LEE ENFIELD No.1 MKiii SMLE Sporterized Hunting rifle. Made at Sanderson in 1917. The WWI versions are often referred to as the "SMLE", which is short for the common "Short, Magazine, Lee–Enfield" variant. The “FTR” rebuild included a complete tear-down and inspection of every part to make sure it was within specifications, and had at least 80% of its service life left. An early 1960s Golden State Lee-Enfield sporter rifle. 1 in 1939. Outdoor Life Online Editor Enfield SMLE Though it wins few awards for beauty, Canada’s beloved equivalent of the American ’03 Springfield, the Short Magazine Lee-Enfield was and is the staple rifle of thousands of Canadian deer hunters. The .303 Lee-Enfield never really caught on with Americans. Apr 1, 2021 - Explore Tresco303's board "SMLE" on Pinterest. Toolbelt, Bright Yellow Dye. 1 Mk III* made by Enfield Lock in 1918. When I lived in central Alberta, where moose hunting opportunities were limited, according to many a .270 Winchester was not powerful enough. … 4,445 289. In the 1950's NZ Government deer cullers used this rifle as can be found in Barry Crump's excellent book “A Good Keen Man”. Both saw action in the Boer War in South Africa, but concerns were raised about poor ballistics. 52. I load the Hornady 150 Spire point and for factory I use Federal 150 or Hornady 150. https://oodmag.com/303-lee-enfield-rifle-a-canadian-hunting-tradition While the Lee-Enfield rifles offer some definite advantages, there are also some common gripes about them. Gauteng. I’ve inherited several WWII rifles including multiple Lee-Enfields. Does The semi-automatic M1 Garand… what do you all think? This section does not cite any sources. The British Army had adopted the Rifle, No. Weapons: Musket(Lee Enfield No.1 Mk.III or Lee–Enfield No. He enjoys collecting, target shooting, and hunting with vintage firearms. When I was in South Africa, I noticed that a great many meat hunters used Lee-Enfield sporters. Nov 5, 2016 - Explore Kenneth Wong's board "Lee Enfields" on Pinterest. Cal Bablitz 303 Hunter . The Lee-Enfield was designed by James Paris Lee and initially produced in Enfield, England. It featured a 10-shot magazine and a fixed charger guide riveted over the receiver to hold five-round charger clips. It had a cut down stock, shorter barrel, and prominent flash hider. Rifle No.5, Mk I, or “Jungle Carbine,” appeared in 1944 for use by paratroopers and in the Pacific theatre. Joined Dec 16, 2013 ... First frosty morning hunting in November last year I saw 23 deer while hiking one coulee network, all in the span of less than three hours. Absolutely I've taken 3 with a No1 MkIII. And while the Lee Enfields weren't technically as good as some of the other great battle rifles of that era, it became the best because the Brits and Commonwealth Nations built on it's strengths and minimized it's weaknesses. How fast? Post Reply. Create New Topic. All have been superb hunting rifles and easy to work on to get shooting less than inch groups at 100 yards. A nice old sporter, well-suited to deer hunting! That said, the sport of deer stalking in Britain was to a large extent dominated by the upper class who tended to favor high end sporting rifles, limiting the popularity of the sporterized SMLE. Header Image: 1907 Lee Enfield No1 – H barrel, AGP ‘Plus 5’ sight, wrist and fore arm checkering. I have had to many Lee Enfield to count in calibers from 25, 303 and 444 Marlin. Both, plus earlier versions, were also used by Commonwealth troops during the Korean conflict. Ideal for a camp or remote cabin rifle, back-up rifle, EDC truck gun, fun plinker, lender rifle or your first deer rifle. The hunting rifle has a full wood stock, a feature common in World War Two and earlier combat rifles. Members Profile. My father-in-law gave me my first moose gun — a bolt-action .303 Lee-Enfield — in 1980. Veteran of the Regiment . I've been wanting to shoot a deer with it for a while now I've finally done it, have shot a few tahr and wallabies with it now too. Rating Required. I can’t verify my gun’s history, but, I am confident that it is an early version of the SMLE Mk III*. Ken Doherty is a retired teacher, curator, writer, and a long-time resident of Peterborough. In South Africa .303 British Lee–Enfield rifles captured by the Boers during the Boer War were adapted for sporting purposes and became popular with many hunters of non-dangerous game, being regarded as adequate for anything from the relatively small impala, to the massive eland and kudu. Il fucile SMLE Nr. DavidB2, Mar 3, 2009 #1. nicholst55 Member. Thats not to say they're no good anymore but likely most hunters have picked up something a bit more pleasing to the eye. The barrel was reamed out to .410 smoothbore. On a standing broadside, I would feel comfortable shooting up to 125 yards max. I have 9 different Lee-Enfields. It is accurate, without any of the negative issues associated with surlus Lee Enfield rifles. See more ideas about lee enfield, gunsmithing, guns. Decided to use the current hot Enfield load in the Ross. CENTURION INDOOR SHOOTING. He then “sporterized” it under the guidance of renowned gunsmith Ellwood Epps at his Clinton shop. Tried three different round nose loads for the Enfield. I wanted a lighter rifle than the issue .303, so I chopped off the stock. My .303 British Rifle and the Bear Hunt By Doug Bowser I have a Lee Enfield No. Translate Topic. Indeed the Lee-Enfield remained the standard rifle of the British army until it was replaced by the 7.62x51mm NATO in the 1950s. The 303 British lee enfeild rifle killed millions,s of Deer in Newzealand from the late 1920 to the 1970,s in the hands of NZ G.V.T. The big round nose would catch on the feed ramps and jam the works. 4 Mk. Contact Ken at mail@oodmag.com. Recently, I had a chance to take a Short Magazine Lee-Enfield (SMLE) to the desert and shoot it. When I was in South Africa, I noticed that a great many meat hunters used Lee-Enfield sporters. Quote 303 Hunter. It was a simplified version of the Short, Magazine, Lee-Enfield rifle that served the Empire so well in the first unpleasantness. Wish me luck! Email. See more ideas about rifle, guns, firearms. I took my No5 out last time with open sites. I had rotten luck with Remington 180 Round Nose in a few of my Lee-Enfields. May 22, 2015 - Perhaps the greatest small arm in history. But still want to use my No.4 Lee-Enfield. Made at Sanderson in 1917. Send Private Message . The .303 British is a very credible deer round. SOLD Rifle Caliber:.303 British Manufacturer: Lee-Enfield Model: No.1 MKIII Serial Number: 95786 . I've watch some African safari programs showing them taking elephant, rhino, cape buffalo, etc. Review Subject Required. Aug 12, 2018 - Explore Johnny J. Even with a scoped Lee Enfield, I would put 200 yards as a limit. GrantR Canada. Contact; enfieldrifle303@gmail.com For it’s time it was a very good rifle. 's board "Lee Enfield" on Pinterest. It was the British Army's standard rifle from its official adoption in 1895 until 1957. The Lee–Enfield is a bolt-action, magazine-fed repeating rifle that served as the main firearm used by the military forces of the British Empire and Commonwealth during the first half of the 20th century. The Lee Enfield is to the Canadian north what the Winchester repeater was to the American west. gunshop@indoorshoot.co.za . May 22, 2015 - Perhaps the greatest small arm in history. Decided to use my mkIII Ross this hunting season. Salute to the Lee-Enfield .303, like other classics, may it live forever. Made: 1895 – c. 1976Variants: Numerous, mostly .303, also .22, .410 muskets/shotguns,7.62 x 51 NATO, .303 Epps, .30-06Production: More than 17 millionOriginal price: Less than $20 as army surplusCurrent value: $400 to $1,000 (original), $150 to $250 (sporterized). He is considering using it for deer hunting. The gun needed to have attitude, short enough to carry into the NZ bush, and quick to the shoulder. Sign up for our FREE newsletter! Yesterday morning I went out hunting, looking for a white tail buck. Commercial ammunition and reloading. Additional Information. I probably won't take it when hunting in open country with lots of long shots staring at me; but I think it would be great to take a deer with a military surplus gun. South Africa. Then I pace out how far certain landmarks are so when and if I see an animal near the landmark, I roughly know if it's in my wheel house. Address. The Indian police were then issued these salvaged guns during the 40s & 50s for crowd control purposes. I finally get around to taking my Grandads old 1916 Lee Enfield 303 for a hunt in the Ruahine Ranges after doing a bit of shooting the day before. It was a further simplification and cut down on both material costs and machine time in its construction, much as the No. P.O. 303 Hunter . Except for getting the cosmoline off and polishing it up a bit it looked the same as it did on 11–11–18. I enjoyed hunting with the .303 British Lee-Enfield… See more ideas about lee enfield, enfield, rifle. I met Crumpy in a Wellington pub back in the early 60's and we had a bit of a yarn about rifles. Find Members Posts. The Magazine Lee-Enfield (MLE) was introduced in 1895, followed by a Cavalry Carbine in 1896. Post Reply. Grouped just over three inches at one hundred yards. Senior Member Joined: December 14 2019 Location: Alberta, Canada Status: Offline Points: 242 Post Options. State/Region/Province. In the colonies of South Africa, although not a part of the Commonwealth, the Lee Enfield became popular with farmers and hunters due to the abundance of inexpensive surplus rifles and ammunition. That said, the sport of deer stalking in Britain was to a large extent dominated by the upper class who tended to favor high end sporting rifles, limiting the popularity of the sporterized SMLE. Click Photo to Enlarge: Guns International #: 101546377 Seller's Inventory #: 21062 Category - Enfield Rifles - Military Rifles - Non-US. The No.4, Mk I (1941) featured an angular charging bridge, receiver-mounted aperture, long-distance ladder sights, and a bolt rail on the inside of the receiver. Moose hunting with a Lee Enfield .303 While I agree with the.303 being around for years, I haven't seen one in use around here for probably 15 or 20 years now. I gone to an place where I had... Forum Home > Enfields > Hunting with the .303 British cartridge. * An asterisk in the rifle name indicates that modifications were made to the rifle to help speed up wartime production. I was supposed to go deer hunting with my Brother-in Law, Ted, and my 1894 Winchester .30 WCF broke a firing pin. Rugged, reliable, fast, and accurate, my gun epitomizes one of the longest-serving military rifles and a Canadian hunting tradition. See more ideas about lee enfield, firearms, enfield. No list of the best military surplus rifles is complete without including the M1 Garand. I went out for black bear with my military condition (NO sportorizations) .303 lee enfield no4 mk1. Lee–Enfields are very popular as hunting rifles and target shooting rifles. Been collecting and shooting them for 45 years now. I wanted to take a moment to talk about a truly great hunting rifle, which also happens to have been a great battle rifle. Certainly my favourite. Today there are still hundreds of thousands of Lee Enfields chambering this round still in circulation around the world which are being used as both hunting and target rifles. 52. A long time ago I made the interesting connection that the further you go into moose country, the less powerful a moose rifle needs to be. The No.4 was also adopted by the Canadian Rangers for patrolling the Arctic from 1947 to 2018. Accessories: Ice Skates, Brown and Silver Dye. Welcome to the NZ Hunting and Shooting Forums. In 1926, the SMLE was renamed the No.1 Mk III. 4 mk 2 in .303. Recently acquired and probably the best 303 SMLE rifle I have ever owned. Site active again Oct 2020. The chamber was reamed to take out any taper & remove the bottleneck. City. Jan 7, 2021 - Explore Alex Lacroix's board "303 British" on Pinterest. (Above: An English Lee-Enfield Pattern 4 Mk I in 303 British) In reality, at ranges of up to 500 yards, the .303 offers similar performance to the .308, the 7.62x51 cartridge that superseded it and the .30-06 as a standard NATO long rifle cartridge. 4,445 289. I "Jungle Carbine" By David Tong. Ended in failure. I will be using an older Lee Enfield and probably going on day hunts or single night hunts. Maybe a wolf" is definitely for in game balance as opposed to realism - as .303 rifles like the Enfield are usually used for hunting big game and would obliterate a wolf. Restored from a sporterized hunter’s rifle with reproduction fore arm and hand guards from EFD.com. A shorter, lighter version, the Short Magazine Lee-Enfield (SMLE) was introduced in 1904. Lee Enfields in 303 British... Great Hunting Rifles - YouTube Phone +012 (664) 762-8. Guns - .303 enfield for deer - my friend has an enfield no. I was 16 years old in 1958 when the first large group of military rifles were imported after WW2. The Mk I* was only produced at the Long Branch Arsenal in Ontario and by Savage in the United States. Photo by David Tong. The Lee-Enfield No. Even better if it is a break open that you can take down and stash in your pack should the mood take you. Comments Required Current Stock: Quantity: Decrease Quantity of undefined Increase Quantity of undefined. He had purchased it two decades earlier as a surplus First World War relic for $20. Members Profile. And in my humble opinion the greatest battle rifle of WWI and WWII only equaled by the M1 Garand. .303 enfield sniper hunt Now that distance dosent sound alot to most of you but try lugging a heavy old rifle around the scrub all day without scratching it and then looking through the 2.5x scope! I shot my first deer with a No.5 Mk.1 "Jungle Carbine" and have always loved the look and feel of the enfields. When, as a young man shopping around for my first rifle, I was nearly seduced by a particularly nice Parker Hale sporter, my elderly hunting mentor opined that Lee-Enfield's gave him hives. While they used their Lee-Enfields for polar bear protection, many Canadian hunters associate them with moose hunting, especially in Newfoundland. And the lesson I think we can learn from that is you have to work with what have. Certainly my favourite. Lee-Enfield No 4 Mk 1/2 (F) FTR, .303 British. James Paris Lee . Over 17 million rifles were made over nine decades. Centurion. the cullers only stopped using the 303 when Helicopter MEAT SHOOTING FOR EXPORT started then most used the LIAI..SLR Rifle or the M16..There is still thousands of lee enfields used in NZ by private hunters and farmers in NZ still today. GrantR Canada. 8 talking about this. Rifles Lee Enfield Hobby Deer Hunting Knife Making Airsoft Firearms Knives Weapons. Deer down. Two iconic models were introduced during the Second World War. The Lee Enfield No. Absolutely I've taken 3 with a No1 MkIII. 4 was first issued in 1939 and was used through out WWII by millions of Commonwealth soldiers. The Lee-Enfield’s success stems from its ability to evolve to meet military needs and mass-production refinements. We have used Enfields all our high school (NZ Cadets) and hunting lives, and realising the reliability of these rifles, well proven in a 100 years of defence roles all over the globe, we wanted the younger generation to experience the joy of owning and hunting with the old ‘coal burner’. Add to Wish List. I enjoyed hunting with the .303 British Lee-Enfield… Lance Corporal. Countries all over the World were rearming themselves with … Email Required. Country. Box 8500, Peterborough, Ontario, K9J 0B4, Optic training: shoot with both eyes open. Printable Version. There are some very beautiful examples and I personally hunted with a few Maori who used them for deer and pigs. New Posts FAQ Register Login. Three years later, the SMLE Mk (Mark) III, chambered for the new Mk VII high-velocity Spitzer .303 round was adopted. Adding to cart… The item has been added. The .303 British is a very credible deer round. The sporterised versions of the rifle differed, as one would expect. I never sporterized at all. ENFIELD RIFLES FROM ITALIAN NAVY. Originally published in the April 2020 edition of Ontario OUT of DOORS magazine. 241 Jean avenue Centurion. The in game description of the Lee-Enfield: "able to bring down a deer. Fortunately my father was an armourer prior to the introduction of the FN l1A1. Expect to pay from $100 to $500 for decent sporters. 4 Mk I), Revolver(Enfield No. Expect to pay from $100 to $500 for decent sporters. The Lee-Enfield rifle is one of the most widely used bolt-action military rifles in the world, surpassed only by the Model 1898 Mauser and its derivatives in sheer numbers. Joined: Mar 4, 2007 Messages: 698 Location: 37*55'N, 127*04'E. Both “Smellies” could be fired in the “mad minute” to place 30 rounds into a 12-inch target at 300 yards. agent00. Except for getting the cosmoline off and polishing it up a bit it looked the same as it did on 11–11–18. I have absolutely no problem hunting with a .303 and will never feel under-gunned. Over 17 million rifles were made over nine decades. Open forum for real hunters in Georgia. Reference Number. 4 MK 1 and retained its original chambering in .303 British. The standard military configuration of the MK4 Lee-Enfield had a 25 1/4” barrel and weighed approximately 9lbs with a stock length of around 13 1/2”. See all listings by New England Guns and Parts Print this listing. Photo courtesy of armslist.com. Nov 5, 2016 - Explore Kenneth Wong's board "Lee Enfields" on Pinterest. LEE ENFIELD No.1 MKiii SMLE Sporterized Hunting rifle. Shot the hot load out of the Ross. Stinger Necklace, Bright Yellow Dye. Anything helps! Stay in the know on all things hunting and fishing in Ontario. Add to Buddy List. A nice light rifle (probably not a Lee Enfield) with sturdy aperture and blade is great to take along on a not really hunting bush walk. Name Required. In 1915, during the First World War, the SMLE Mk III* appeared without the magazine cut-off, without the rear sight windage adjustment, and with a rectangular cocking piece. The rifle was a No. See more ideas about rifle, guns, firearms. Post Sep 05, 2005 #2 2005-09-05T19:45. I learnt from him all the little tricks for tuning the old SMLE. He hunts Cebu which are water buffaloes that have escaped from their owners and have become wild. enfield p53: deer hunting load. Lee Enfield Battle Rifle Assault Rifle Technical Drawing Survival Skills Firearms Planer Weapons Guns. Your sights are regulated for a 174 grain bullet, so I would look for something in the 174-180 grain range. RE: .303 enfield for deer The last time I had one was in the 60's in the Philippines andI gave it to a Filipino friend before I left. Post Sep 05, 2005 #1 2005-09-05T17:01. hi, its me again, and I will purchase soon an enfield p 53 replica gun for target and fun shooting and for hunting deer. I would be pleased hearing some tipps. The .410 IM is an old Lee Enfield, usually that had a shot out .303 barrel. The hunting rifle has a full wood stock, a feature common in World War Two and earlier combat rifles. ... Something a bit different, i took my old 1941 lee Enfield no4 mk1 T .303 Sniper rifle out for a hunt on Sunday on some public land, and i managed to shoot a big old hind with it at 275 yards away! DEER CULLER,S,. I also have some other lee enfields but most have been sporterized over the years by previous owners. Maori soldiers during the world wars had a habit of carving the stocks of their rifles the same way they would carve their traditional weapons. Please Rate #303 #american #arm #australia #battlefield #battleground #bayonet #bear #britian #british #bullet #call_of_duty #canada #car #commonwealth #deer #enfield #england #english #fire #firearm #forgotten_hope #game #gun #hunter #hunting #lee #lee_enfield #leeenfield … I never sporterized at all. GUA134419. I shot my first deer with a No.5 Mk.1 "Jungle Carbine" and have always loved the look and feel of the enfields. agent00. I, too, have a deep love for the 303 lee enfield. The original aperture sights are quite good. Factory rebuilt Fazakerley 1943 No 4 Mk 1 in absolutely wonderful condition. Post Reply : Page 1 2 > Author: Message Topic Search Topic Options. Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: April 17 … See more ideas about guns and ammo, gun gear, firearms. Need new load for the Enfield. It also had a magazine cut-off to fire single rounds. The Lee-Enfield was designed by James Paris Lee and initially produced in Enfield, England. 5 Mk. What would be a cool Lee-Enfield skin for a NZ reserve would be a Maori Battalion .303 with a carved stock. The original aperture sights are quite good. 1 MK III con Volley Sight. Leggings: Treasure Hunter Pants, Orange Dye. Regardless of its origins , my father-in-law transformed this Lee-Enfield into a cherished family heirloom. Returning veterans were already familiar with them. Surplus guns and ammunition were cheap and readily available across the country. I also have some other lee enfields but most have been sporterized over the years by previous owners. #23: Team TMT had a great time helping Dad/Grandpa Luis Mosqueda harvest a beautiful Mule Deer Doe. I have absolutely no problem hunting with a .303 and will never feel under-gunned. Their bolt-action hunting tradition evolved from their .30-06 Springfield Model 1903. The Action while not the strongest is very fast. Deer Hunting Sofa Fleece Blanket. I’ve been privileged to shoot Lee-Enfield rifles before and have always found them to be worthy of their reputation as well built, accurate rifles. The Lee-Enfield’s success stems from its ability to evolve to meet military needs and mass-production refinements. Oct 10, 2020 #2 8andcounting Well-known member. It has the refined cocking piece and fore-end stock cutouts for the missing charging bridge and magazine cutoff. See more ideas about lee enfield, enfield, rifle. Business or Customer Name. , writer, and my 1894 Winchester.30 WCF broke a firing pin cape buffalo etc. By Savage in the know on all things hunting and fishing in Ontario my friend has Enfield... 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