Collectible Firearms and Edged Weapons

Kristopher Gasior and Kasia Matuszewska-Gasior

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Lee Enfield Rifles

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Description & Condition

Very Scarce British Lee Enfield Mk.I Cavalry Carbine

Caliber: . 303 Enfield

Price: $2675

Inventory # ler_0129

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DESCRIPTION: Scarce British Magazine Lee-Enfield Cavalry Carbine Mk. I. This L.E.C. Mk.I was built by Enfield in 1896, as stated on the left side of the butt stock socket, and thus it classifies as an antique weapon. The model designation is stamped below the maker name and a date on the left side of the butt stock socket: "L.E.C. I.". The Mk.I carbine was used extensively in the Boer War. Complete with a receiver dustcover, cleaning rod, handguard and a single shot cut off. British War Department, Royal cipher ("VR") and other markings applied extensively on the metal parts of the carbine. The chamber displays large "E" (Enfield rifling). The right side of the buttstock displays crisp Enfield cartouche, model designation, "I." and a first class weapon mark, "1". The right side of the buttstock also displays, "M & D" markings (Canadian "Militia & Defence") and a brass regimental disc with no markings. The left side of the buttstock does not display any markings. The leather rear sight protector is included. Proper Mk.I Carbine front band/nose cap. Proper short 6 rounds magazine attached to the trigger guard by chain. Proper style bolt with safety lever and with flattened and forward swept bolt handle. Matching serial numbers, except for the bolt (the same serial numbers are stamped on the receiver and barrel; the bolt displays a different serial number; no serial numbers are present on all the remaining parts of the carbine, which is correct for this model). All the serial numbers are factory original and they were not restamped. Correct style brass buttplate with a trap (the cleaning rope with brass fittings is hidden in the buttstock compartment). The upper part of the brass buttplate displays British War Department markings. Correct style buttstock without sling bar. Overall length: 40 inches. Barrel length: 20.75 inch. CONDITION: Fine. 84% of original blue finish is still remaining on metal. Some blue is turning to brownish color. The barrel band and the nosecap were over cleaned. Stocks are solid, with some handling marks and light dings. All the markings are clearly visible of the buttstock. The forestock does not display any markings. The handguard has three dings camouflaged with some wood filling material (please, see pictures). The wood is in original finish. The bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. Very smooth action. All the internal parts of the carbine are in fine condition with no obvious wear. No import markings. Scarce, early Lee Enfield cavalry carbine! Antique. Serial# 23XX.

Canadian Long Branch SMLE No.4 Mk.1/3 (F) FTR Military Rifle

Caliber: . 303 Enfield

Price: $495

Inventory # ler_0128

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DESCRIPTION: Canadian Long Branch SMLE No.4 Mk.1/3 (F) FTR military rifle. Originally, it was SMLE No.4 Mk.1* rifle manufactured by Long Branch arsenal in Canada in 1943, as stated on the left side of the receiver. Consequently, the rifle was upgraded from Mk. 1* to Mk. 1/3 configuration and refurbished (FTR - Factory Thorough Repair) at Fazakerly in 1951 as indicated by markings on the left side of the receiver. This model was introduced in 1949 and came with improved trigger mounted directly to the receiver (please see the transverse screw in the rear of the forestock). Correct style brass buttplate with a trap. Fully adjustable rear sights. Matching FTR serial numbers (stamped on the receiver, buttstock socket and bolt only). The forestock and magazine still display old serial numbers (different from the FTR numbers). There are no numbers stamped on all the remaining parts of the rifle, which is correct for this model. Long Branch rifles were the best quality British Commonwealth SMLE rifles. They have very smooth action and better metal finish than any British made rifles. CONDITION: Fine, as arsenally upgraded to Mk.1/3 configuration and refurbished (FTR). 95% of black enamel finish remaining on metal. Most of the finish wear is on the edges of the receiver, magazine and on the nosecap. The stocks show several issue markings and numbers. There are some handling marks, light dings and scratches on the stocks. There is one arsenal repair in the upper part of the buttstock, with a block of wood nicely replaced just next to the buttplate. The bore is in excellent+ condition with strong and shiny rifling. Very smooth action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. All the markings and numbers on the metal and wood are clearly visible. All original military configuration. No import markings. All original SMLE No.4 Mk.1/3 rifle! Serial# 49L75XX. (Ref. "The Lee Enfield Story", by Ian Skennerton, p. 430). 

British SMLE No.1 Mk.III Military Rifle with Australian Markings

Caliber: . 303 Enfield

Price: $675

Inventory # ler_0127

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DESCRIPTION: British issue SMLE No.1 Mk.III military rifle, as issued during the World War One and World War Two. The SMLE No.1 Mk.III rifles were produced from the pre-WWI period, throughout the WWII. The rifle was manufactured by Birmingham Small Arms Company in 1908, as stated on the right side of the buttstock socket. The model designation is stamped below the maker name and a date on the right side of the buttstock socket: "Sht LE III". The rifle was probably refurbished by one of the Commonwealth arsenals, as it does not have the long range dial sight on the left side of the stock. Complete with a single shot cut off on the right side of the receiver. Correct for this model brass buttplate with a trap. Matching serial numbers, except for the rear sights (the matching serial numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel, bolt, forestock and nosecap; the rear sights display a different serial number; there are no serial numbers visible on the remaining parts of the rifle, which is correct for this model). The serial number on the forestock is fading but still recognizable. The receiver ring displays Australian Department of Defense property markings, "D, Broad Arrow, D, 6". CONDITION: Fine. 78% of blue finish is still remaining on metal. Most of the finish wear is on the sharp edges of the trigger guard, receiver, nosecap and magazine. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. All the markings and numbers on metal are clearly visible. Solid stocks with usual handling marks, dings and scratches. Most of the dings and scratches are on the buttstock. The bore is in very good condition, with strong rifling. Some darkness in the grooves. Very smooth action. No import markings. Nice example of British military SMLE No.1 Mk III rifle! Serial# U215XX.

British Lee Enfield No.2 Mk.IV* Training Rifle

Caliber: .22 LR.

Price: $795

Inventory # ler_0125

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DESCRIPTION: Single shot British training rifle with standard SMLE magazine converted to catch fired .22LR cases. The rifle was manufactured in 1917 as a standard SMLE No. 1 Mk.III* rifle in .303 Enfield caliber, as stated on the right side of the buttstock socket. Consequently, the rifle was converted to .22 caliber. The chamber displays the .22 barrel maker markings, "PARKER-HALE BIRMINGHAM". The model designation is stamped below a date of production on the right side of the buttstock socket: "ShtLE III*". Lee Enfield No.2 Mk.IV* training rifle was introduced in 1921. The right side of the bolt head displays following caliber markings, "22". Several British military markings and proofs are stamped on the metal parts. Matching conversion serial numbers (the matching conversion numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel, bolt and on the nosecap; the rear sight displays a pre-conversion mismatched number; there are no serial numbers stamped on other parts). The right side of the buttstock has a brass regimental disc with no markings. The forestock displays some military issue markings. Manufactured with neither the single shot cut off, nor the long distance sights on the left side of the forestock. Brass buttplate with a trap. CONDITION: Fine+. 96% of blue finish remaining on metal. Most of the wear is on the sharp edges of the magazine. The stocks display some handling marks, light dings and scratches. Original finish on the stock. No cracks in the wood. Excellent bore with strong and shiny rifling. Very smooth action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. All the markings and numbers on metal are clearly visible. Import markings. Very nice British 22 training rifle! Serial# AM14XX. (Ref. "The Lee Enfield Story", by Ian Skennerton, p. 424). 

British SMLE No.1 Mk.III Military Rifle with Interesting Austrian Gendarmerie Markings

Caliber: . 303 Enfield

Price: $795

Inventory # ler_0120

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DESCRIPTION: British issue SMLE No.1 Mk.III military rifle with interesting Austrian Gendarmerie markings stamped on the chamber, "Osterr. Gendarmerie" (around the Austrian Republic Eagle). Austrian Gendarmerie used SMLE rifles after the Word War II. The SMLE No.1 Mk.III rifles were produced from the pre-WWI period, throughout the WWII. The rifle was manufactured by Birmingham Small Arms Company in 1918, as stated on the right side of the buttstock socket. This is the late World War One production rifle manufactured with a single shot cut off and without the long range dial sight on the left side of the stock. The rifle accepts the Mark VII HV ammunition, as indicated by markings on the right side of the buttstock, "HV". The model designation is stamped below the maker name and a date on the right side of the buttstock socket: "Sht LE III". Right side of the buttstock displays a brass regimental ring without any markings. Correct for this model brass buttplate with a trap. All matching serial numbers (the matching serial numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel, bolt, rear sights, forestock and nosecap; there are no serial numbers visible on the remaining parts of the rifle, which is correct for this model). CONDITION: Fine. 82% of original blue finish is still remaining on metal. The balance is turning to brownish patina. Most of the finish wear is on the sharp edges of the receiver, trigger guard and magazine. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. All the markings and numbers on metal and wood are clearly visible. Solid stocks with usual handling marks and dings. No cracks in the wood. The bore is in excellent condition, with strong and shiny rifling. Very smooth action. No import markings. Interesting SMLE No.1 Mk III rifle with Austrian Gendarmerie markings! Serial# I222XX.

Scarce British SMLE Mk.I*** Military Rifle

Caliber: . 303 Enfield

Price: $1475

Inventory # ler_0116

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DESCRIPTION: Very scarce British SMLE Mk.I*** military rifle, as issued during the World War One. This was a predecessor of the more common No.1 Mk.III series produced from pre-WWI throughout WWII. The rifle was manufactured by Enfield in 1907 as a Mk.I, as stated on the right side of the buttstock socket. The rifle was consequently upgraded to accept the Mark VII HV ammunition. The model designation is stamped below the maker name and a date on the right side of the buttstock socket: "ShtLE I***". Complete with a single shot cut off and long range dial sight on the left side of the stock. The right side of the buttstock displays a brass regimental ring without any markings. The lower part of the buttstock displays letters, "H" and "P" and some smaller markings. Correct for this model brass buttplate with a trap (the cleaning rope and the brass oil container are hidden in the buttstock compartment, behind the buttplate). The rifle has the original charger guide on the right side of the bolt head. Matching serial numbers on the receiver, barrel, bolt and nosecap. Mismatched serial number on the rear sight (the latter was most likely replaced when the rifle was upgraded to Mark VII HV ammo). The forestock does not show a serial number. The serial numbers were force matched by the British arsenal. The right side of the receiver ring still shows an old number crossed with a single line. There are no numbers visible on the remaining parts. The receiver ring and the barrel displays letters, "EY" ("Only to fire ball in a case of emergency"). Correct, Mk.I style nosecap. CONDITION: Very good+ to fine. 78% of original blue finish is still remaining on metal. The balance is turning to brownish patina. All the internal parts of the rifle are in very good condition, with no visible wear. All the markings and numbers on metal are clearly visible. The stocks show usual handling marks, scratches and dings. The buttstock was most likely replaced by the British arsenal at one time, as it is in better shape than the forestock and the handguards. The wood is in original finish. The bore is in very good condition with some darkness in the grooves. Very smooth action. No import markings. Very hard to find early SMLE Mk.I*** rifle! Serial# ER36XX. (Ref. "The Lee Enfield Story", by Ian Skennerton, p. 402).

British Lee Enfield Mk. I Rifle with Parker Hale Mk.VII Target Rear Sight

Caliber: . 303 Enfield

Price: $1375

Inventory # ler_0098

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DESCRIPTION: British Lee Enfield Mk.I military rifle converted to target rifle. The rifle comes with sophisticated Parker Hale Mk.VII target rear sight. The barrel was shortened about an inch, most likely to restore the crown. The handguard was either purposely removed, or was lost. Manufactured by Sparkbrook in 1897, as stated on the right side of the butt stock socket (antique!). The model designation is stamped below the maker name and a date on the right side of the butt stock socket: "L.E. I.". Complete with a single shot cut off and long range dial sight on the left side of the stock. The right side of the butt stock displays fading cartouche and model designation markings, "I". The chamber displays a large letter "E" and issue markings, "P/N/3". Ramp and leaf rear right. Original 10 round magazine. Correct style brass butt plate with a trap (the brass cleaning container is still in the buttstock). Correct style bolt with safety lever. The cleaning rod and receiver dust cover are missing (or were purposely removed). Some kind of the stacking hook was inserted into the cleaning rod channel in the nosecap (please, see pictures). CONDITION: Fine. 95% of original blue finish remaining on metal. Blue is turning to brownish color in some places. Couple of spots of light pitting on the barrel, behind the rear sight (caused by moisture collected under the handguard, which is typical for these rifles). The upper part of the buttstock has a large chip just behind the socket (please, see pictures). The right side of the forestock displays a small crack, caused by the single shot cut off. Some handling marks and minor dings are also present on the wood. All matching serial numbers. The serial numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel and bolt. There are no numbers stamped on all the remaining parts of the rifle, which is correct for this model. All the serial numbers are original and they were not restamped. The bore is in very good condition, with strong rifling. Very smooth action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. No import markings. Interesting long Lee Enfield target rifle! Antique. Serial# 199XX.

Very Scarce "New Zealand Pattern" Lee Enfield Carbine Fitted For Patt. 1888 Bayonet

Caliber: . 303 Enfield

Price: $1475

Inventory # ler_0092

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DESCRIPTION: Only 1500 of "New Zealand Pattern" carbines were produced from 1901 to 1903. The New Zealand military issue carbine was approved in 1900, as "Carbine, Magazine, Lee-Enfield, fitted to take 1888 pattern sword bayonet". This carbine was manufactured by Enfield in 1902 and displays "LEC I*" markings on the left side of the butt stock socket. Skennerton believes that these carbines were manufactured from spare parts in storage at Enfield, which explains the markings on the socket. The right side of the butt stock socket displays New Zealand military property markings and "a date of first issue", "NZ, Broad Arrow, 1080 / 1903". British War Department, Royal cipher ("VR") and other markings were applied extensively on stock and metal. The chamber displays a large letter, "E", which indicates .303 Enfield caliber. The letter "E" is over stamped with "DP", which indicates that the carbine should be used for "Drill Purpose" only. Proper short 6 rounds magazine with a chain attached to the front part of the magazine housing. Proper bolt with flattened and forward swept bolt handle. Matching numbers except for the bolt (the same serial numbers on the receiver and barrel, different number on the bolt, no numbers on other parts). Complete with a single shot cut off, receiver's dust cover and hand guard. Butt stock has a regimental disc with "Broad Arrow" (please, see pictures). A cartouche is stamped on the right side of the butt stock, with the following markings, "Enfield, RM, Crown, I*". Correct style brass butt plate with a trap. The carbine has no provision for the cleaning rod (correct). The butt stock sling swivel is missing. Overall length: 40.25 inch. Barrel length: 20.75 inch. CONDITION: Very good+ to fine. 86% of blue finish remaining on metal, turning to brownish color in some places. The balance is in white mixed with some light brown patina. Solid stocks with usual handling marks, light dings and scratches. All the British proof marks and cartouche are clearly visible on the stocks. The stocks do not have any cracks. The front part of the handguard shows one crack (please, see pictures). All original configuration. The bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. Very smooth action. No import markings. Very collectible Lee Enfield "New Zealand Pattern" carbine with many interesting markings! Serial# 14XX. (Ref. "The Lee Enfield Story", by Ian Skennerton, p. 390).

Lee Enfield Jungle Carbine No. 5 Mk. I

Caliber: . 303 Enfield

Price: $675

Inventory # ler_0085

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DESCRIPTION: British Lee Enfield Jungle Carbine No.5 Mk. I, made in 1945, as indicated by markings on the left side of the receiver's socket. The left side of the receiver displays model designation, "No.5 Mk.I". Mismatched serial numbers. Different serial numbers are stamped on the receiver, bolt and magazine. There are no numbers stamped on all the other parts of the carbine, which is correct for this model of Lee Enfield. The stocks display several fading British military and factory marks. The right side of the barrel displays British commercial pressure test proof marks (please, see pictures). Correct style steel/rubber buttplate. Complete with a British military green canvas sling. The latter displays some fading markings and a date, "1943". Overall length: 39.5 inch. Barrel length: 20.5 inch. CONDITION: Very good+ to fine. 68% of baked black enamel finish still on the metal. The balance shows smooth Parker type finish, which was under the enamel. The magazine has 88% of a gray enamel finish. The stocks were refurbished at least once during the carbine long service life. They are solid, with no cracks, but with the usual handling marks, light dings and scratches. Perfect action. Excellent bore with strong and shiny rifling. All the internal parts of the carbine are in fine condition, with no visible wear. All original military configuration. Very good example of Lee Enfield Jungle Carbine! No import markings. Serial# BH07XX.

Scarce New Zealand Lee Enfield Club Pattern Range Rifle

Caliber: . 303 Enfield

Price: $975

Inventory # ler_0071

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DESCRIPTION: This was originally MLE Mk1 303 rifle which was consequently converted to 'Range Rifle' or 'Club Pattern' configuration. The rifle was shortened 4 inches to comply with the British Commonwealth NRA rules after the SMLE was adopted in the early 1900s. Similar rifle is pictured in 'The Lee Enfield Story" by Skennerton on page 395. The right side of the butt socket is marked, "Royal Crown, V.R., BSA & M Co. 1898 LE1*". Both, receiver and buttstock displays New Zealand military property markings, "N, Arrow, Z". Brass buttplate with a trapdoor and armourer's "Sale Mark", "Arrow, S, Arrow" ("Serviceable when sold"). The same mark is also present on the receiver. Heavy pattern BSA manufactured 25 inch long barrel with "Stacked Rifle Logo" stamped on the chamber. The cocking piece mounted safety. The long range volley sights were removed from the rifle (both, front and rear), as they were found useless for the Commonwealth NRA range shooting. Complete with the receiver dust cover and magazine cut-off. The nosecap does not have a provision for the cleaning rod (the cleaning rod channel is still in the wood). The rifle is missing the magazine retaining link to trigger guard. Mismatched serial number on the bolt, as it is usually a case with range rifles. Overall length of the rifle: 44.25 inch. CONDITION: Very good+ to fine. 78% of blue finish remaining on metal. Some blue is turning to brown color. The nosecap shows some light surface rust. Solid stocks in original finish with usual handling marks, light dings and scratches. One arsenal repair on the right side of the buttstock, with a block of wood nicely replaced near the socket (please, see pictures). An inch long chip has broken out of the rear volley sight housing (on the left side of the forestock, please see pictures). The handguard has a couple of hairline cracks. The bore is in excellent+ condition with strong and shiny rifling. Very smooth action. No import markings. Hard to find example of an early British Commonwealth NRA target rifle. Antique. Serial# 45XXJ. (Ref. "The Lee Enfield Story", by Ian Skennerton, p. 395).

Book: "The Broad Arrow. British & Empire Factory Production, Proof, Inspection, Armourers, Unit & Issue Markings. "

By Skennerton

Price: $30

Inventory # aub_0048

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DESCRIPTION: British & Empire Factory Production, Proof, Inspection, Armorers, Unit & Issue Markings. Thousands of service markings are illustrated and their applications described. Invaluable reference on units, also ideal for medal collectors. In English language. New. Soft cover, 11 x 8¾ in., 140 pp, circa 80 illust., 2001. ISBN 0 949749 43 5. Shipping in the USA: $4.50 for the first book, and $1.50 for each additional book.

Book: ".303 Rifle No. 4"

By Skennerton

Price: $12

Inventory # aub_0022

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DESCRIPTION: The best ready reference & workshop guide for any restoration or identification along with the stripping & assembly details, accessories information and markings. Components drawings compare the different production & mark variations. New. In English language. Over 60 illustrations with assembly drawings. Small Arms Identification Series No. 2. 48 pages. Soft cover, 11¾ x 8¼ in., over 60 illust., photos, assembly & pattern drawings, thread- sewn binding & plastic laminated covers, 1993, reprinted & updated, 2001. ISBN 0 949749 20 6. Shipping in the USA: $4.50 for the first book, and $1.50 for each additional book.

Book: ".303 Rifle No.5 Mk 1"

LAST COPY AVAILABLE

By Skennerton

Price: $12

Inventory # aub_0020

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DESCRIPTION: Continuing the Lee-Enfield series of armourer service maintenance, this also details the various No.4 and No.5 serial number ranges so that a ‘fake’ No.5 can be readily identified. Original lightened parts between the No.4 & No.5 are also compared. New. In English language. Over 60 illustrations with assembly drawings. Small Arms Identification Series No. 4. 48 pages. Soft cover, 11¾ x 8¼ in., 48 pp, over 60 illust., photos, assembly & pattern drawings, durable sewn binding & plastic laminated covers, 1994. ISBN 0 949749 21 4. Shipping in the USA: $4.50 for the first book, and $1.50 for each additional book.

Book: ".303 Lee-Metford & Lee Enfield Rifles & Carbines"

By Skennerton

Price: $12

Inventory # aub_0018

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DESCRIPTION: Using Enfield factory inspectorate drawings, the different models of ‘Long Lee’ rifles & carbines with all components are laid bare, making this an invaluable reference. Accessories are also shown. New. In English language. Over 60 illustrations with assembly drawings. Small Arms Identification Series No. 7. 48 pages. Soft cover, 11¾ x 8¼ in., 48 pp, over 60 illust., photos, assembly & pattern drawings, thread-sewn binding & plastic laminated covers, 1997. ISBN 0 949749 25 7. Shipping in the USA: $4.50 for the first book, and $1.50 for each additional book.

Book: ".303 Rifle No.3, Pattern 1914 & Sniping Variants"

By Skennerton

Price: $12

Inventory # aub_0015

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DESCRIPTION: Manufactured in the United States by Winchester, Remington & Eddystone factories, the P’14 is also compared part by part with its US Model 1917 cousin. WW1 & WW2 sniper conversions of the Pattern 1914 rifle are also described. New. In English language. Over 60 illustrations with sniping models & assembly drawings. Small Arms Identification Series No. 10. Soft cover, 11¾ x 8¼ in., 48 pp, over 60 illust., photos, assembly & pattern drawings, durable thread-sewn binding, laminated plastic covers, 1998. ISBN 0 949749 36 2. Shipping in the USA: $4.50 for the first book, and $1.50 for each additional book.

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Collectible Firearms and Edged Weapons

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