SOLD - SCARCE - 1944 Lee Enfield No5 Mk1 Jungle Carbine

Description

1/6/24 - Original and great condition. This No5 Mk1 "Jungle Carbine" is an early variation and dated September 1944, the first year of production. Only 15,000 were made between July and Sept. of 1944. All parts are matching as well as the stock where the serial number is stamped under the fore guard. There are NO import or export marks. This rifle has all the correct features for a No5 Mk1. The overall condition is great to excellent. The rifle is matching on the receiver, bolt, stock and magazine. The date on the bottom of the magazine is "X'd" out possibly indicating an arsenal refurbishment. The wood furniture is in great overall condition with minor handling marks. There is a surface indication near the butt plate on the right side of the butt stock, but it is not a through crack. The stock is solid. The upper fore guard has a slight wiggle. The bore has strong rifling with some minor pits in the grooves, but still rates a strong 7 of 10. Includes a correct canvas sling. Fully functional with smooth operation.