RSAF Enfield No.2 MKI MK I Parker-Hale Conversion .22 LR Revolver, 1933 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1475
LSB#: 210722TS07
Make: RSAF Enfield
Model: No. 2 MKI Parker Hale .22 Conversion Kit
Serial Number: 7794
Year of Manufacture: 1931
Caliber: .22 LR
Action Type: Single and Double Action Top Break Revolver with Left Side Thumb Release
Markings: The serial number is marked on the front face of the barrel assembly, the bottom-front of the frame in front of the trigger guard and on the outside of the cylinder. The ejector is marked “PARKER-HALE”. The top of the barrel is marked “CAL.38.”, “’31” with broad arrow and British proof marks. There are several other scattered broad arrows, Enfield “ED” marks, and proof marks. The right of the frame is marked “ENFIELD / No2 MKI / 1931″ surrounding a crown. The conversion barrel is marked with a British proof, “22LR 2340BAR”, and “RC / 4” around crossed swords. The butt strap is marked “CBY / RHA / 4”.
Barrel Length: The conversion barrel is 5.5” and is threaded. The standard barrel is 5”.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a Patridge style blade screw-secured to a slotted base integral to the top of the barrel. The rear sight is a square notch in the top of the barrel latch. The rear of the conversion barrel has a raised stopper with a square notch leaf that is slotted and screwed set.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are checkered wood panels, each marked with a broad-arrow at the top. The back strap is serrated. There is a lanyard ring in the butt strap. The grips have scattered nicks, scratches, and compressions on the smooth borders. The checkering shows handling wear and is generally well defined. There are no chips or cracks. The serrations are well defined. Overall, the grips are in Good-Very Good condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The conversion bore is bright with sharp rifling. There is infrequent minor erosion in the bore. The .38 bore has sharp rifling and faint erosion.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 83% of its metal finish. There is thinning at all leading edges. There is some faint scattered oxidation on the left side of the barrel and frame. There are scattered nicks and scratches, the highest concentration of which is on the cylinder. The cylinder also shows thinning and has a distinct turnline. The screw heads range from sharp to tool marked with strong slots. The markings are clear. Overall, this revolver is in Very Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The barrel lockup is solid and the cylinder lockup has minimal play on each chamber when the trigger is depressed. The ejector works correctly. The double action trigger pull is smooth, the single action is crisp. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.
Our Assessment: The Enfield No. 2 revolver was in service with the British Empire from the 1930s through the 1960s. Following the Great War, it was decided that a smaller, lighter sidearm should be produced and issued. The result was the No. 2, chambered for the .38/200 cartridge (essentially a .38 S&W), a single and double action revolver produced by RSAF Enfield. As the war progressed, there were changes to the design, designated * changes. This is a neat example of No2 MKI that has a Parker-Hale .22 conversion kit. The pistol is in about Very Good condition with 83% of its original finish remaining. Please see our photos and good luck!