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Lot 3472:Antique British Military Lee-Metford Mark I * Bolt Action Rifle

September 13th, 2020|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 3472:Antique British Military Lee-Metford Mark I * Bolt Action Rifle

September 13th, 2020|Rock Island, IL
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Antique British Military Lee-Metford Mark I * Bolt Action Rifle with Bayonet

Introduced in 1891, this bolt action service rifle is chambered for the .303 black powder British cartridge. The rifle was designed to alleviate the problem of black powder fowling. Manufactured by the Birmingham Small Arms Co. with the "crown/VR" cipher above the maker's name and "1891" year of manufacture. The top of the breech end of the barrel is stamped with the "crown/GP" proof and "RR" stamp. With fixed blade front and flip up adjustable ladder rear sights, an 8 round box magazine with cut-off on the right side of the receiver, volley sights on the left side of the stock, bayonet lug, walnut semi-pistol grip stock with standard British markings on the right side, iron trapdoor buttplate, and British Pattern 1888 Mk. 1 bayonet with leather sheath.

ConditionVery good with 60% period, possibly arsenal refinished blue remaining on the barrel with some traces of light pitting under the blue, some edge wear, surface scratches, and a mostly brown patina on the action cover. The wood is also fine with shallow finger grooves, and dents throughout, and visible markings. Mechanically excellent. The bayonet is very good.
Details
ManufacturerBSA
ModelMKI
TypeRifle
Serial number
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge303 British
Barrel30 inch round
Finishblue
Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views4721
Catalog page228
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