Enfield No5 Mk1 Jungle Carbine .303 British Matching Bolt Action Rifle C&R
SOLD FOR: $1276
LSB#: 211002NI67
Title: Enfield No5 Mk1 Jungle Carbine .303 British Matching Bolt Action Rifle C&R
Make: Royal Ordnance Factory (ROF) Fazakerley, England
Model: No5 Mk1 (Jungle Carbine)
Serial Number: W8712
Year of Manufacture: July, 1946
Caliber: .303 British
Action Type: Bolt Action, Detachable 10 round Magazine
Markings: The import mark on the right side of the receiver reads “ENGLAND”. The British Export mark on the barrel reads “.303 2.22 inch / 18.5 TONS” (the rifle fires a .303 projectile, the case max overall length was 2.222 inches and it was pressure tested to 18.5 to tons). The left side of the receiver is marked “No5 MK1 ROF (F) / 7/46 W 8712”. “ROF” is for Royal Ordnance Factory. The “F” is for Fazakerley. The right front of the receiver is marked with a faded “crowned” proof. The rear of the receiver is marked with “crossed flags” and a “broad arrow”. The rear of the bolt handle, the bottom of the forearm, and bottom of the magazine are each marked with the serial number. The bolt assembly is marked with several inspection stamps & proofs including “crowns”. Most of these marks are faded or partially stamped. The bottom of the grip is marked with a faded stamping. The bottom of the forearm is marked with several inspection stamps including “crowns”. There are a few other markings on the rifle.
Barrel Length: Approximately 20 ½ inches to the end of the flash hider.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade between two protective ears. The rear sight is a fixed aperture in the down position. When flipped up a second smaller elevation adjustable aperture is used on the sight ladder. The ladder is marked from “2 – 8”.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The three piece stock has a straight grip with a finger groove, nose cap, barrel band with sling loop, sling well, and a metal & hard rubber buttplate with an attached sling bar. The left side of the stock shows a couple long thin scratches. The wood shows other scrapes & scratches. Most of these marks are light and have been oiled. The LOP measures 13 ½ inches from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The stock rates in about Very Good Plus to Fine overall condition.
Type of Finish: Black Gun Paint over Oil Darkened Metal
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The lands are bright, the grooves are semi bright, and the rifling is deep. There is no erosion.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 97% of its metal finish. The metal shows light scrapes, small scratches, and light handling marks. The screw heads show use. The markings are deep. Overall, this rifle rates in about Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: The rifle comes with a 10 round magazine. It shows light scrapes. Overall it is in about Fine condition.
Our Assessment: This Royal Ordnance Factory (ROF) Fazakerley No5 Mk1 is a true “Jungle Carbine”. It has a hollow bolt handle knob and scallops cut out of the receiver & barrel shank to reduce weight (we checked under the wood). It is in Fine condition with matching part numbers which is quite rare for a Military rifle that is over 75 years old. The metal finish is in nice shape, the wood looks great, and the bore is strong & bright. This is a Nice No5 Mk1 “Jungle Carbine” for your collection.