new enfield

[unclebill]

it came with 235 rnds. of greek ammo . the dies,a hard case, 80 stripper clips,sling, bayo, and an ammo box. $300. what do you guys think?

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it had been fired 40 times.
i have fired it a number of times.
my buddy bought it wrapped ten years ago fired it and put it in his closet.

[45nut]

Wow, thats almost art. you did very well.

[KCSO]

That is as nice as they come. Rifle alone is worth the cost!

[unclebill]

10 years ago i told that guy i really liked that rifle.
he called me and asked if i wanted it.
i said YES how much, and can i come over right now?
he delivered!
the only wear anywhere is on that feed ramp as shown in the photo.
not one scratch ,no minor dings ,nothing.

[unclebill]

i have never mounted the bayo or used the stripper clips .
i dont want ANY wear on the finish.

[rvpilot76]

Beautiful rifle!! That is by far the cleanest I've ever seen. Does he have any more?

Kevin

[Ghugly]

Does she have a sister?

[unclebill]

nope he doesnt have any more.
this was a once in a god knows when kinda deal.
brand new old military rifles are kind of magical.
ive got plenty of old milsurps but....

[Bigjohn]

You will not look back; Well done, I believe if it is really what you want, then you will be hope with it.

We would however, appreciate a few more details? "The devil is always in the details."

Who made it and when?

Barrell condition and form (No. grooves etc.)?

Headstamp of the ammo? (Watch out for the MK IX Ammo. Heavier projectile and charge; normally for MG's. Should be included in the headstamp.)

From the photo's it appears to be in excellent condition.

Again; congratulations, well done,

John

[unclebill]

ok here goes nuthin.
55 fazakerley .
pristine 5 groove bore.
unissued
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[C A Plater]

Sweet! You are a fortunate fellow. :drinks:

[Bigjohn]

Sweet! You are a fortunate fellow. :drinks:

Indeed, a very fortunate fellow.

You may need to 'pull' the projectile and weigh one to see what Mk of ammo it is.

The local club had a member several years back who was using that headstamped ammo in a No. 4 without a problem.
It was sold through a local importer/dealer but has since 'dried up'. It is a good clean ammo to shoot.

The photo's show the rifle to be a very good clean unit; again, well done. Singer rear sight as well, excellent.
Enjoy your purchase,

John.

[unclebill]

thanks guys!
i have a savage also that is in good shape but nothing like this!

[HABCAN]

OH WOW! So pretty, with ALL the bells and whistles. Congratulations! A brand-new family heirloom your grandkids (and their kids!) will enjoy. You'll never wear it out shooting CB's.

[Vly]

Very, very nice. That Greek (HXP) ammo is good stuff too. Very hard to find these days, as well.

[swabbie]

that would fit well in the safe with my 3 enfields[smilie=1:.the Mark 2 has a better trigger arrangement IMHO

what is the number on the bolt head 0.1,2,0r 3?

should last several lifetimes.

enjoy!!!

[EMC45]

What do I think? I think you should feel guilty! Just kidding! You did well enjoy It!

[unclebill]

1 on bolt head

[unclebill]

OH WOW! So pretty, with ALL the bells and whistles. Congratulations! A brand-new family heirloom your grandkids (and their kids!) will enjoy. You'll never wear it out shooting CB's.

grandkids?
i dont even have a wife yet.
i better get with the program!:mrgreen:

[HABCAN]

Well, I am glad to see that you are acquiring the important things first!

[swabbie]

that's great....I doubt you'll shoot it enuff to require a no 2,but they are available..you may want to acquire one for later.

there's a #3 on ebay ..it'll probably sell for upwards of $80.00 or so:(

4 finger mick sez they have some in Australia...anybody want to go in for a couple..shipping's the same i bet...:Fire:

[DaveInFloweryBranchGA]

Those rifles were selling for that price in that condition quite a few years ago now. You should have hugged your friend's neck when he brought it over.

Dave

[unclebill]

he sold it to me what he payed for it.
10 years ago.

[unclebill]

we have been good friends for 25 years.

[DuncaninFrance]

That is a beautiful No:4. I had to pay 650€ / $1000 for mine with re-loading dies, bayonet and 20 rounds!

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Trouble is that here in France they are like honest politicians - you can never find one :mrgreen:

[Bret4207]

Very, very nice-both of them!

[unclebill]

duncan,
the wood on yours is really pretty!
walnut?

[unclebill]

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[unclebill]

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[closey]

At $300 dollars you got a absolute bargain a similar rifle over here (unfired) is currently up for sale at £620 pounds, or about $1200 dollars.

The HXP ammo is a good quality round, i still have a a couple of boxes, and a whole load of empty cases tucked away.

Thanks for the pics,

Closey