Enfield SHTLE No1 MkV Trails Rifle No.1 Mk5 .303 British Bolt Action C&R
SOLD FOR: $1875
LSB#: 211130FD02
Title: Enfield SHTLE No1 MkV Trails Rifle No.1 Mk5 .303 British Bolt Action C&R
Make: Enfield
Model: SHTLE No1 MkV (Short Magazine Lee-Enfield Number 1 Mark 5).
Serial Number: 6392
Year of Manufacture: 1922
Caliber: .303 British
Action Type: Bolt Action, Detachable Magazine
Markings: The import mark on the right side of the stock collar reads “ENGLAND”. The right side of the stock collar is also marked “crown / G R” (George Rex) / ENFIELD / 1922 / SHTLE / V”. The safety is marked “V”. The British export mark on the barrel shank reads “.303 2.22 inch / 18.5 TONS PER square inch” (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 top of the receiver is marked with a London “crown / CP” proof. The right side of the receiver, face of the nosecap, and bottom front of the forearm are each marked with the serial number. The rear of the bolt handle is marked with a number that does not match. The front of the receiver, rear of the receiver, and the barrel shank are marked with several British proofs & inspection stamps including “crowned” marks and a “crown / GR / crossed flags / P” proof. The bolt handle and bolt head are marked with “crossed flags”. The bottom of the forearm and bottom of the grip are marked with faded stamps. The rear of the magazine is marked with inspection stamps.
The right side of the but is inlaid with a British Farthing medallion marked “GEORGIVS V DEI GRA: BRITT: OMN: REX FID: DEF: IND: IMP:” which roughly translates to “George the Fifth, by the Grace of God, King of all the Britains, Defender of the Faith, Emperor of India”.
The base of the Indian No1 MkII bayonet is marked “SA / 203” on one side and “Mk II / 5 42 / JU” on the other side.
The sling buckles are each marked “NOBUCKL” and with patent information.
Barrel Length: Approximately 25 Inches
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a bladed post set atop a ramped base and between 2 protective ears. The rear of the sight is an aperture when down. It flips up to become a sight ladder that uses a sliding aperture. The sight ladder is marked from “2-14”.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The hardwood stock has a straight grip with finger groove, nosecap assembly with sight wings & bayonet lug, 2 barrel bands, 2 sling loops, and a brass buttplate with hinged door for storage. The buttplate shows several scratches & small dents as well as oxidation. The top & bottom of the butt show repairs. The barrel bands show scrapes and discoloration from oxidation. The wood shows numerous scrapes, scratches, and compression marks. Several have damaged small portions of the surface wood. Most of these marks have been oiled. The LOP measures 12 ¾ inches from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The stock rates in about Very Good overall condition.
Type of Finish: Oil Blackened Metal
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The muzzle and grooves are grey. The rifling is deep. There is fouling and erosion in the grooves and at the muzzle. The fouling should clean up some.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 87% of its current metal finish. The metal shows scrapes, small scratches, light thinning on the leading edges of the metal, and areas of discoloration from oxidation. The right front of the receiver shows an area of surface erosion. Most of the markings are deep. Overall, this rifle rates in about Very Good Plus condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: The rifle has a web sling attached. It shows soiling & discoloration on the webbing as well as oxidation & scrapes on the metal. It is in about Very Good Plus condition. The rifle comes with a refinished 10 round magazine. Surface erosion shows through the new finish. The magazine shows scrapes, scratches, and discoloration from oxidation. It is in about Very Good condition.
The rifle comes with an Indian No1 MkII bayonet. It shows light scrapes and some oxidation on the metal. The wood shows small scratches. It is in Very Good Plus condition.
Our Assessment: This SHT LE No1 MkV (Short Magazine Lee-Enfield Number 1 Mark 5) was made by Enfiled back in 1922 as a Trails Rifle. The Mark V is equipped with a receiver mounted aperture sight which allows for a longer sight radius than the previous barrel-mounted rear sights. The Mark V was not officially adopted so Mark V rifles are quite scarce. This Mark V is in Very Good Plus original condition with nice marking on the metal. It still has a good bore and its magazine cutoff is still in place. It comes with a sling, magazine, and an Indian No1 MkII bayonet. This SHTLE No1 MkV would be a great addition to your Enfield collection.