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**1st YEAR OF PRODUCTION**Pre WW1 1907 British BSA Co Mk III SMLE .303 Calibre Rifle With Stripper Clip Loading Bridge, Magazine Cut Off, Rear Sight Arrangement With Horn Inserts & Long Range Volley Sights & Sling, D 1531 - D 1531 The British Mk III SMLE was first approved on 26th January 1907. The reinforced action of these rifles were an improvement on Marks I and I* (see page 403 of The Lee Enfield Story by Skennerton). This is an original first year of production pre WW1 1907 dated SMLE Mk III .303 calibre rifle. The rifle has all original wood work in excellent condition. It has clear date and manufacturer's stamps, 'Kings Crown ER (Edward Rex)’, ‘BSA Co’, ‘SMLE III’ and '1907' Date (illustrated) at the grip strap. The rifle is serial number U 4293 & has other un-matching numbers. The rifle has its original winged front sight and rear sight arrangement with wing protectors and horn inserts. It has a brass butt plate with trap, bayonet lug, bridge for stripper clip loading, magazine cut off and long range volley sights. The rifle cocks and dry fires & the magazine can be removed. The price for this rare to find 1st year of production pre WW1 rifle includes UK delivery and deactivation certificate. D 1531
£1,475.00
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