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1933 Enfield No.4 Mk1(T) "Trials Rifle"
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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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)


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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)


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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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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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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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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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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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No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" showing an incorrect (home made?) "waisted" front sight protector. Note: lack of steps on inside of sight band.

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No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" showing an incorrect (home made?) "waisted" front sight protector. Note: lack of steps on inside of sight band.

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No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" showing an incorrect (home made?) "waisted" front sight protector. Note: lack of steps on inside of sight band.

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No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" showing an incorrect (home made?) "waisted" front sight protector. Note: lack of steps on inside of sight band.

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No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" showing an incorrect (home made?) "waisted" front sight protector. Note: lack of steps on inside of sight band.

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No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" showing an incorrect (home made?) "waisted" front sight protector. Note: lack of steps on inside of sight band.

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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"


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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"


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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"


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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Enfield Inspector Mark "20"

Hinged front barrel band.


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Enfield Inspector Mark "20"

Hinged front barrel band.


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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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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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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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...


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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.


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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.


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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.


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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?


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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?


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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?


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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?


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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?


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Correctly marked RSAF Enfield rear sight.

Pic courtesy of "Lance"


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Correctly marked RSAF Enfield rear sight.

Pic courtesy of "Lance"


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Correctly marked RSAF Enfield rear sight.

Pic courtesy of "Lance"


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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'.


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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'.


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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'.


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Receiver Inspection Marking

Crown over W3


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Receiver Inspection Marking

Crown over W3


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Receiver Inspection Marking

Crown over W3


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Receiver Inspection Marking

Crown over W3


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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.


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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.


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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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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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Rounded Cocking Piece

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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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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


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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


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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


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Various Enfield Inspection Markings

Crown over ??/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).


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Various Enfield Inspection Markings

Crown over ??/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).


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Various Enfield Inspection Markings

Crown over ??/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).


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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


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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


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Various Enfield Inspection Markings

Crown over ??/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).


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Various Enfield Inspection Markings

Crown over ??/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).


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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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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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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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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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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.


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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.


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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.


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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.


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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.


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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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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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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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Trigger (left side)
Magazine Release (left side)

Various Enfield Inspection Markings

Crown over ??/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).


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Trigger (left side)
Magazine Release (left side)

Various Enfield Inspection Markings

Crown over ??/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).


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Trigger (left side)
Magazine Release (left side)

Various Enfield Inspection Markings

Crown over ??/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).


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Trigger (left side)
Magazine Release (left side)

Various Enfield Inspection Markings

Crown over ??/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).


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Trigger (left side)
Magazine Release (left side)

Various Enfield Inspection Markings

Crown over ??/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).


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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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.

Refer to MKL article No. 4 Mk I (T), ex-Trials Rifle - Cut-off - Off or On? by Advisory Panel Member Terry Hawker.

This rifle has a correct style original one added back to reflect it's 1933 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" heritage.


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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.

Refer to MKL article No. 4 Mk I (T), ex-Trials Rifle - Cut-off - Off or On? by Advisory Panel Member Terry Hawker.

This rifle has a correct style original one added back to reflect it's 1933 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle" heritage.


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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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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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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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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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S.M. = Singer Mfg Co., Clydebank, Scotland

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S.M. = Singer Mfg Co., Clydebank, Scotland

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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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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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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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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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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.


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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.


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Magazine

M/38 = British Eagle Industries Ltd., Birmingham

"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.


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Magazine

M/38 = British Eagle Industries Ltd., Birmingham

"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.


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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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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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Enfield factory markings and inspector number 13

"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.


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Enfield factory markings and inspector number 13

"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.


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Enfield factory markings and inspector number 13

"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.


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Enfield factory markings and inspector number's 33 & 58

"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.


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Enfield factory markings and inspector number's 33 & 58

"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.


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Enfield factory markings and inspector number's 33 & 58

"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.


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Enfield factory markings and inspector number's 33 & 58

"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.


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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)


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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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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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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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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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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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"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.

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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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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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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.


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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.


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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.


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Trigger (right side)
Magazine Release (right side)

Various Enfield Inspection Markings

Crown over ??/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).


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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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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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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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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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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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Chamber and barrel show signs of wear from shooting.

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Bolt Head #1

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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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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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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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Reverse side of butt disc.

"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.


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Reverse side of butt disc.

"Broad Arrow" = Accepted for government service, after inspection.


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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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Scope covers are not original, but are off an L42A1 contract, as indicated by the NATO stock number stamped on strap.

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Scope covers are not original, but are off an L42A1 contract, as indicated by the NATO stock number stamped on strap.

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Scope covers are not original, but are off an L42A1 contract, as indicated by the NATO stock number stamped on strap.

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Matching Scope Brackets

Rear pair stamped 41
Front pair stamped 42


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Matching Scope Brackets

Rear pair stamped 41
Front pair stamped 42


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Trigger (right side)
Magazine Release (right side)

Various Enfield Inspection Markings

Crown over ??/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).


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Trigger (right side)
Magazine Release (right side)

Various Enfield Inspection Markings

Crown over ??/E = RSAF Enfield Toolroom, Middlesex (Government Factory, used on toolroom inspection, special models or initial production).


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Eyeshade (open position) fitted on No.32 Mk1 & Mk2 scopes only.

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Eyeshade (closed position) fitted on No.32 Mk1 & Mk2 scopes only.

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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?


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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?


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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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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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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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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.


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Modern reproduction of a No.32 Mk1 Sight Adjusting Tool.

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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.


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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.


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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.


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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...


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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.


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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.


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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.


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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.


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Belling & Co. later squared-end box

Stamped with:

OS. 906A
CASE, STG. TEL No.8
B&Co.
"Broad Arrow" pointing upwards

Stenciled with "RIFLE A0507"

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.


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Belling & Co. later squared-end box

Stamped with:

OS. 906A
CASE, STG. TEL No.8
B&Co.
"Broad Arrow" pointing upwards

Stenciled with "RIFLE A0507"

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.


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Belling & Co. later squared-end box

Stamped with:

OS. 906A
CASE, STG. TEL No.8
B&Co.
"Broad Arrow" pointing upwards

Stenciled with "RIFLE A0507"

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.


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Belling & Co. later squared-end box

Stamped with:

OS. 906A
CASE, STG. TEL No.8
B&Co.
"Broad Arrow" pointing upwards

Stenciled with "RIFLE A0507"

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.


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Belling & Co. later squared-end box

Stamped with:

OS. 906A
CASE, STG. TEL No.8
B&Co.
"Broad Arrow" pointing upwards

Stenciled with "RIFLE A0507"

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.


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Belling & Co. later squared-end box

Stamped with:

OS. 906A
CASE, STG. TEL No.8
B&Co.
"Broad Arrow" pointing upwards

Stenciled with "RIFLE A0507"

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.


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Bolt Assembly (Rounded Cocking Piece)

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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.


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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.


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Bolt Head #1

The face of this bolt shows little, if no wear at all.


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SBN165 = "Steel Batch Number" 165

(Possibly a marking used to identify different steel mixtures used in the manufacture of bolts for the "Trials Rifles")


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SBN165 = "Steel Batch Number" 165

(Possibly a marking used to identify different steel mixtures used in the manufacture of bolts for the "Trials Rifles")


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SBN165 = "Steel Batch Number" 165

(Possibly a marking used to identify different steel mixtures used in the manufacture of bolts for the "Trials Rifles")


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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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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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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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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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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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Picture from "The Lee Enfield" by Skennerton (Page 212)

"1933 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle Serial No. A0902"


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Picture from "The Lee Enfield" by Skennerton (Page 212)

"1933 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle Serial No. A0902"


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Drawing from "The Lee Enfield" by Skennerton (Page 211)

"1931 No.4 Mk1 "Trials Rifle Serial No. A0485"


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


 
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