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British No. 1 Mk III* Lee-Enfield Rifle

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:175.00 USD
British No. 1 Mk III* Lee-Enfield Rifle
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British No. 1 Mk III* Lee-Enfield Bolt Action Rifle, #54238, .303 Brit. cal., 25.2'' barrel, blued finish, hardwood stock, blade front sight with protecting ears and adjustable tangent rear sight, and reproduction cotton sling. Marked on right side of action body ''(crown)/G.R/B.S.A. co./1918/SHT.L.E/III*''. Matching numbers on re-numbered bolt handle and also on nose cap. Screws on nose cap are non-standard or missing. Rear handguard ears have been removed and there is an arsenal repair at the stock comb. Condition overall is very good with metal surfaces retaining approx. 90% finish, with frosting on the receiver. Front handguard is in near excellent condition with an even dark color. Rear handguard, forend, and buttstock have been sanded and varnished over old handling marks. Action is smooth, bright bore is very good with very good rifling. Import stamped on right side of receiver. Est.: $350-$500. (C&R)