GUN SPRING 2017
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 4/11/2017
IMPORTANT AND EXTREMELY RARE BRITISH R.S.A.F. ENFIELD .303 NO. IV MARK 1 1931 TROOP TRIALS RIFLE.ENFIELDSMLE NO. 4 MK IA2192303MODERN; C&RCal. .303. 21.2" bbl dated "30", numbered "A0919". No issue markings on this rifle which is described in Skennerton's reference The Lee Enfield, pg 491. This rifle retains "VI" marked magazine follower. Loop removed from trigger guard. Small stacking swivel. Hinged front bbl band. Waisted front sight protector. Cocking piece with transverse screw and rounded tip. Numbers all matching, except bbl as noted. It is notable that this SN has an "A" prefix. whereas most trial rifles were renumbered with an "A" suffix which makes this an even more remarkable specimen. Butt disc is unmarked. Stock is broad arrow proofed with "30" underneath. Right side of bbl under muzzle exhibits typical British pressure proofs. PROVENANCE: From the Estate of World Renowned British Rifle Collector Robert W. Faris. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish near excellent blued finish thinning to gray at muzzle with some thinning at the high edges of the front band and high edges of magazine. Smooth brass buttplate a pleasing patina. Bore is near excellent, shiny and bright. Wood is extremely fine, near excellent, with numerous small dings and with a noticeable couple of gouges at the right side bottom where hand grips behind receiver. Truly, a very attractive specimen for the modern British rifle collector. 51608-17 JWK (5,000-10,000)