a No.32 Mk1, I'm not sure if this pamphlet was originally part of this scope can or not.
251 The original W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope matched to this No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" rifle Serial #A0507 was scope Serial #1161.
The original scope has been replaced with the current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597 and matched once again with this same No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" Serial #A0507. To be correct, the #1161 should have been cancelled out with horizontal lines through the number, which has not been done here. It has since been confirmed that this current W. Watson & Sons No.32 Mk1 scope Serial #2597, scope bracket and Case No.8 are KNOWN to not be original to the rifle, having been added and #2597 stamped on the wrist and scope bracket recently.
This scope mount appears too pretty. Originally, the mounts were cast metal that were then finished in a milling machine at the critical points (rings and rifle attach points). Outer finish is usually very irregular showing at most some hand file marks.
The rifle serial number h...
252 LABEL R339. A. METHOD OF ADJUSTING THE POSITION OF THE GRADUATED SCALE RINGS ONMK2/1 & MK3 No32 TELESCOPES.
Original instruction pamphlet laying loose (unattached) in bottom of scope can. Since the rifle scope is a No.32 Mk1, I'm not sure if this pamphlet was originally part of this scope can or not.
253 LABEL R339. A. METHOD OF ADJUSTING THE POSITION OF THE GRADUATED SCALE RINGS ONMK2/1 & MK3 No32 TELESCOPES.
Original instruction pamphlet laying loose (unattached) in bottom of scope can. Since the rifle scope is a No.32 Mk1, I'm not sure if this pamphlet was originally part of this scope can or not.
254 LABEL R339. A. METHOD OF ADJUSTING THE POSITION OF THE GRADUATED SCALE RINGS ONMK2/1 & MK3 No32 TELESCOPES.
Original instruction pamphlet laying loose (unattached) in bottom of scope can. Since the rifle scope is a No.32 Mk1, I'm not sure if this pamphlet was originally part of this scope can or not.
255 LABEL R339. A. METHOD OF ADJUSTING THE POSITION OF THE GRADUATED SCALE RINGS ONMK2/1 & MK3 No32 TELESCOPES.
Original instruction pamphlet laying loose (unattached) in bottom of scope can. Since the rifle scope is a No.32 Mk1, I'm not sure if this pamphlet was originally part of this scope can or not.
The rifle serial number on outside of can looks strange but could be correct. Only way to add more info would be to remove a little bit of the white and test using a lead paint test kit, which should indicate positive.
The rifle serial number on outside of can looks strange but could be correct. Only way to add more info would be to remove a little bit of the white and test using a lead paint test kit, which should indicate positive.
The rifle serial number on outside of can looks strange but could be correct. Only way to add more info would be to remove a little bit of the white and test using a lead paint test kit, which should indicate positive.
The rifle serial number on outside of can looks strange but could be correct. Only way to add more info would be to remove a little bit of the white and test using a lead paint test kit, which should indicate positive.
The rifle serial number on outside of can looks strange but could be correct. Only way to add more info would be to remove a little bit of the white and test using a lead paint test kit, which should indicate positive.
The rifle serial number on outside of can looks strange but could be correct. Only way to add more info would be to remove a little bit of the white and test using a lead paint test kit, which should indicate positive.
262 Bolt Assembly (Rounded Cocking Piece)
263 Crown over ?4/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
"Crossed Pennants" = Feature of bolt proof
"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.
264 Crown over ?4/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
"Crossed Pennants" = Feature of bolt proof
"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.
265 Bolt Head #1
The face of this bolt shows little, if no wear at all.
266 SBN165 = "Steel Batch Number" 165
(Possibly a marking used to identify different steel mixtures used in the manufacture of bolts for the "Trials Rifles")
267 SBN165 = "Steel Batch Number" 165
(Possibly a marking used to identify different steel mixtures used in the manufacture of bolts for the "Trials Rifles")
268 SBN165 = "Steel Batch Number" 165
(Possibly a marking used to identify different steel mixtures used in the manufacture of bolts for the "Trials Rifles")
269 Crown over 18/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.
270 Crown over 18/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.
271 The "P" proof is the stamped greek letter "phi" surmounted by a Crown, which is an export proof placed on the receiver and bolt on some rifles, usually accompanied with the "ENGLAND" stamp.
272 The "P" proof is the stamped greek letter "phi" surmounted by a Crown, which is an export proof placed on the receiver and bolt on some rifles, usually accompanied with the "ENGLAND" stamp.
273 Bolt Handle
Serial # A0507
Crown over 3C/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
"Crossed Pennants" = Feature of bolt proof
274 Bolt Handle
Serial # A0507
Crown over 3C/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
"Crossed Pennants" = Feature of bolt proof
275 Bolt Handle
Serial # A0507
Crown over 3C/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
"Crossed Pennants" = Feature of bolt proof
276 Bolt Handle
Serial # A0507
Crown over 3C/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
"Crossed Pennants" = Feature of bolt proof
277 Bolt Handle
Serial # A0507
Crown over 3C/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
"Crossed Pennants" = Feature of bolt proof
278 Picture from "The Lee Enfield" by Skennerton (Page 212)
"1933 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle Serial No. A0902"
279 Picture from "The Lee Enfield" by Skennerton (Page 212)
"1933 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle Serial No. A0902"
280 Drawing from "The Lee Enfield" by Skennerton (Page 211)
"1931 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle Serial No. A0485"
281 Original Barrel
1930 dated barrel for No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" and serial number matched to rifle A0507
Crown over 64/E and Crown over ?9/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
Crown over "GR" and "Crossed Pennants" over "P" = Feature of barrel proofing
282 Original Barrel
1930 dated barrel for No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" and serial number matched to rifle A0507
Crown over 64/E and Crown over ?9/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
Crown over "GR" and "Crossed Pennants" over "P" = Feature of barrel proofing
283 Original Barrel
1930 dated barrel for No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" and serial number matched to rifle A0507
Crown over 64/E and Crown over ?9/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
Crown over "GR" and "Crossed Pennants" over "P" = Feature of barrel proofing
284 Original Barrel
1930 dated barrel for No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" and serial number matched to rifle A0507
Crown over 64/E and Crown over ?9/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
Crown over "GR" and "Crossed Pennants" over "P" = Feature of barrel proofing
285 Original Barrel
1930 dated barrel for No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" and serial number matched to rifle A0507
Crown over 64/E and Crown over ?9/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
Crown over "GR" and "Crossed Pennants" over "P" = Feature of barrel proofing
286 Original Barrel
1930 dated barrel for No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" and serial number matched to rifle A0507
Crown over 64/E and Crown over ?9/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
Crown over "GR" and "Crossed Pennants" over "P" = Feature of barrel proofing
287 Original Barrel
1930 dated barrel for No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" and serial number matched to rifle A0507
Crown over 64/E and Crown over ?9/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
Crown over "GR" and "Crossed Pennants" over "P" = Feature of barrel proofing
288 Original Barrel
1930 dated barrel for No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" and serial number matched to rifle A0507
Crown over 64/E and Crown over ?9/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
Crown over "GR" and "Crossed Pennants" over "P" = Feature of barrel proofing
289 Original Barrel
1930 dated barrel for No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" and serial number matched to rifle A0507
Crown over 64/E and Crown over ?9/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
Crown over "GR" and "Crossed Pennants" over "P" = Feature of barrel proofing
290 Original Barrel
1930 dated barrel for No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" and serial number matched to rifle A0507
Crown over 64/E and Crown over ?9/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).
Crown over "GR" and "Crossed Pennants" over "P" = Feature of barrel proofing
