World War II Enfield No. 4 MK1 (T) Sniper Rifle with Scope, Mount and Storage Crate. A sniper variation of the Lee Enfield No 4 Rifle was.

While some wartime German, Soviet, and American World War II sniper rifles received accuracy-enhancing modifications, the majority were actually rather stock, often simply rack-grade rifles selected during their initial test-firing for conversion to sniper rifles. The conversion from infantry rifle to sniper rifle usually consisted of nothing more than mounting an optic.The British method was rather different. 4 were selected for their accuracy, they were shipped to the world-famous gunsmiths of.

There, they were carefully rebedded to improve accuracy. In addition, they were carefully fitted with scope pads, a wooden cheekrest, a third sling swivel in front of the magazine, and a 3.5X scope in a one-piece mount. The end result was perhaps the best sniper rifle of World War II, the Lee Enfield No. 4 Mk.1 (T).Why was the (T) a great rifle in its day?

For a few important reasons. While the Lee Enfield action is often looked down upon for its rear locking lugs, it proved to be a tough and very reliable piece in actual combat. Not only that, but the combination of cock on closing, 60-degree bolt rotation, short bolt throw, and 10-round magazine provided a very high rate of fire. The ability to rapidly engage multiple targets was an advantage. Plus, unlike all of its competition, the (T) had a wooden cheekrest added to provide a proper cheekweld.

While seemingly small, this was a very important addition to the design that made the rifle easier to shoot consistently. The only drawbacks to the No. 4 (T) were its rimmed.303 cartridge and low-magnification optic. The cartridge was a holdover from the blackpowder days of the 19th century. Even so, its 174-grain Mk VII ball load exhibited acceptable exterior ballistics, excellent penetration in intermediate barriers, and very good terminal performance with an early yaw cycle. The 3.5X scope had a large exit pupil and a fairly wide field of view, but lacked magnification for target identification and engagement at longer distances.Even so, the Lee Enfield No.

1 (T) performed so well it remained standard issue long after Japan's surrender. It was eventually rechambered to 7.62x51mm NATO and rebuilt into what became known as the L42A1, which soldiered on in the British Army until finally put out to pasture in the 1980s.

Bse odisha 8th class history book download pdf converter. While the No. 4 (T) wouldn't be my first choice for competition or hunting, I would certainly choose it over its peers for its intended purpose.This article is Part 1 of a five-part series. For Parts 2-5, check back with ShootingTimes.com.

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See the seller's listing for full details and description.Seller Notes:“ New or repacked used by the armory, some signs of remaining grease and dings and dirt from storage. ”Country/Region of Manufacture:United StatesFor Gun Model:Lee Enfield No4, No5Specific Part:Front Sight BaldeBrand:EnfieldMPN:Does Not Apply.