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303s & EX MILITARY RIFLES
List last updated 18 March 2024
List last updated 18 March 2024
BSA Cadet .310 (W277)
Queensland issue.
Price $495 plus postage
Queensland issue.
Price $495 plus postage
Arisaka Model 38 6.5cal (X047)
Chromed and varnished stock ceremonial piece.
Price $895 plus postage
Chromed and varnished stock ceremonial piece.
Price $895 plus postage
BSA No1 MkIII .303 (V184)
Price $895 plus postage
Price $895 plus postage
Mauser 98 308cal (W289)
Price $1150 plus postage
Price $1150 plus postage
Lithgow SMLE No.1 MkIII .303 - 1953 dated (W251)
The Short Magazine Lee-Enfield Mk III* was approved as a wartime expediency in January 1916, and differs from the MkIII in the omission of the long-range dial and aperture sight, windage adjustment on the rear sight, magazine cut-off, lug on the firing pin collar, and swivel lugs at the front of the trigger guard. These swivel lugs were replaced by a small wire loop to secure a fabric action cover.
Soon after the introduction of the MkIII* the brass butt marking disk was also omitted. Some MkIII* receivers may be encountered with provision for a magazine cut-off as the slot was reinstated on some rifles between 1923 and 1941.
Most other features are similar to the MkIII rifle, the rear sight is graduated from 200 to 2000 yards. The gunmetal butt plate is fitted with a trap for storage of the oil bottle and pull through.
This Rifle was one of the last batch of 1000 rifles manufactured at the Lithgow Small Arms Factory between 1953 to 1956 to prove the machinery and tools. There are no markings to indicate that it has been issued to a State or unit.
The last Lithgow SMLE was numbered 40580.
This one was assembled in 1954 (as stamped on the Barrel).
SOLD
The Short Magazine Lee-Enfield Mk III* was approved as a wartime expediency in January 1916, and differs from the MkIII in the omission of the long-range dial and aperture sight, windage adjustment on the rear sight, magazine cut-off, lug on the firing pin collar, and swivel lugs at the front of the trigger guard. These swivel lugs were replaced by a small wire loop to secure a fabric action cover.
Soon after the introduction of the MkIII* the brass butt marking disk was also omitted. Some MkIII* receivers may be encountered with provision for a magazine cut-off as the slot was reinstated on some rifles between 1923 and 1941.
Most other features are similar to the MkIII rifle, the rear sight is graduated from 200 to 2000 yards. The gunmetal butt plate is fitted with a trap for storage of the oil bottle and pull through.
This Rifle was one of the last batch of 1000 rifles manufactured at the Lithgow Small Arms Factory between 1953 to 1956 to prove the machinery and tools. There are no markings to indicate that it has been issued to a State or unit.
The last Lithgow SMLE was numbered 40580.
This one was assembled in 1954 (as stamped on the Barrel).
SOLD
Sparkbrook LE1* .410G (W250)
Price $485 plus postage
Price $485 plus postage
LSA SHT LE III .303 - Qld Police Issue (W243)
The Short Magazine Lee-Enfield Mk III was approved in January 1907. This short rifle superseded the Long Lee Enfield and featured a number of improvements over previous Marks in respect to simplified manufacture and battle efficiency.
The barrel is 25.2 inches (640mm) long and the rifling has 5 grooves and left hand twist. Overall length is 44.5 inches (1130mm) and the rifle weight is 8lb 10oz (3.9kg). Magazine capacity is 10 rounds.
This Rifle is a genuine Queensland Police issue. It is stamped Q/|\P 492. It is 1 of 600 SHT LE III rifles ordered for the Qld Police in January 1912. Out of the 600 rifles ordered, L.S.A. (London Small Arms) supplied only 172.
The action, bolt, nose cap and timbers all matching numbers. It has Mag cut-off and front volley sight, the rear volley peep missing.
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The Short Magazine Lee-Enfield Mk III was approved in January 1907. This short rifle superseded the Long Lee Enfield and featured a number of improvements over previous Marks in respect to simplified manufacture and battle efficiency.
The barrel is 25.2 inches (640mm) long and the rifling has 5 grooves and left hand twist. Overall length is 44.5 inches (1130mm) and the rifle weight is 8lb 10oz (3.9kg). Magazine capacity is 10 rounds.
This Rifle is a genuine Queensland Police issue. It is stamped Q/|\P 492. It is 1 of 600 SHT LE III rifles ordered for the Qld Police in January 1912. Out of the 600 rifles ordered, L.S.A. (London Small Arms) supplied only 172.
The action, bolt, nose cap and timbers all matching numbers. It has Mag cut-off and front volley sight, the rear volley peep missing.
SOLD
Ishapore No1 MkIII .410G (W211)
This is perhaps one of the strangest variations on one of the most famous bolt-action rifles ever made.
After World War 2, the Rifle Factory at Ishapore (R.F.I.) modified some older No. 1 Mk. III rifles into .410-bore shotguns for police and prison guard use. This involved filling in the magazine well with a block of wood to make it a single shot, and boring out the rifling in the barrel until a smooth surface was left in the correct calibre.
For this Shotgun, the conversion was undertaken in 1949 given the markings on the left side of the butt socket which says “410 RFI 1949”.
Price $985 plus postage
This is perhaps one of the strangest variations on one of the most famous bolt-action rifles ever made.
After World War 2, the Rifle Factory at Ishapore (R.F.I.) modified some older No. 1 Mk. III rifles into .410-bore shotguns for police and prison guard use. This involved filling in the magazine well with a block of wood to make it a single shot, and boring out the rifling in the barrel until a smooth surface was left in the correct calibre.
For this Shotgun, the conversion was undertaken in 1949 given the markings on the left side of the butt socket which says “410 RFI 1949”.
Price $985 plus postage
B.S.A. & M. Co. MkIII - 577/450 (W128)
This Martini Henry Rifle MkIII was manufactured by the Birmingham Small Arms & Metals Co in 1887. This rifle has Victorian Government issue stamps and rack number 13303.
The Martini-Henry MkIII rifle was accepted into service on 22nd August 1879. It took the same basic form of the MkII rifle, with some re-designed features. The first orders for 30,000 MkIII were placed on the RSAF in 1879, at a cost per rifle of £2.13s.10d, with combined orders for the trade BSA, LSA & NAA for 10,000 arms at a cost of £2.18S.9d. The MkIII. Rifle was designed primarily as an arm for Volunteer, Militia and Dominion governments.
The MkIII had the “Fore-end Hook” method of fixing. As the walnut fore stock blank no longer needed to be located into the receiver mortice slot, it extends .312” longer along the barrel than the MkII rifle.
During sighting tests, it was found that the Henry rifled barrel affected a natural deflection at ranges beyond 600 yards, as a result the MkIII sight bed was soldered onto the barrel with a 1 degree 6 minutes left hand of centre bias, resulting that when the back sight ladder was lifted this adjustment corrected the deflection. The MkIII back sight bed was lengthened by 1/8” (3mm), to give the lowered sight leaf more support.
They have a new pattern Breech block which was made wider to eliminate play in the action when opened and closed, and a new design of firing pin.
During this time production of MKIII rifles had exceeded 95,000, at the end of production in 1889.
Price $1295 plus postage
This Martini Henry Rifle MkIII was manufactured by the Birmingham Small Arms & Metals Co in 1887. This rifle has Victorian Government issue stamps and rack number 13303.
The Martini-Henry MkIII rifle was accepted into service on 22nd August 1879. It took the same basic form of the MkII rifle, with some re-designed features. The first orders for 30,000 MkIII were placed on the RSAF in 1879, at a cost per rifle of £2.13s.10d, with combined orders for the trade BSA, LSA & NAA for 10,000 arms at a cost of £2.18S.9d. The MkIII. Rifle was designed primarily as an arm for Volunteer, Militia and Dominion governments.
The MkIII had the “Fore-end Hook” method of fixing. As the walnut fore stock blank no longer needed to be located into the receiver mortice slot, it extends .312” longer along the barrel than the MkII rifle.
During sighting tests, it was found that the Henry rifled barrel affected a natural deflection at ranges beyond 600 yards, as a result the MkIII sight bed was soldered onto the barrel with a 1 degree 6 minutes left hand of centre bias, resulting that when the back sight ladder was lifted this adjustment corrected the deflection. The MkIII back sight bed was lengthened by 1/8” (3mm), to give the lowered sight leaf more support.
They have a new pattern Breech block which was made wider to eliminate play in the action when opened and closed, and a new design of firing pin.
During this time production of MKIII rifles had exceeded 95,000, at the end of production in 1889.
Price $1295 plus postage
BSA Cadet .310 - South Australian (W109)
The Martini Cadet is a centrefire single-shot cadet rifle produced in the United Kingdom by BSA and W.W. Greener for the use of Australian military Cadets. Although considered a miniature version of the Martini–Henry, the internal mechanism was redesigned by Auguste Francotte to permit removal from the receiver as a single unit. Chambered for the .310 Cadet cartridge (aka: .310 Greener), it was used from 1891 to 1955.
This Rifle, manufactured by BSA is a ‘second pattern’, the rear sight is windage adjustable, and elevation adjustable. This one is South Australian Issue, accepted into service September 1911. Its rack number is 2716.
Price $450 plus postage
The Martini Cadet is a centrefire single-shot cadet rifle produced in the United Kingdom by BSA and W.W. Greener for the use of Australian military Cadets. Although considered a miniature version of the Martini–Henry, the internal mechanism was redesigned by Auguste Francotte to permit removal from the receiver as a single unit. Chambered for the .310 Cadet cartridge (aka: .310 Greener), it was used from 1891 to 1955.
This Rifle, manufactured by BSA is a ‘second pattern’, the rear sight is windage adjustable, and elevation adjustable. This one is South Australian Issue, accepted into service September 1911. Its rack number is 2716.
Price $450 plus postage
Arisaka Type 38 Carbine - 6.5x50 (W084)
The Type 38 carbine is a bolt-action service rifle that was used by the Empire of Japan predominantly during the Second Sino-Japanese War and Second World War. The design was adopted by the Imperial Japanese Army in 1905 (the 38th year of the Meiji period, hence "Type 38").
It was intended for use by cavalry, engineers, and other roles where a full-sized rifle would be a hindrance. Its barrel was 487 millimetres (19.2 in), overall length 966 millimetres (38.0 in), and weight 3.3 kilograms (7.3 lb). It was produced in a number of locations.
This Carbine was manufactured at the Nagoya Arsenal and is a 4th issue production. Nagoya arsenal manufacture the Type 38 Carbine from 1935 to 1942 producing 206,500 units (est.). The 4 series was manufactured between 1933 to 1940.
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The Type 38 carbine is a bolt-action service rifle that was used by the Empire of Japan predominantly during the Second Sino-Japanese War and Second World War. The design was adopted by the Imperial Japanese Army in 1905 (the 38th year of the Meiji period, hence "Type 38").
It was intended for use by cavalry, engineers, and other roles where a full-sized rifle would be a hindrance. Its barrel was 487 millimetres (19.2 in), overall length 966 millimetres (38.0 in), and weight 3.3 kilograms (7.3 lb). It was produced in a number of locations.
This Carbine was manufactured at the Nagoya Arsenal and is a 4th issue production. Nagoya arsenal manufacture the Type 38 Carbine from 1935 to 1942 producing 206,500 units (est.). The 4 series was manufactured between 1933 to 1940.
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Lithgow No1 MkIII* .303 (W069)
1921. All matching numbers. Original Qld maple stock and coachwood top timbers.
Barrel 6-7/10.
Price $2450 plus postage
1921. All matching numbers. Original Qld maple stock and coachwood top timbers.
Barrel 6-7/10.
Price $2450 plus postage
Lithgow No1 MkIII* .303 (W042)
1942 dated
Price $1850 plus postage
1942 dated
Price $1850 plus postage
Enfield ME1 .303 (W025)
Great project gun/rebuild. AS IS.
Price $495 plus postage
Great project gun/rebuild. AS IS.
Price $495 plus postage
BSA & Co. Lee Speed .303 (W024)
Early versions of the Lee-Metford and Lee-Enfield bolt-action rifles that were sold commercially were required to carry acknowledgement of the patent holders for the designs used. The inventor of the bolt-action was the Scottish-born and renowned James Paris Lee, who lived for all but the first four or five years of his life initially in Ontario, and latterly in Toronto, Canada, with his magazine-fed bolt-action design being first put into significant production in conjunction with the Remington Arms Company. He died in 1904.
J.J. Speed (Joseph) was a senior manager at the Royal Small Arms Factory at Enfield Lock between 1891 and 1909. He was closely involved in the production and manufacture of the Lee-actioned rifles for the British military, and made improvements to the action, whilst working at the factory on the designs, which were controversially patented in his name. It did subsequently become customary though for the factory Superintendents to make the applications for designs and alterations made at the RSAF.
Those rifles built by various manufacturers for commercial sale were thus marked " LEE-SPEED PATENTS" until such time as the patents expired or were superseded.
This Rifle is a Lee-Enfield MkI* pattern and has Victorian Government issue markings.
Price $1450 plus postage
Early versions of the Lee-Metford and Lee-Enfield bolt-action rifles that were sold commercially were required to carry acknowledgement of the patent holders for the designs used. The inventor of the bolt-action was the Scottish-born and renowned James Paris Lee, who lived for all but the first four or five years of his life initially in Ontario, and latterly in Toronto, Canada, with his magazine-fed bolt-action design being first put into significant production in conjunction with the Remington Arms Company. He died in 1904.
J.J. Speed (Joseph) was a senior manager at the Royal Small Arms Factory at Enfield Lock between 1891 and 1909. He was closely involved in the production and manufacture of the Lee-actioned rifles for the British military, and made improvements to the action, whilst working at the factory on the designs, which were controversially patented in his name. It did subsequently become customary though for the factory Superintendents to make the applications for designs and alterations made at the RSAF.
Those rifles built by various manufacturers for commercial sale were thus marked " LEE-SPEED PATENTS" until such time as the patents expired or were superseded.
This Rifle is a Lee-Enfield MkI* pattern and has Victorian Government issue markings.
Price $1450 plus postage
Mauser 98 .30-06 - R.Famage 1952 (V300)
This Rifle began as a 7x57 Mauser, made for Colombia by Steyr in Austria, CZ in Czechoslovakia, or Fabrique Nationale in Belgium. In the 50's it was reworked ("Reformado") to the U.S. .30-'06 calibre by the Colombian Army's Fabrica de Materiales de Guerra (Military Materiel Factory - FAMAGE), in Bogota.
Price $450 plus postage
This Rifle began as a 7x57 Mauser, made for Colombia by Steyr in Austria, CZ in Czechoslovakia, or Fabrique Nationale in Belgium. In the 50's it was reworked ("Reformado") to the U.S. .30-'06 calibre by the Colombian Army's Fabrica de Materiales de Guerra (Military Materiel Factory - FAMAGE), in Bogota.
Price $450 plus postage
Lithgow SMLE III* .303 (V280)
1942 dated
Price $1250 plus postage
1942 dated
Price $1250 plus postage
Lithgow SMLE III* .303 (V279)
1943 dated.
Matching action, bolt, nose cap, timber. Un-numbered barrel dated 12/43. Bore 7/10, dark but strong.
Price $1250 plus postage
1943 dated.
Matching action, bolt, nose cap, timber. Un-numbered barrel dated 12/43. Bore 7/10, dark but strong.
Price $1250 plus postage
Martini Enfield Artillery Carbine AC II - .303 (V274)
Production of this model carbine was based upon the MkIII Martini Henry rifle and existing .450” IC1 carbine, the early pattern having the front of the receiver chamfered, and the for-end wood reduced to suit. A new purpose made Enfield rifled barrel was fitted a capital “E” stamped upon the knocks-form to denote that form of rifling. Sighting was 2000 yards. A purpose made .303” breech block was installed. The bayonet fitting is the “Rigby” pattern and is designed to accept the P1888 sword bayonet, the single part forend is fixed via a hook plate into the receiver. In 1897 the clearing rod was abolished.
This Carbine - The left-hand side of the receive is marked M.E. ACII. The disc in the butt stock is stamped Q N C B56.
In April 1900 the Queensland Marine Defence Force ordered 200 Martini Enfield .303 artillery carbines. Converted from Martini Henry .450 calibre, the carbines arrived in September of that year, and it appears were for issue to the Naval Volunteer Cadet Corps.
The carbines were marked on the butt with a brass roundel and the initials Q.N.C. (Queensland Naval Cadets). A 50-boy company had been formed at both Maryborough and Cairns in late 1898, in Brisbane in 1900, and later at Bundaberg, Rockhampton and Mackay.
Price $995 plus postage
Production of this model carbine was based upon the MkIII Martini Henry rifle and existing .450” IC1 carbine, the early pattern having the front of the receiver chamfered, and the for-end wood reduced to suit. A new purpose made Enfield rifled barrel was fitted a capital “E” stamped upon the knocks-form to denote that form of rifling. Sighting was 2000 yards. A purpose made .303” breech block was installed. The bayonet fitting is the “Rigby” pattern and is designed to accept the P1888 sword bayonet, the single part forend is fixed via a hook plate into the receiver. In 1897 the clearing rod was abolished.
This Carbine - The left-hand side of the receive is marked M.E. ACII. The disc in the butt stock is stamped Q N C B56.
In April 1900 the Queensland Marine Defence Force ordered 200 Martini Enfield .303 artillery carbines. Converted from Martini Henry .450 calibre, the carbines arrived in September of that year, and it appears were for issue to the Naval Volunteer Cadet Corps.
The carbines were marked on the butt with a brass roundel and the initials Q.N.C. (Queensland Naval Cadets). A 50-boy company had been formed at both Maryborough and Cairns in late 1898, in Brisbane in 1900, and later at Bundaberg, Rockhampton and Mackay.
Price $995 plus postage
Enfield SHT LEIII* .303 (V270)
1916 dated.
Price $1450 plus postage
1916 dated.
Price $1450 plus postage
Ankara 1903 8x57 - Mauser Model 1903/30 (V269)
The 1903 is a large ring, 1898 style, Mauser, but with a 1893 style small shank barrel. According to Olson, 200,000 of these were made by Mauser in Oberndorf between 1903 and 1905. When these were converted from their original 7.65mm to 7.92mm (this is often called an 03/38), the receiver was slightly notched to easily allow loading of the slightly longer rounds. The bolt and magazine of the 1903 is also shorter than an actual 8mm model 98. This is an intermediate length action, and the bolt and magazine are 0.2 inches shorter than a standard length 98 action. The receiver face is, coincidentally, 0.2 longer than a 98. This rifle has a pistol grip stock which is a change from the straight stock of the 1893. The rear receiver bridge will also have a "high hump". The hump is there to handle the special clip.
Starting on the 1930’s the Turkey decided to stanardise there rifles on the 7.92x57mm cartridge. Many older rifles were updated to the new standard. At the same time these rifles were standardized into the same length and configuration, rebuilt into the pattern of the Model 1903 to provide for a single training doctrine.
This Rifle is an updated M1903 rifle chambered in 7.92mm. Small changes were also made to the stock, including a through-hole for field servicing the bolt and a reinforcing lug. This rifle was refurbished at Ankara in 1939.
Price $650 plus postage
The 1903 is a large ring, 1898 style, Mauser, but with a 1893 style small shank barrel. According to Olson, 200,000 of these were made by Mauser in Oberndorf between 1903 and 1905. When these were converted from their original 7.65mm to 7.92mm (this is often called an 03/38), the receiver was slightly notched to easily allow loading of the slightly longer rounds. The bolt and magazine of the 1903 is also shorter than an actual 8mm model 98. This is an intermediate length action, and the bolt and magazine are 0.2 inches shorter than a standard length 98 action. The receiver face is, coincidentally, 0.2 longer than a 98. This rifle has a pistol grip stock which is a change from the straight stock of the 1893. The rear receiver bridge will also have a "high hump". The hump is there to handle the special clip.
Starting on the 1930’s the Turkey decided to stanardise there rifles on the 7.92x57mm cartridge. Many older rifles were updated to the new standard. At the same time these rifles were standardized into the same length and configuration, rebuilt into the pattern of the Model 1903 to provide for a single training doctrine.
This Rifle is an updated M1903 rifle chambered in 7.92mm. Small changes were also made to the stock, including a through-hole for field servicing the bolt and a reinforcing lug. This rifle was refurbished at Ankara in 1939.
Price $650 plus postage
Ankara GEW88/05/35 - 8x57 (V262)
Several thousands of Gewehr 88's were given to Turkey for combat use during WWI. While these were slightly out of date even then, they were useable. By the 1930s, Turkey was beginning to rebuild its entire arsenal of Mausers to take the German "S" Patrone 7,9mm.
The gew88/05 in stock began to be converted, either by fitting new barrels, and otherwise leaving them as "Commission rifles" or rebuilding them completely to the M1903/30 style, with NO barrel Jacket, and the standard Turkish woodwork and bands. The new Barrels were proper .323 groove barrels.
This Rifle was refurbished at Ankara in 1940.
Price $1250 plus postage
Several thousands of Gewehr 88's were given to Turkey for combat use during WWI. While these were slightly out of date even then, they were useable. By the 1930s, Turkey was beginning to rebuild its entire arsenal of Mausers to take the German "S" Patrone 7,9mm.
The gew88/05 in stock began to be converted, either by fitting new barrels, and otherwise leaving them as "Commission rifles" or rebuilding them completely to the M1903/30 style, with NO barrel Jacket, and the standard Turkish woodwork and bands. The new Barrels were proper .323 groove barrels.
This Rifle was refurbished at Ankara in 1940.
Price $1250 plus postage
BSA Cadet .310 - Queensland (V259)
The Martini Cadet is a centrefire single-shot cadet rifle produced in the United Kingdom by BSA and W.W. Greener for the use of Australian military Cadets. Although considered a miniature version of the Martini–Henry, the internal mechanism was redesigned by Auguste Francotte to permit removal from the receiver as a single unit. Chambered for the .310 Cadet cartridge (aka: .310 Greener), it was used from 1891 to 1955.
This Rifle, manufactured by BSA is a ‘second pattern’, the rear sight is windage adjustable, and elevation adjustable. This one is Queensland Issue, accepted into service July 1911. Its rack number is 7287.
Price $450 plus postage
The Martini Cadet is a centrefire single-shot cadet rifle produced in the United Kingdom by BSA and W.W. Greener for the use of Australian military Cadets. Although considered a miniature version of the Martini–Henry, the internal mechanism was redesigned by Auguste Francotte to permit removal from the receiver as a single unit. Chambered for the .310 Cadet cartridge (aka: .310 Greener), it was used from 1891 to 1955.
This Rifle, manufactured by BSA is a ‘second pattern’, the rear sight is windage adjustable, and elevation adjustable. This one is Queensland Issue, accepted into service July 1911. Its rack number is 7287.
Price $450 plus postage
M954 Brazilian Mauser - .30-06 (V257)
The M954 Brazilian Mauser was converted In Brazil from the excess of Model 1908 and 1935 Mausers that were available in military stores in the 1950s.
The conversion consisted of changing the calibre to the now approved .30-06 from the original 7mm. The adoption of the barrel length of 23.5 inches. The turning down of the bolt handle and scalloping the woodwork out similar to the K98 under the bolt handle. The placement of a stock recoil bolt under the rear action tang and adopting a cupped steel but plate with butt trap for cleaning equipment.
The muzzle of the barrel was threaded for the placement of accessories like a flash eliminator or grenade launcher.
The action is marked on the top with the Brazilian crest. The left hand side in Marked "FABRICA DE ITAJUBA - BRAZIL" and the right hand side is marked "Mq .30 M954"
Price $950 plus postage
The M954 Brazilian Mauser was converted In Brazil from the excess of Model 1908 and 1935 Mausers that were available in military stores in the 1950s.
The conversion consisted of changing the calibre to the now approved .30-06 from the original 7mm. The adoption of the barrel length of 23.5 inches. The turning down of the bolt handle and scalloping the woodwork out similar to the K98 under the bolt handle. The placement of a stock recoil bolt under the rear action tang and adopting a cupped steel but plate with butt trap for cleaning equipment.
The muzzle of the barrel was threaded for the placement of accessories like a flash eliminator or grenade launcher.
The action is marked on the top with the Brazilian crest. The left hand side in Marked "FABRICA DE ITAJUBA - BRAZIL" and the right hand side is marked "Mq .30 M954"
Price $950 plus postage
BSA SMLE III .303 - 1940 dated (V256)
The Short Magazine Lee-Enfield Mk III was approved in January 1907. This short rifle superseded the Long Lee Enfield and featured a number of improvements over previous Marks in respect to simplified manufacture and battle efficiency.
The barrel is 25.2 inches (640mm) long and the rifling has 5 grooves and left-hand twist. Overall length is 44.5 inches (1130mm) and the rifle weight is 8lb 10oz (3.9kg). Magazine capacity is 10 rounds.
The MkIII was manufacture from 1907 to 1916 when the MkIII* was accepted for service. The Short Magazine Lee-Enfield Mk III* was approved as a wartime expediency in January 1916, and differs from the MkIII in the omission of the long-range dial and aperture sight, windage adjustment on the rear sight, magazine cut-off, lug on the firing pin collar, and swivel lugs at the front of the trigger guard. These swivel lugs were replaced by a small wire loop to secure a fabric action cover.
After the end of WWI, production reverted to the MkIII pattern until late 1940 when again due to war pressures production again switch again to the MkIII*.
This Rifle was manufactured at the BSA Small Heath plant in 1940 and it represents one of the last MkIII’s manufactured before the change to the MkIII*.
Price $1850 plus postage
The Short Magazine Lee-Enfield Mk III was approved in January 1907. This short rifle superseded the Long Lee Enfield and featured a number of improvements over previous Marks in respect to simplified manufacture and battle efficiency.
The barrel is 25.2 inches (640mm) long and the rifling has 5 grooves and left-hand twist. Overall length is 44.5 inches (1130mm) and the rifle weight is 8lb 10oz (3.9kg). Magazine capacity is 10 rounds.
The MkIII was manufacture from 1907 to 1916 when the MkIII* was accepted for service. The Short Magazine Lee-Enfield Mk III* was approved as a wartime expediency in January 1916, and differs from the MkIII in the omission of the long-range dial and aperture sight, windage adjustment on the rear sight, magazine cut-off, lug on the firing pin collar, and swivel lugs at the front of the trigger guard. These swivel lugs were replaced by a small wire loop to secure a fabric action cover.
After the end of WWI, production reverted to the MkIII pattern until late 1940 when again due to war pressures production again switch again to the MkIII*.
This Rifle was manufactured at the BSA Small Heath plant in 1940 and it represents one of the last MkIII’s manufactured before the change to the MkIII*.
Price $1850 plus postage
Mauser K98k S/42 1937 - 8x57 (V255)
The Karabiner 98 kurz ("carbine 98 short"), often abbreviated Karabiner 98k, Kar98k or K98k and also sometimes incorrectly referred to as a K98 (a K98 is a Polish carbine and copy of the Kar98a), is a bolt-action rifle chambered for the 7.92×57mm Mauser cartridge. It was adopted on 21 June 1935 as the standard service rifle by the German Wehrmacht. It was one of the final developments in the long line of Mauser military rifles.
This Rifle, a Karabiner 98k (K98), was made by Mauser Weke AG, Oberndorf factory in 1937. It is stamped S/42 with 1937 below on the receiver ring. Being pre-war, it is fitted with a correct solid walnut stock, instead of the standard laminated stock & is in original, unmolested condition. In the book ‘Backbone of the Wehrmacht’ it states that only 256,312 were manufactured by Mauser that year.
Price $2850 plus postage
The Karabiner 98 kurz ("carbine 98 short"), often abbreviated Karabiner 98k, Kar98k or K98k and also sometimes incorrectly referred to as a K98 (a K98 is a Polish carbine and copy of the Kar98a), is a bolt-action rifle chambered for the 7.92×57mm Mauser cartridge. It was adopted on 21 June 1935 as the standard service rifle by the German Wehrmacht. It was one of the final developments in the long line of Mauser military rifles.
This Rifle, a Karabiner 98k (K98), was made by Mauser Weke AG, Oberndorf factory in 1937. It is stamped S/42 with 1937 below on the receiver ring. Being pre-war, it is fitted with a correct solid walnut stock, instead of the standard laminated stock & is in original, unmolested condition. In the book ‘Backbone of the Wehrmacht’ it states that only 256,312 were manufactured by Mauser that year.
Price $2850 plus postage
Fabrica De Armas 43 - 8x57 (V252)
Spanish Model 1943 Mauser Short Rifle. It was manufactured by Fabrica de Armas La Coruna and is a variant of the German K98k Mauser. Like the K98k, the 1943 is chambered in 7.92x57. These rifles were manufactured from 1943 to 1957 as a replacement for the 7mm Model 1916 Spanish Short Rifle.
Price $950 plus postage
Spanish Model 1943 Mauser Short Rifle. It was manufactured by Fabrica de Armas La Coruna and is a variant of the German K98k Mauser. Like the K98k, the 1943 is chambered in 7.92x57. These rifles were manufactured from 1943 to 1957 as a replacement for the 7mm Model 1916 Spanish Short Rifle.
Price $950 plus postage
DWM 1904 - 8x57 (V249)
The Mauser–Vergueiro was a bolt-action rifle, designed in 1904 by José Alberto Vergueiro, an infantry officer of the Portuguese Army, and manufactured by Deutsche Waffen und Munitionsfabriken (DWM). It was developed from the Mauser 98 rifle with the introduction of a new bolt system derived from the Gewehr 1888 and Mannlicher–Schönauer. Outside Portugal, the weapon was also known as the Portuguese Mauser. It was originally chambered in the 6.5×58mm Vergueiro, a cartridge developed specially for it.
In 1939, the remaining Mauser–Vergueiro rifles were modified to chamber the new standard cartridge. The modified rifles were called Espingarda 8 mm m/1904-39.
Price $750 plus postage
The Mauser–Vergueiro was a bolt-action rifle, designed in 1904 by José Alberto Vergueiro, an infantry officer of the Portuguese Army, and manufactured by Deutsche Waffen und Munitionsfabriken (DWM). It was developed from the Mauser 98 rifle with the introduction of a new bolt system derived from the Gewehr 1888 and Mannlicher–Schönauer. Outside Portugal, the weapon was also known as the Portuguese Mauser. It was originally chambered in the 6.5×58mm Vergueiro, a cartridge developed specially for it.
In 1939, the remaining Mauser–Vergueiro rifles were modified to chamber the new standard cartridge. The modified rifles were called Espingarda 8 mm m/1904-39.
Price $750 plus postage
Martini Henry Cavalry Carbine ICI - 577/450 (V248)
The Martini Henry Cavalry Carbine was widely used by the various Australian Colonial Governments.
The Pattern was sealed and introduced on the 24th Sept 1877. LOC 3215 as “As Arms Interchangeable, Carbine Breech loading Rifled, with clearing rod Martini Henry Mk1.” The action is marked I.C.1.
The IC1 Cavalry carbines were supplied with a folding leather back sight protector held by two screws.
Between the years 1878 and 1889 the RSAF Enfield made 130,000 IC1 carbines.
This Carbine has a large M.T. stamped into its butt indicating that at one time it had been fitted with a Morris Tube. It does not come with a Morris Tube.
(The Morris tube converts the Martini-Henry rifle into a weapon which fires the .297/230 miniature cartridge for training purposes.)
Price $1850 plus postage
The Martini Henry Cavalry Carbine was widely used by the various Australian Colonial Governments.
The Pattern was sealed and introduced on the 24th Sept 1877. LOC 3215 as “As Arms Interchangeable, Carbine Breech loading Rifled, with clearing rod Martini Henry Mk1.” The action is marked I.C.1.
The IC1 Cavalry carbines were supplied with a folding leather back sight protector held by two screws.
Between the years 1878 and 1889 the RSAF Enfield made 130,000 IC1 carbines.
This Carbine has a large M.T. stamped into its butt indicating that at one time it had been fitted with a Morris Tube. It does not come with a Morris Tube.
(The Morris tube converts the Martini-Henry rifle into a weapon which fires the .297/230 miniature cartridge for training purposes.)
Price $1850 plus postage
BSA SHT LE III* .303 - 1915 Dated (V164)
The Short Magazine Lee-Enfield Mk III* was approved as a wartime expediency on 2nd January 1916, and differs from the MkIII in the omission of the long-range dial and aperture sight, windage adjustment on the rear sight, magazine cut-off, lug on the firing pin collar, and swivel lugs at the front of the trigger guard. These swivel lugs were replaced by a small wire loop to secure a fabric action cover.
WWI manufacturing economies resulted in the BSA starting to manufacture the MkIII* in September 1915 prior to official approval. The Inspectorate strongly censured the BSA management and threatened to reject the rifles. They were ordered to revert to the ‘official’ pattern but soon afterwards the MkIII* pattern was approved.
This Rifle is one of those early BSA MkIII* manufactured in late 1915. It has had a WWII Lithgow barrel fitted at some time during its service life.
SOLD
The Short Magazine Lee-Enfield Mk III* was approved as a wartime expediency on 2nd January 1916, and differs from the MkIII in the omission of the long-range dial and aperture sight, windage adjustment on the rear sight, magazine cut-off, lug on the firing pin collar, and swivel lugs at the front of the trigger guard. These swivel lugs were replaced by a small wire loop to secure a fabric action cover.
WWI manufacturing economies resulted in the BSA starting to manufacture the MkIII* in September 1915 prior to official approval. The Inspectorate strongly censured the BSA management and threatened to reject the rifles. They were ordered to revert to the ‘official’ pattern but soon afterwards the MkIII* pattern was approved.
This Rifle is one of those early BSA MkIII* manufactured in late 1915. It has had a WWII Lithgow barrel fitted at some time during its service life.
SOLD
Lithgow SMLE No1 MkIII* .303 (V155)
1943.
Mis-matched bolt, matching nose cap.
Bore 0/10. Original barrel.
Price $750 plus postage
1943.
Mis-matched bolt, matching nose cap.
Bore 0/10. Original barrel.
Price $750 plus postage
BSA SHT LE I*** .303 (V074)
The Mk. I*** rifles are WWI (circa 1914-15) conversions of SMLE Mk. I and I* rifles, which were originally produced from 1903 until at least 1912. The I*** conversion itself was technically fairly minor and involved modifications to the sights and ammunition feeding system. Early SMLE's were designed to use the round nosed Mk. II and Mk. VI .303-inch ammunition. The I*** changes updated these rifles for use with spitzer bulleted Mk. VII ammunition (which was itself introduced in 1910). The pointed bullet explains the feed changes, whilst the flatter trajectory of the new round was the reason for the sighting mods.
This Rifle started life as a Mk1 manufactured in 1905 but was updated to a No1*** in 1912 and has all matching numbers, including barrel and rear sight.
SOLD
The Mk. I*** rifles are WWI (circa 1914-15) conversions of SMLE Mk. I and I* rifles, which were originally produced from 1903 until at least 1912. The I*** conversion itself was technically fairly minor and involved modifications to the sights and ammunition feeding system. Early SMLE's were designed to use the round nosed Mk. II and Mk. VI .303-inch ammunition. The I*** changes updated these rifles for use with spitzer bulleted Mk. VII ammunition (which was itself introduced in 1910). The pointed bullet explains the feed changes, whilst the flatter trajectory of the new round was the reason for the sighting mods.
This Rifle started life as a Mk1 manufactured in 1905 but was updated to a No1*** in 1912 and has all matching numbers, including barrel and rear sight.
SOLD
Spanish Mauser M43 - 8x57 (V034)
The M43 would be produced at Fábrica de La Coruña from 1944 until 1958, with nearly half a million produced for the Army, Navy and Civil Guard. By the time this rifle was produced, Franco had taken control of Spain after the Spanish Civil War. Spain would adopt a policy of neutrality initially, changing to a "non-belligerent" stance once Germany took over France. Spain would send a group of volunteers to fight on the Eastern Front against the Soviets (the Blue Division). As the tides of the war would turn, Spain would return to their "neutral" stance.
This Rifle has a German laminated stock and K98k barrel.
Price $1250 plus postage
The M43 would be produced at Fábrica de La Coruña from 1944 until 1958, with nearly half a million produced for the Army, Navy and Civil Guard. By the time this rifle was produced, Franco had taken control of Spain after the Spanish Civil War. Spain would adopt a policy of neutrality initially, changing to a "non-belligerent" stance once Germany took over France. Spain would send a group of volunteers to fight on the Eastern Front against the Soviets (the Blue Division). As the tides of the war would turn, Spain would return to their "neutral" stance.
This Rifle has a German laminated stock and K98k barrel.
Price $1250 plus postage
B.S.A. & M. Co. MkIII - 577-450 (U263)
This Martini Henry Rifle MkIII was manufactured by the Birmingham Small Arms & Metals Co in 1887. This rifle has Victorian Government issue stamps and rack number 13033.
The Martini-Henry MkIII rifle was accepted into service on 22nd August 1879. It took the same basic form of the MkII rifle, with some re-designed features. The first orders for 30,000 MkIII were placed on the RSAF in 1879, at a cost per rifle of £2.13s.10d, with combined orders for the trade BSA, LSA & NAA for 10,000 arms at a cost of £2.18S.9d. The MkIII. Rifle was designed primarily as an arm for Volunteer, Militia and Dominion governments.
The MkIII had the “Fore-end Hook” method of fixing. As the walnut fore stock blank no longer needed to be located into the receiver mortice slot, it extends .312” longer along the barrel than the MkII rifle.
During sighting tests, it was found that the Henry rifled barrel affected a natural deflection at ranges beyond 600 yards, as a result the MkIII sight bed was soldered onto the barrel with a 1 degree 6 minutes left hand of centre bias, resulting that when the back sight ladder was lifted this adjustment corrected the deflection. The MkIII back sight bed was lengthened by 1/8” (3mm), to give the lowered sight leaf more support.
They have a new pattern breech block which was made wider to eliminate play in the action when opened and closed, and a new design of firing pin.
During this time production of MkIII rifles had exceeded 95,000, at the end of production in 1889.
Price $1895 plus postage
This Martini Henry Rifle MkIII was manufactured by the Birmingham Small Arms & Metals Co in 1887. This rifle has Victorian Government issue stamps and rack number 13033.
The Martini-Henry MkIII rifle was accepted into service on 22nd August 1879. It took the same basic form of the MkII rifle, with some re-designed features. The first orders for 30,000 MkIII were placed on the RSAF in 1879, at a cost per rifle of £2.13s.10d, with combined orders for the trade BSA, LSA & NAA for 10,000 arms at a cost of £2.18S.9d. The MkIII. Rifle was designed primarily as an arm for Volunteer, Militia and Dominion governments.
The MkIII had the “Fore-end Hook” method of fixing. As the walnut fore stock blank no longer needed to be located into the receiver mortice slot, it extends .312” longer along the barrel than the MkII rifle.
During sighting tests, it was found that the Henry rifled barrel affected a natural deflection at ranges beyond 600 yards, as a result the MkIII sight bed was soldered onto the barrel with a 1 degree 6 minutes left hand of centre bias, resulting that when the back sight ladder was lifted this adjustment corrected the deflection. The MkIII back sight bed was lengthened by 1/8” (3mm), to give the lowered sight leaf more support.
They have a new pattern breech block which was made wider to eliminate play in the action when opened and closed, and a new design of firing pin.
During this time production of MkIII rifles had exceeded 95,000, at the end of production in 1889.
Price $1895 plus postage
BSA Cadet .310 (U225)
The Martini Cadet is a centrefire single-shot cadet rifle produced in the United Kingdom by BSA and W.W. Greener for the use of Australian military Cadets. Although considered a miniature version of the Martini–Henry, the internal mechanism was redesigned by Auguste Francotte to permit removal from the receiver as a single unit. Chambered for the .310 Cadet cartridge (aka: .310 Greener), it was used from 1891 to 1955.
This one, manufactured by BSA is a ‘second pattern’, the rear sight is windage adjustable, and elevation adjustable. It is unusual as there are no state issue markings.
Price $585 plus postage
The Martini Cadet is a centrefire single-shot cadet rifle produced in the United Kingdom by BSA and W.W. Greener for the use of Australian military Cadets. Although considered a miniature version of the Martini–Henry, the internal mechanism was redesigned by Auguste Francotte to permit removal from the receiver as a single unit. Chambered for the .310 Cadet cartridge (aka: .310 Greener), it was used from 1891 to 1955.
This one, manufactured by BSA is a ‘second pattern’, the rear sight is windage adjustable, and elevation adjustable. It is unusual as there are no state issue markings.
Price $585 plus postage
Greener Francotte Cadet 297-230cal - ACCC New South Wales (U222)
This was one of several variants of 'cadet martini' rifles that were used in Australia in the late 19th and early 20th centuries for cadet training.
The principal characteristic of the Francotte Patent Martini action is the removal of the action in one complete section, after the removal of split pin.
This Rifle was manufactured by W.W. Greener and the receiver is marked COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA. The rifle has stamped in the butt ‘A.C.C.C.’ (which is for Australian Commonwealth Cadet Corps), N.S.W. 11/07. The rack number is 1272.
Price $850 plus postage
This was one of several variants of 'cadet martini' rifles that were used in Australia in the late 19th and early 20th centuries for cadet training.
The principal characteristic of the Francotte Patent Martini action is the removal of the action in one complete section, after the removal of split pin.
This Rifle was manufactured by W.W. Greener and the receiver is marked COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA. The rifle has stamped in the butt ‘A.C.C.C.’ (which is for Australian Commonwealth Cadet Corps), N.S.W. 11/07. The rack number is 1272.
Price $850 plus postage
Steyr 1890 GEW88 S - 8x57 (U015)
The Gewehr 88 (commonly called the Model 1888 commission rifle) was a late 19th-century German bolt-action rifle, adopted in 1888. This rifle was manufactured by Steyr "Österreichische Waffenfabriksgesellschaft" (ŒWG, Austrian Arms-Manufacturing Company) in 1890.
The Gewehr 1888 is a development of the receiver and bolt of the Gewehr 1871 combined with a Mannlicher magazine. It has a receiver with a "split bridge" (i.e., the bolt passes through the receiver and locks in front of the rear bridge); a rotating bolt head; and the characteristic Mannlicher-style "packet loading" or "en-bloc" system in which cartridges are loaded into a steel carrier (an en bloc clip) which is inserted into the magazine, where it holds the cartridges in alignment over a spring. As shots are fired the clip remains in place until the last round is chambered, at which point it drops through a hole in the bottom of the rifle.
These rifles were originally chambered in the Patrone 88 or M/88 of 1888, an 8mm rimless "necked" cartridge loaded with an 8.08 mm (.318 in) 14.6 g (226 gr) round-nose bullet. Early trials found that the excessive friction of the long cylindrical bullet and identical Bullet-Bore dimensions led to increased risk of split barrels and also excessive metal fouling. Rifling Grooves deepened to .321. This was noted by marking the Barrels "Z" (for "Zuge" meaning modified rifling); at the same time, new steel was adopted for the receiver and barrel ("nm" mark "neue materiel").
In 1903-04, the new "S" Patrone (Spitzer, .323 Bullet) was introduced, and the Bore of the new barrels for the Gew98 was fitted with .322-323 Grooves. The Spitzer Bullet had less bearing surface (about 35% of that of the M88 Cylindrical round nose).
In 1905, a major program of converting existing stocks of M88 rifles to use the new "S" Patrone was undertaken by rebarrelling the rifles. The formal designation is "88 Rifle adapted for S Ammunition".
This rifle has both the “Z” and the “S” stamp on the action indicating that its original barrel had the rifling grooves deepened and then after 1905 had a new barrel with the .322-323 grooves fitted. It does not have any of the later ’05 or ’14 upgrades that were applied to most GEW 88 rifles during WWI.
Price $1150 plus postage
The Gewehr 88 (commonly called the Model 1888 commission rifle) was a late 19th-century German bolt-action rifle, adopted in 1888. This rifle was manufactured by Steyr "Österreichische Waffenfabriksgesellschaft" (ŒWG, Austrian Arms-Manufacturing Company) in 1890.
The Gewehr 1888 is a development of the receiver and bolt of the Gewehr 1871 combined with a Mannlicher magazine. It has a receiver with a "split bridge" (i.e., the bolt passes through the receiver and locks in front of the rear bridge); a rotating bolt head; and the characteristic Mannlicher-style "packet loading" or "en-bloc" system in which cartridges are loaded into a steel carrier (an en bloc clip) which is inserted into the magazine, where it holds the cartridges in alignment over a spring. As shots are fired the clip remains in place until the last round is chambered, at which point it drops through a hole in the bottom of the rifle.
These rifles were originally chambered in the Patrone 88 or M/88 of 1888, an 8mm rimless "necked" cartridge loaded with an 8.08 mm (.318 in) 14.6 g (226 gr) round-nose bullet. Early trials found that the excessive friction of the long cylindrical bullet and identical Bullet-Bore dimensions led to increased risk of split barrels and also excessive metal fouling. Rifling Grooves deepened to .321. This was noted by marking the Barrels "Z" (for "Zuge" meaning modified rifling); at the same time, new steel was adopted for the receiver and barrel ("nm" mark "neue materiel").
In 1903-04, the new "S" Patrone (Spitzer, .323 Bullet) was introduced, and the Bore of the new barrels for the Gew98 was fitted with .322-323 Grooves. The Spitzer Bullet had less bearing surface (about 35% of that of the M88 Cylindrical round nose).
In 1905, a major program of converting existing stocks of M88 rifles to use the new "S" Patrone was undertaken by rebarrelling the rifles. The formal designation is "88 Rifle adapted for S Ammunition".
This rifle has both the “Z” and the “S” stamp on the action indicating that its original barrel had the rifling grooves deepened and then after 1905 had a new barrel with the .322-323 grooves fitted. It does not have any of the later ’05 or ’14 upgrades that were applied to most GEW 88 rifles during WWI.
Price $1150 plus postage
Gustloff Werke K98k “Kriegsmodell” - 8x57 (T283)
This is a very nice example of a 1944 Gustloff Werke K98k Kriegsmodell rifle manufactured in 1944.
The Kriegsmodell variant of K98s was used to expedite production as features were simplified, the slot for a cleaning rod was skipped and the barrel bands were screwed in. It has the correct late war laminated stock and handguard with a cupped, sheet metal buttplate.
Starting in late 1944, Karabiner 98k production began transition to the "Kriegsmodell" ("war model") variant. This version was simplified to meet wartime production demands, removing the bayonet lug, cleaning rod, stock disc (which functions as a bolt disassembly tool), and other features deemed to be unnecessary. At least two transitional variants existed, which incorporated only some Kriegsmodell features.
The action is stamped:-
bcd
4
Price $3950 plus postage
This is a very nice example of a 1944 Gustloff Werke K98k Kriegsmodell rifle manufactured in 1944.
The Kriegsmodell variant of K98s was used to expedite production as features were simplified, the slot for a cleaning rod was skipped and the barrel bands were screwed in. It has the correct late war laminated stock and handguard with a cupped, sheet metal buttplate.
Starting in late 1944, Karabiner 98k production began transition to the "Kriegsmodell" ("war model") variant. This version was simplified to meet wartime production demands, removing the bayonet lug, cleaning rod, stock disc (which functions as a bolt disassembly tool), and other features deemed to be unnecessary. At least two transitional variants existed, which incorporated only some Kriegsmodell features.
The action is stamped:-
bcd
4
Price $3950 plus postage
Erfurt Kar98 - 8x57 (T282)
In 1908, a new short rifle designed to rectify the shorter carbine's issues began arriving to German troops. It was modified from the design the full-size Gewehr 98, using the same action and bolt design, albeit with a short-ring receiver instead of the long-ring receiver of the Gewehr 98. It was shorter than the Gewehr 98 by around 6" with an overall length of 42.9" and a lighter-contoured 23.2" barrel. This new 7 lbs. carbine version was designated as the Karabiner 98AZ. The "AZ" designation came about due to the provisions for a stacking rod and bayonet lug, features that were not common on typical carbines at the time.
This Rifle was manufactured at the Imperial Arsenal Erfurt - 1918.
The stock fore-end of this rifle has been altered from the original Kar 98 pattern to accept a standard K98 nose cap and bayonet lug.
Price $2850 plus postage
In 1908, a new short rifle designed to rectify the shorter carbine's issues began arriving to German troops. It was modified from the design the full-size Gewehr 98, using the same action and bolt design, albeit with a short-ring receiver instead of the long-ring receiver of the Gewehr 98. It was shorter than the Gewehr 98 by around 6" with an overall length of 42.9" and a lighter-contoured 23.2" barrel. This new 7 lbs. carbine version was designated as the Karabiner 98AZ. The "AZ" designation came about due to the provisions for a stacking rod and bayonet lug, features that were not common on typical carbines at the time.
This Rifle was manufactured at the Imperial Arsenal Erfurt - 1918.
The stock fore-end of this rifle has been altered from the original Kar 98 pattern to accept a standard K98 nose cap and bayonet lug.
Price $2850 plus postage
Martini Enfield MkI .303 (T216)
Victorian issue.
Converted from Martini Henry III (1882), the barrel length was the same as the Lee Enfield MkII Magazine rifle. Due to the introduction of Cordite propellant, the shallow Metford rifling was found to be exhausted after approx. 5000 rounds due to the higher velocity and heat increase.
The fore-end is fitted with the metal hook plate as found on the MkIII rifle; however, barrel length is 30.2” (76.5cm) long, and of a lightweight profile. Sighting is via an 1800-yard leaf. The foresight is a traditional barleycorn on block.
The M-E Mk has the same top wooden handguard as fitted to the Magazine Lee Enfield rifle, except held by a single spring clip.
Unusually the M-E was designed to accept a bushed pattern 1876 22” bayonet, with a raised hump to clear the foresight, when fitted the bayonet is slung underneath (not side) of the barrel.
48,000 manufactured by Enfield 5th July 1895.
Markings on the right-hand side of the receiver are V.R III, left hand V.R M.E. .303, I.
Price $995 plus postage
Victorian issue.
Converted from Martini Henry III (1882), the barrel length was the same as the Lee Enfield MkII Magazine rifle. Due to the introduction of Cordite propellant, the shallow Metford rifling was found to be exhausted after approx. 5000 rounds due to the higher velocity and heat increase.
The fore-end is fitted with the metal hook plate as found on the MkIII rifle; however, barrel length is 30.2” (76.5cm) long, and of a lightweight profile. Sighting is via an 1800-yard leaf. The foresight is a traditional barleycorn on block.
The M-E Mk has the same top wooden handguard as fitted to the Magazine Lee Enfield rifle, except held by a single spring clip.
Unusually the M-E was designed to accept a bushed pattern 1876 22” bayonet, with a raised hump to clear the foresight, when fitted the bayonet is slung underneath (not side) of the barrel.
48,000 manufactured by Enfield 5th July 1895.
Markings on the right-hand side of the receiver are V.R III, left hand V.R M.E. .303, I.
Price $995 plus postage
Lithgow SHT LEIII* .303 (T108)
1918. Matching action, bolt, barrel (1918), nose cap, timber and rear sight. 2 MD. Mag cut-off. Piling swivel. Bore 8/10.
SOLD
1918. Matching action, bolt, barrel (1918), nose cap, timber and rear sight. 2 MD. Mag cut-off. Piling swivel. Bore 8/10.
SOLD
Lithgow No1 MkIII .303 (T088)
1943 dated.
Bore very good, strong and shiny, 8-9/10. Exterior has unusual rust pitting in many small areas. Timber very good. Matching action, nose cap, bolt.
Price $995 plus postage
1943 dated.
Bore very good, strong and shiny, 8-9/10. Exterior has unusual rust pitting in many small areas. Timber very good. Matching action, nose cap, bolt.
Price $995 plus postage
Steyr M95 - 8x56R (T086)
Barrelled action with nose cap and barrel band.
SOLD
Barrelled action with nose cap and barrel band.
SOLD
BSA SMLE .303 (S230)
Commercial pattern Short Mag Lee Enfield action with Metford rifled barrel.
Price $450 plus postage
Commercial pattern Short Mag Lee Enfield action with Metford rifled barrel.
Price $450 plus postage
Sparkbrook LEI* .303 (S223)
This is a Shortened Range Pattern rifle converted from a Sparkbrook Lee-Enfield MkI*.
A number of Magazine Lee Enfield rifles were shortened to S.M.L.E. length to comply with Rifle Club regulations on barrel length. Both the Mark 1 and Mk 1* Magazine Lee Enfield rifles were converted, and it is possible that Lee Metford Rifles Marks 11 and 11*were also similarly modified. This was done by three methods.
(1) The original barrel was cut to S.M.L.E. length (25.2") and re-crowned, the original foresight being fitted again, with an adjustable blade.
(2) A new, 25.2" barrel of ML Lee Enfield profile was fitted. These are marked "LITHGOW" on the Knox form, and have an adjustable type foresight.
(3) A new S.M.L.E., barrel was fitted, with the end portion of the original Lee-Enfield barrel and foresight sleeved over the turned-down S.M.L.E. muzzle. The original foresight was modified so that an adjustable blade could be fitted.
In most cases, the original adjustable ladder sight and base of the Lee-Enfield was fitted. For range shooting, detachable aperture sights, mounted on the receiver, were usually preferred. The original Lee-Enfield forend was reduced in length about 5" at the muzzle end, then re-inletted for the original nose cap and refitted.
This rifle was converted as per the 1st method.
Price $595 plus postage
This is a Shortened Range Pattern rifle converted from a Sparkbrook Lee-Enfield MkI*.
A number of Magazine Lee Enfield rifles were shortened to S.M.L.E. length to comply with Rifle Club regulations on barrel length. Both the Mark 1 and Mk 1* Magazine Lee Enfield rifles were converted, and it is possible that Lee Metford Rifles Marks 11 and 11*were also similarly modified. This was done by three methods.
(1) The original barrel was cut to S.M.L.E. length (25.2") and re-crowned, the original foresight being fitted again, with an adjustable blade.
(2) A new, 25.2" barrel of ML Lee Enfield profile was fitted. These are marked "LITHGOW" on the Knox form, and have an adjustable type foresight.
(3) A new S.M.L.E., barrel was fitted, with the end portion of the original Lee-Enfield barrel and foresight sleeved over the turned-down S.M.L.E. muzzle. The original foresight was modified so that an adjustable blade could be fitted.
In most cases, the original adjustable ladder sight and base of the Lee-Enfield was fitted. For range shooting, detachable aperture sights, mounted on the receiver, were usually preferred. The original Lee-Enfield forend was reduced in length about 5" at the muzzle end, then re-inletted for the original nose cap and refitted.
This rifle was converted as per the 1st method.
Price $595 plus postage
Greener Martini Cadet .310 - Queensland Issue (S074)
The Martini Cadet is a centrefire single-shot cadet rifle produced in the United Kingdom by BSA and W.W. Greener for the use of Australian military Cadets. Although considered a miniature version of the Martini–Henry, the internal mechanism was redesigned by Auguste Francotte to permit removal from the receiver as a single unit. Chambered for the .310 Cadet cartridge (aka: .310 Greener), it was used from 1891 to 1955.
This Rifle, manufactured by W.W. Greener is a ‘First pattern’, the rear sight is elevation adjustable only.
This one is Queensland Issue, accepted into service March 1909. Its rack number is 1478.
Bore average. Some nail holes in butt stock.
Price $525 plus postage
The Martini Cadet is a centrefire single-shot cadet rifle produced in the United Kingdom by BSA and W.W. Greener for the use of Australian military Cadets. Although considered a miniature version of the Martini–Henry, the internal mechanism was redesigned by Auguste Francotte to permit removal from the receiver as a single unit. Chambered for the .310 Cadet cartridge (aka: .310 Greener), it was used from 1891 to 1955.
This Rifle, manufactured by W.W. Greener is a ‘First pattern’, the rear sight is elevation adjustable only.
This one is Queensland Issue, accepted into service March 1909. Its rack number is 1478.
Bore average. Some nail holes in butt stock.
Price $525 plus postage
Mauser K98k S/42G - 8x57 (S066)
This K98k rifle is stamped S/42G. This rifle was made in 1935 as identified by the markings on the receiver ring. S/42 was the German code at the time for MAUSER WERKE AG OBERNDORF & ‘G’ indicated 1935 as the year of manufacture. Letter coding as a means of identifying year of manufacture only lasted a few years before the actual year was stamped instead.
At this time the Germans were still trying to hide the actual manufacturing numbers from the Inspectors trying to monitor their activity in accordance with the Treaty of Versailles. ‘G’ & ‘K’ code K98’s are highly desirable. Very early 98 with matching numbers.
ONLY 182,317 MADE BY MAUSER WERKE AG OBERNDORF a/N only made 182,317 K98k’s in 1935. This is the lowest number produced by any factory in any year.
Very early K98k.
Price $7450 plus postage
This K98k rifle is stamped S/42G. This rifle was made in 1935 as identified by the markings on the receiver ring. S/42 was the German code at the time for MAUSER WERKE AG OBERNDORF & ‘G’ indicated 1935 as the year of manufacture. Letter coding as a means of identifying year of manufacture only lasted a few years before the actual year was stamped instead.
At this time the Germans were still trying to hide the actual manufacturing numbers from the Inspectors trying to monitor their activity in accordance with the Treaty of Versailles. ‘G’ & ‘K’ code K98’s are highly desirable. Very early 98 with matching numbers.
ONLY 182,317 MADE BY MAUSER WERKE AG OBERNDORF a/N only made 182,317 K98k’s in 1935. This is the lowest number produced by any factory in any year.
Very early K98k.
Price $7450 plus postage
BSA Martini Cadet .310 - Queensland Issue (R231)
The Martini Cadet is a centrefire single-shot cadet rifle produced in the United Kingdom by BSA and W.W. Greener for the use of Australian military Cadets. Although considered a miniature version of the Martini–Henry, the internal mechanism was redesigned by Auguste Francotte to permit removal from the receiver as a single unit. Chambered for the .310 Cadet cartridge (aka: .310 Greener), it was used from 1891 to 1955.
This one, manufactured by BSA is a ‘first pattern’, the rear sight is elevation adjustable only.
This Rifle is Queensland Issue, accepted into service April 1909. It has D^D stamped on action and butt indicating that is used by the Australian defence force, most probably the V.D.C. (Volunteer Defence Corps) during WWII.
Bore strong 8/10.
Price $695 plus postage
The Martini Cadet is a centrefire single-shot cadet rifle produced in the United Kingdom by BSA and W.W. Greener for the use of Australian military Cadets. Although considered a miniature version of the Martini–Henry, the internal mechanism was redesigned by Auguste Francotte to permit removal from the receiver as a single unit. Chambered for the .310 Cadet cartridge (aka: .310 Greener), it was used from 1891 to 1955.
This one, manufactured by BSA is a ‘first pattern’, the rear sight is elevation adjustable only.
This Rifle is Queensland Issue, accepted into service April 1909. It has D^D stamped on action and butt indicating that is used by the Australian defence force, most probably the V.D.C. (Volunteer Defence Corps) during WWII.
Bore strong 8/10.
Price $695 plus postage
Enfield LEI* .303 (R202)
COLLECTOR ONLY.
Drill Purpose (DP) Marked. DP cut through the chamber. This is a DP firearm only and not able to be fired. It is a Charger Loader Lee Enfield I*.
It retains the front & rear volley sights. Piling swivel. Mag cut off.
In 1907 the British adopted a new universal short rifle (the SMLE) that used charger (aka stripper) clips. Previous models of the Lee in British service had to be loaded one round at a time by hand. In order to make use of the hundreds of thousands of “Long Lee” (and Metford) rifles already manufactured, the British instituted a program to update them with charger guides. The began in 1908 and ran to 1914, although the majority were done in 1909 and 1910. In addition to removing the dust cover and fitting the charger guide, the front sight, rear sight, magazine, and volley sights were all updated. The new sights were windage-adjustable on both front and rear, and calibrated for Mk VI ammunition (although many were later updated again and re-re-calibrated for Mk VII ammunition).
These CLLE rifles would serve as second-line rifles in World War One and even through the end of World War Two.
Price $1295 plus postage
COLLECTOR ONLY.
Drill Purpose (DP) Marked. DP cut through the chamber. This is a DP firearm only and not able to be fired. It is a Charger Loader Lee Enfield I*.
It retains the front & rear volley sights. Piling swivel. Mag cut off.
In 1907 the British adopted a new universal short rifle (the SMLE) that used charger (aka stripper) clips. Previous models of the Lee in British service had to be loaded one round at a time by hand. In order to make use of the hundreds of thousands of “Long Lee” (and Metford) rifles already manufactured, the British instituted a program to update them with charger guides. The began in 1908 and ran to 1914, although the majority were done in 1909 and 1910. In addition to removing the dust cover and fitting the charger guide, the front sight, rear sight, magazine, and volley sights were all updated. The new sights were windage-adjustable on both front and rear, and calibrated for Mk VI ammunition (although many were later updated again and re-re-calibrated for Mk VII ammunition).
These CLLE rifles would serve as second-line rifles in World War One and even through the end of World War Two.
Price $1295 plus postage
Francotte Cadet 297-230 (R125)
Victorian marked. Sold out of Service marked. Bore average.
This was one of several variants of 'cadet martini' rifles that were used in Australia in the late 19th and early 20th centuries for cadet training. Skennerton (Australian Service Longarms, 1975) states that the Victorian Government purchased the first 500 Francottes in 1887 at a cost of 3 pounds each. These were issued to Victorian cadets until being withdrawn in 1911 when Senior Cadet training was introduced.
Price $950 plus postage
Victorian marked. Sold out of Service marked. Bore average.
This was one of several variants of 'cadet martini' rifles that were used in Australia in the late 19th and early 20th centuries for cadet training. Skennerton (Australian Service Longarms, 1975) states that the Victorian Government purchased the first 500 Francottes in 1887 at a cost of 3 pounds each. These were issued to Victorian cadets until being withdrawn in 1911 when Senior Cadet training was introduced.
Price $950 plus postage
BSA Martini Cadet .310 - New South Wales Issue (Q283)
The Martini Cadet is a centrefire single-shot cadet rifle produced in the United Kingdom by BSA and W.W. Greener for the use of Australian military Cadets. Although considered a miniature version of the Martini–Henry, the internal mechanism was redesigned by Auguste Francotte to permit removal from the receiver as a single unit. Chambered for the .310 Cadet cartridge (aka: .310 Greener), it was used from 1891 to 1955.
This Rifle, manufactured by BSA is a ‘second pattern’, the rear sight is windage adjustable, and elevation adjustable.
This rifle has matching numbers on barrel and action, a Non-matching butt stamped CMF N.S.W. 25733 3/12 dated.
Barrel is poor condition. Suit re-barrel, custom build or parts.
Price $265 plus postage
The Martini Cadet is a centrefire single-shot cadet rifle produced in the United Kingdom by BSA and W.W. Greener for the use of Australian military Cadets. Although considered a miniature version of the Martini–Henry, the internal mechanism was redesigned by Auguste Francotte to permit removal from the receiver as a single unit. Chambered for the .310 Cadet cartridge (aka: .310 Greener), it was used from 1891 to 1955.
This Rifle, manufactured by BSA is a ‘second pattern’, the rear sight is windage adjustable, and elevation adjustable.
This rifle has matching numbers on barrel and action, a Non-matching butt stamped CMF N.S.W. 25733 3/12 dated.
Barrel is poor condition. Suit re-barrel, custom build or parts.
Price $265 plus postage
Lithgow SHT LEIII .303 (M255)
1916. Qld maple timber. Barrel dated 1916. Un-numbered nose cap. Piling swivel. WWII refurbished. No rear volley peep and ground side plate.
Price $1975 plus postage
1916. Qld maple timber. Barrel dated 1916. Un-numbered nose cap. Piling swivel. WWII refurbished. No rear volley peep and ground side plate.
Price $1975 plus postage
Lithgow No1 Skeletonised 303 (A216)
Price $550 plus postage
Price $550 plus postage
Brand New 303 Barrels
Correct No1 MkIII profile, slotted for front sight, threaded, chambered and grooved for extractor.
Ready to fit. Revamp that 303 with a brand new barrel.
Blued Standard Profile only available (not pictured)
Price $ each plus postage
CURRENTLY OUT OF STOCK
Correct No1 MkIII profile, slotted for front sight, threaded, chambered and grooved for extractor.
Ready to fit. Revamp that 303 with a brand new barrel.
Blued Standard Profile only available (not pictured)
Price $ each plus postage
CURRENTLY OUT OF STOCK
Reproduction Lithgow No1 MkIII* 303 Timbers Sets
Currently SOLD OUT - Next shipment due 2024 - Price will increase
Currently SOLD OUT - Next shipment due 2024 - Price will increase
This is an example of a 303 that has been fitted with the new manufacture timbers set.