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U.S.C.G. 8118
Ya I just bought a enfield rifle the other day and since i am a beginning enfield rifle collector I am not exactly sure if this is an authentic No. 4 MK. I (T) sniper rifle. It certainly has the T and TR that most of them have, and all the serial numbers match on the gun as well as the scope. Right above the trigger where the serial number is are quite a few symbols. I do not know what they mean but maybe someone can help me out. Above the serial number (A37356) is a (M/47 C) and just below that (1944). From my research it seems that this is an authentic. But most online information makes you order books. Behind the safety switch are some real faint symbols that as far as i can read are (SPR) then i think (SPTR)...can't read these symbols. Then a (PA). The rifle does have the center strap hold as well as the cheek mount on the butt. Any information will be greatly appreciated
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  • U.S.C.G. 8118
    i have a enfield no. 4 mk. 1 long branch 1943
    i just bought a original cleaning kit i was wondering if a brush
    or something else was provided if not how did the soldiers in the field
    clean the bolt and receiver?
    thanks
    richard wigginton
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  • jakelin
    You have to be real careful on these. There are some genuine and also a few fakes put together out of spare parts. There is a bit to look for on the headspace; as the true "snipers" will most always have the minimum headspace bolt head on them (these are #'d BTW).

    John
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  • rufe-snow
    I would post your questions to these forums, preferably with close up high quality photos, if you have them.

    Some of these gentlemen are very knowledgeable regarding the fine points of the various Enfield rifles.



    http://pub113.ezboard.com/fparallaxscurioandrelicfirearmsforumsfrm49

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  • lead
    Also try,www. britishguns.net The members are from the US, Canada, and Australia, and live and breath Enfields.

    Hard work pays off in the future. Laziness pays off now.
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