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It will make a nice older brother for my Albion manufactured Enfield. Deployed military should use stateside address. 1 well) 1929, 1, 42, 52, 177 & 188 1930, 489 to 3965 The only part of my collection that I haven't traded for Brit stuff is my 1st gen. Colt SAA's and Schofield/ #3 American's. http://www.enfieldcollector.com/serials.html. This revolver is in good condition considering its age. Enfield No2 Barrel Catch Spring Enfield No2 Mainspring Our Price: $21.50 . By Melvin Ewing March 23, 2020. The conservative condition would be 95+%. The serial #A5003 all match.the right side of barrel has NP.38".767 3-5 tons. [5] By using a long, heavy, round-nosed lead bullet in a .38 calibre cartridge, it was found that the bullet, being minimally stabilised for its weight and calibre, tended to 'keyhole' or tumble longitudinally when striking an object, theoretically increasing wounding and stopping ability of human targets at short ranges. Rebelpan. They adopted the Webley Mk VI .455 in 1916. When inspecting your rifle and comparing marks with reference sources, be careful not to confuse date marks, or "private view marks", with inspectors marks, which usually carry the factory identification, e.g., "E" for Enfield, under the sovereign's crown, below which is the inspector's identification number; usually two figures such as "39". Employees and agents of Publishers Development Corp. are not eligible. and in the original caliber. Winners must respond within 30 days of receiving notification or an alternate winner will be selected. This version was made until 1939, when a change order introduced the MkI*. Legacy Collectibles strives to provide quality investment-grade military collectibles to an appreciative public. Being in the 'A' serial number range, I believe this revolver was part of the very first production run in 1932. Photographer (Major) W.G. The model's improvements saw the MLM Mk1* in 1889. The No4 Mk1 (T) saw extensive combat use during the war on every front where there were British or Canadian troops located. Interestingly, its barrel is oddly shaped: flat on the sides, rounded beneath and with a full-length rib on top. Will have to keep looking for more Enfields, they are nice guns.. I have a No4 MkI cruciform bayonet made by Singer Sewing Machine. Like the SMLE an all matching No4 or No5 will have all the serial numbers matching wherever they are found on a particular rifle. Components for these rifles were made by Enfield about 1935, shipped to Fazakerly in 1940. The system was obsolete as soon as the Enfield Mk I was introduced, especially as it required reloading one round at a time via a gate in the side (much like the Colt Single Action Army or the Nagant M1895 revolvers). Welcome to Hog Island Gun Parts. Estimated Value *Using 80% condition for . and every thing hinges smoothly. Enfield Pistol, No 2 MK 1, Commando . Winners will be notified by certified mail on official letterhead. Enfield No.2 MK1* - .38 S&W. $ 649.00. All entries must be received by giveaway end date. They named it the .380 Revolver Mk 1 but its nothing more than the .38 S&W introduced in Smith & Wessons Baby Russian circa 1875. (IV) Winners must undergo a background check (if needed) and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. It has matching numbers throughout, but appears all serial numbers were re-worked and also stamped with a 'CPJ' marking, though we could not find the significance of this marking through research. ISHAPORE NO 2 MK I* DA .38 CAL ENFIELD REVOLVER | Ishapore Model No 2 Mk 1* .38 caliber double action Enfield revolver. Download URL for manual installation. It was made by Enfield (some were made by Birmingham Small Arms) and dated 1936. Although officially superseded by the Browning Hi-Power, the revolver continued to be used in many of the former British colonies around the world, as I believe this one did. The demand of new ENFIELD NO2 MK 1 pistol's has risen 1 units over the past 12 months. (I) Giveaway ends May 31, 2023. Yet again, once the sequence of numbers caped out letter prefixes were used to start the sequence over. Minimum price for the offer must be greater than 0% of the Product. The prefixes were assigned as follows: A, B, C, D, E, F, G, L, N, O, P, Q, R, S, T ,U, V, W, Y ,Y, Z, AA, AB, AC. (IV) Winners must undergo a background check (if needed) and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. The Enfield Revolver was a self-extracting British handgun designed and manufactured at the government-owned Royal Small Arms Factory in Enfield, initially in the .476 calibre (actually 11.6 mm).. The original No.2 Mk1 was a true double action first produced 1931 as I believe. Factory warranties may apply in some cases. Webley Mark 1 (Straight grip) 1924-1935. Mail-in entries accepted; send postcards (no envelopes) to: American Handgunner Magazine, GOM Mar/Apr 2023, P.O. Its attached to a period British issue belt. 2 MkI could be used far more effectively than the bulkier and heavier .455 calibre Webley revolvers that had been issued during World War I. These specific letter prefixes were assigned to ROF Fazakerley and BSA Shirley, the only two manufacturers of the No5 rifle, this ensured that there would be no duplicate serials during the production run of No5s. Any idea? Very nice Colt Rebelpan. [6] They replaced the Adams. I also have a No7MkI/L Land Service swiveling pommel blade bayonet intended for the MkV submachine gun but will also fit the No4Mk1 Enfield. I have a No4 MkI cruciform bayonet made by Singer Sewing Machine. Visit our website for new treasures daily. British WWI & WWII Leather Brodie Helmet Carrier for Saddle or Sam Browne Belt. lead-alloy bullets at a miserable 630 fps. The Howard Auto Cultivator Company (HAC) in New South Wales, Australia tooled up and began manufacturing the Enfield No 2 Mk I* and I** revolvers in 1941, but the production run was very limited (estimated at around 350 or so revolvers in total), and the revolvers produced were criticised for being non-interchangeable, even with other HAC-produced revolvers. There are now 25 states with so-called Constitutional carry and Florida appears to be approaching permitless carry, which translates to more citizens Had Dick Casull listened to the experts of the time the .454 Casull would never have arrived. I can't read the date, but it's post-WWII, probably early 50's but maybe later. unjacketed round-nose, lead bullet of .359 inch diameter that developed a muzzle velocity of 620650ft/s (190200m/s). An early 1933 Model. Specs: Savage Enfield No.4 MK1*. 11 d ago. The rod is also original and ends in a screwdriver bit for disassembling the weapon. Winners must respond within 30 days of receiving notification or an alternate winner will be selected. Germany rightly squawked about Britains use of lead bullets in World War II so the load was changed to a 178-gr. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. I do not recommend it for any other firearm, as the condition of vintage firearms varies. Again Big B, you have a very collectable and sought after rifle and in pristine condition would fetch a handsome sum of money. It carries all the little British proof marks they customarily scratch up guns with and best of all, is stamped R.A.F. (III) Giveaway winner(s) chosen by random drawing. (I) Giveaway ends March 31, 2023. What makes this particular Lee-Enfield No.4 Mk.2 an 'obscure' object of desire: it's in abso-fricking-lutely 100% condition. ETA: I see the markings on the holster now. Mail-in entries accepted; send postcards (no envelopes) to: American Handgunner Magazine, GOM DIY 2022, P.O. 2 Mk I .38. No3 Mk2 numbers 1 - 7899. M. Do you have a Webley revolver with the mark Commonwealth Bank on the barrel. There were three main variants of the Enfield No2 MkI revolver. Overall Length: 44.5". on its right side. Enfield No.2 Revolver. It should be used only as a general guide. Winchester factory ammo for .38 S&W is still factory loaded with 145-gr. Despite the fact that it was the first revolver adopted by . After 1938, almost all No.2 Mk.1s were converted into No.2 Mk 1* configuration. In my mind then it just had to have ridden inside a Spitfire, circa 1940. Wilson, Royce, "A Tale of Two Collectables", Last edited on 12 February 2023, at 06:48, "Weapons of the Police and Auxiliary Forces in Malaya", The Corps of the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers Museum of Technology: Pistol Revolver .38 inch No 2 Mk I, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Enfield_No._2&oldid=1138895724, approx 55,000 Mk I & approx 270,000 Mk I* & Mk I**, Enfield No 2 Mk I, Enfield No 2 Mk I*, Enfield No 2 Mk I**, Double-action revolver (Mk I single/double action, Mk I* and Mk I** double action only). I get a 9 group centered on the target at 25 yards with a machine rest. 2 Mark 1 revolver was developed at the Royal Small Arms Factory in Enfield, England from 1926 1927. $1.50. To protect the privacy and security of winners, names will not be made public. The 12 month average price is $460.64 used. L44A1 7.62mm Machine Gun, for Helicopters, Naval. They may have the numbers stamped into the front portion of the fore-end and on the bottom of the magazine. The Corps of the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers Museum of Technology: Pistol Revolver .476 inch Enfield Model 1882, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Enfield_revolver&oldid=1084241931, Victorian-era weapons of the United Kingdom, Short description is different from Wikidata, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0. The wooden grips were changed to plastic, and the hammer spur was bobbed. Serial numbering of the .303in Lee-Enfield Rifle No.4. Employees and agents of Publishers Development Corp. are not eligible. It has a lanyard loop on the bottom of . What this page will attempt to provide is a basic overview of the serial system and where to find them along with the manufacture markings and barrel date stamp that is common on most Enfields. I am trying to find out what year this was made. The store will not work correctly in the case when cookies are disabled. Factory warranties may apply in some cases. All guns have a story to tell, some are just more interesting than others. It is highly collectable but not rare. 4 Mk I, chambered in the same .303 . Mechanically very good. 13 d ago. SMLEs will have serial numbers stamped on the bolt, receiver, barrel, nose cap and the underside of the rear sight. The guns were developed in the 1960s by Robert Mainhardt and Art Biehl through their joint company MB Associates. . Serial number C5942. mauser 1939. Consequently, the British firm of Webley & Scott tendered their Webley Mk IV revolver in .38/200 calibre. The third variant was the MkI**, which was a 1942 variant of the MkI* simplified in order to increase production, but was discontinued shortly thereafter as a result of safety concerns over some of the introduced modifications. Box 1926, Escondido, CA 92033. Some SMLEs may be found with as little as a 3 digit number and high as a 5 digit number. I myself could not even hazard a guess on a price. The final result in March 1944 became the No. Don't know what happened to those pic. Contest void where prohibited by law. Webley Mark 1 (Slanted grip) 1935-1964. If its got a 1918 date it has to be a Webley as Enfield only made the MkVI from 1921 to 1926. . The Royal Small Arms Factory at Enfield Lock, England began production of this revolver in 1942, and continued until 1957. Contest void where prohibited by law. It's known as the 38/200 but it will run the 146gr stuff fine. Again, thanks for the help! Serial Numbers, Model, Mark and Manufacture Identification. Parts List. [6][7] At the time, the .38 calibre Smith & Wesson cartridge with 200-grain (13g) lead bullet, known as the .38/200, was also a popular cartridge in civilian and police use (in the US, the .38/200 or 380/200 was known as the ".38 Super Police" load). With a history and tradition of fine gun making behind them, the Manurhin series of Revolvers is truly world-class. ENFIELD No.2 Mk1. The .476 calibre Enfield Mk I and Mk II revolvers were the official sidearm of both the British Army and the North-West Mounted Police, as well as being issued to many other Colonial units throughout the British Empire. And the era ran from adoption in 1932 to replacement by the FN Hi Power (P35) 9mm in 1957 although it continued to serve in British holsters into the early 1960s. Nov 12, 2013 #1. The lanyard ring is still present and has British proof stamps all over the revolver. (I) Giveaway ends September 30, 2022. It is not, however, the best choice for deliberately aimed, long-distance shooting the double-action pull will throw the most competent shooter's aim off enough to noticeably affect accuracy at ranges of more than 15 yards (14m) or so. British WWI Robbins of Dudley Push Dagger Leather Scabbard. This revolver was adopted for British Military service in 1932 as Enfield Revolver, .38 Calibre, No.2 Mark 1. Can't see anything on guns of ww1 vintage or older. No purchase necessary. Well, they usually dont get things right. mayralphie; Jun 26, 2009; 31 32 33. Search store . Associated taxes and fees will be the responsibility of the winner. 2 Caliber:.38.S&W Description: Serial #L8758, .38/200 British (.38 S&W), 5" barrel with a very good, bright bore that has some mild freckling within the grooves. Enfield No.2 Mk 1* was developed in the late 1930s for the British Tank Corps, and are distinguished from the early Mark 1 by spurless, Double Action Only hammers, lighter mainsprings, and re-shaped grip side plates. 2 Mk I .38 was manufactured in 1936 and is marked R.A.F. Did it fly in a Spitfire? From my little Enfield they clocked at 667 fps. (IV) Winners must undergo a background check and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. Prizes will not be awarded if illegal in jurisdiction of winner(s). A first gen Winchester 1873 also in 44-40. It has a smooth hammer, DAO. I mostly have Colt SAA's and Smith & Wesson. The handgrips were made of wood. See: Stamps, Mark, and Ian Skennerton, .380 Enfield Revolver No. Prizes will not be awarded if illegal in jurisdiction of winner(s). Variant of L20. 1916 Luger. Bottom of barrel has England GSAD MANH.BCH.CA. Another inconsistency is that it has a grey Parkerized finish, as opposed to the black Suncorite finish which the British applied to these revolvers during WWII. 2 revolvers saw widespread service with British and Commonwealth forces throughout World War 2 (1939-1945) though it was not as highly valued as other sidearms of the conflict were. The Enfield No. In this Episode of This Ole Gun we take a look at the Enfield No. (IV) Winners must undergo a background check (if needed) and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. No4 rifles were given a starting number that may be used to identify manufacturers, but again there was no set serial blocks. Bore is excellent. Enfield Number 4 Mk1 1931 Trials Rifle converted to a 1933 Trails Rifle. After all, that's why we had butt marking discs. The world's most powerful firearm database. The best way to ensure an item is yours is to purchase it directly off the website. Original Item: These are absolutely original grey/blue Web Holster for the .38/200 Enfield No. Right side of frame: Enfield No2 Mk1 and 1938 legend, the other marks that looks like crossed swords I have no idea Pix 6. Employees and agents of Publishers Development Corp. are not eligible. We specialize in all military surplus weapons from AK-47s, AR-15s, Mausers, CETME, Enfields, UZIs, and much more! is there a site or data base of Enfield serial numbers where a person could track their rifle back to place of manufacture, deployment etc.? The Enfield No. Presumably modified during the war to the later specs. 2 Mk1* RevolverDated "43" on the barrel. For official references, usually the finished and issued rifle was tracked by its rack number and of course these records have long since been destroyed or lost forever. But the persistent zero problem became an annoyance. Enfield (Also See SMLE) Revolvers No2 MKI. Best to get an appraisal though, and like all things, firearms values fluctuate, more so here in Canada lately. Skip to content. Along with the manufacturers name both the date of manufacture and the type and mark of the rifle is also shown. The right side has 1931 under the crown and a 32 on top of barrel. 3 Revolver), the Enfield Mk I/Mk II was complicated to unload, having an Owen Jones selective extraction/ejection system which was supposed to allow the firer to eject spent cartridges, whilst retaining live rounds in the cylinder. Deployed military should use stateside address. Required fields are marked *. Eligible for FREE shipping * 1 Axle Retaining Pin . In my usual way of collecting serial numbers, I began collating Enfield revolver serials some time ago. While the rest of the world was moving on to semi-automatic pistols, the British continued to embrace the rugged dependability of the revolver when it came time to replace the venerable .455 Webley. [10] They were top-break single- or double-action,[8] and fitted with lanyard rings. I too was lucky enough to find a largely unused No.2, https://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=34897, https://www.milsurps.com/images/impofield1XL-1.jpg, https://www.milsurps.com/images/impofield7X2-1.jpg, https://www.milsurps.com/images/impofield3X3-1.jpg, https://www.milsurps.com/images/imponfield2L-1.jpg, https://www.milsurps.com/images/imponfield4L-1.jpg, https://www.milsurps.com/images/impofield5XL-1.jpg, https://www.milsurps.com/images/imponfield6L-1.jpg. 2 revolvers remained in service until well into the 80's. Posted: 5/8/2014 7:50:27 AM EST. No purchase necessary. Bore is very good. I also have another Lithgow Bren where the serial numbers all match where one is prefixed with a B whereas the other numbers are prefixed with a A, this mistake was never corrected. Unfired and as clean and bright as the day it was born in the Fazakerley Royal Ordnance Factory in Liverpool . No substitutions or transfers to a third party are allowed. British WWII Sten and Lanchester SMG Magazine Bandolier. 2 Mark 1 revolver was developed at the Royal Small Arms Factory in Enfield . 5 Mk 1, unofficially nicknamed "Jungle Carbine.". 1 .38 REVOLVER GRIPS quantity. The plastic grips were thought an improvement at the time. [3] The authorities began a search for a double-action revolver with less weight and recoil that could be quickly mastered by a minimally trained soldier,[4] with a good probability of hitting an enemy with the first shot at extremely close ranges. Product #: PDF0090 Part Key: 0. We hope to raise awareness and understanding for the collector community, as well as encourage new collectors to join the hobby. High-quality swords, dating from the Roman Empire of almost 2000 years ago, have been found with factory stamps. Which S&W? To protect the privacy and security of winners, names will not be made public. Ive closely replicated it with a 195 grain cast lead bullet and 1.5 grains of Hercules Bullseye. Giveaway prizes may have evidence of being test fired or exhibit minor handling marks. This revolver is in good condition considering its age. Winners must respond within 30 days of receiving notification or an alternate winner will be selected. The mark and type of rifle will be stamped onto the left side receiver wall. 2. My Enfield must have been sighted for the .38/200 Mk I load because it hits to point of aim with the above handload. By way of compensation, however, the Royal Commission on Awards to Inventors awarded Webley & Scott 1,250.[12]. Giveaway prizes may have evidence of being test fired or exhibit minor handling marks. There were more than 317,000 Mk I MLE rifles produced and nearly 600,000 Mk I* MLE rifles. Buymilsurp.com Enfield No2 MK1** .38 Revolver Mfr by Albion - INFO ONLY NOT FOR SALE P17-10 Enfield No2 MK1** .38 Revolver Mfr by Albion Date Acquired: Caliber: .38 Purchase Price: Finish: Blued Bore Condition: VG-EXC Barrel Length: 5" Stock Condition: G-VG some mars Type: Revolver Metal Condition: EXCELLENT Serial #: C25XX Markings: Top of barrel CAL-38, Right side above grips Albion No2 . He worked the oil fields in west Texas and this was his pickup gun he used for 20 + years. [15] When used in the manner in which British forces trained (rapid double-action fire at very close ranges), the No 2 MkI* is at least as accurate as any other service pistol of its time, because of the relatively light double-action trigger pull. Factory warranties may apply in some cases. No purchase necessary. Like the Webley, all serial numbers are matching, to include the smooth wooden grips. HLebooks.com, November 2018. I and Mk. Iz, a deviation of the .38 Smith & Wesson cartridge, also known as the .38/200. The .476 calibre Enfield Mk I and Mk II revolvers were the official sidearm of both the British Army and the North-West Mounted Police, as well as being issued to many other Colonial units throughout . Thanks form being patient with me, the enfield rookie I am! Barrel Length: 25". Victorian-era British arms, accoutrements, and military history. Prizes will not be awarded if illegal in jurisdiction of winner(s). This weapon was manufactured at the Royal Small Arms Factory at Enfield in 1934. This gun is chambered in 38 S&W. This gun is in good condition overall with some signs of wear. A MK1 MLE in 7-9/10 condition which is average for what I`ve been seeing over the last couple of yrs are in the range of $1500- $2500. by argshistory. APEX Gun Parts is your source for hard to find gun parts, parts kits, and accessories. Lot # 215: British Webley & Scott Mk VI Double Action Revolver. "The Ideal situation, is that a man acquire a British flintlock musket or pistol every day. i think you have a great piece , and as modified its a great example of one that went through the changes , i think you need one like grants to go with it . Thanks guys. Thanks a lot for the info and the pictures. Winners will be notified by certified mail on official letterhead. Contest open to U.S. residents only. Ive made up a few of these with 159 grain bullets and 2.2 grains of Hercules, with so-so results. (III) Giveaway winner(s) chosen by random drawing. Seller: Valley Gun Works Valley Gun Works. Condition: Make: Enfield; Model: No2 Mk1* Ammo Type: Centrefire; Action Type: Revolver; Calibre:.38 S&W; Serial Number: M2706; Private User. Box 1926, Escondido, CA 92033. Eventually, the British replaced the 200 grain monster bullet with a 160 grain full metal jacketed bullet in compliance with Geneva conventions.