Welcome to AllAboutEnfields, a site dedicated to the Lee-Enfield Rifle. Even though there is a bit of a work to be done, I hope you find it both informative and laid back, as well as a place you will enjoy visiting from time to time.
Whilst called ”All About Enfield’s”, I intend to cover a wider range of the Lee-Enfield “extended family”. As time permits It will include a few distant cousins, a contemporary or two and the odd rival. It will also cover such topics as reloading, using lead cast projectiles and paper patching for the .303.
My goal for this site was to capture aspects of the Enfield history that I feared will be lost with time. So, with this in mind, I thought I would create a small website showcasing collections I’ve been fortunate enough to see as well as collecting information from some very clever people.
Included is a section called “Not Just Enfield’s”, aimed to add a bit of balance and to broaden the appeal. Topic’s also include suppressed loads on a .308 and lead casting for a 25/06 as well as the .303 and .308, so theres a bit of something for everyone here.
A big thanks to all those who have supplied photos, leant rifles, written articles and given support in this venture! Where possible, I have acknowledged the source of any images that I have used, however, some people have asked not to be identified. Something about that particular rifle not being quiet known at home….Yet!
I profess to be no expert, just a keen bloke who likes his .303′s! So on that note, have a read and I hope you enjoy it and let me know what you think! If you have something that you think I might like to add to the site please drop me a line at admin@allaboutenfields.co.nz
Hi Tertle
Have you bought the CJA AR15 ?
Any news about the NEA coming to NZ?
Cheers !
Hi there Red Jacket, I’ve actually held off on the CJA, however I am very hopeful and eager to be taking a closer look at the NEA rather soon, in fact as soon as I get a highly anticipated email I will be looking to add a rather differing aspect to the collection and this website! I emailed NEA and ended up chatting to the CEO! A very nice bloke and it spoke volumes as to customer service! I am sure it will also reflect in the rifle.
I’ve got a No. I Mk III* with a used up barrel. I have a new replacement barrel and am looking for a gunsmith to do the job for me. This seems like it should be a pretty straight up job but is there anything I should be aware of that might complicate things? the rifle is a 1916 Lithgow that is otherwise in good working order. I want a shooter not a wall hanger and intend to keep the rifle stock. Thank you for your (very) nice website.
I live in Southern California and I bought my first SMLE because I needed something to qualify on for a CMP shoot so I could buy a surplus M-1 Garand. The thing is, once I became familiar with the Enfields and put a couple of hundred rounds through it I decided I had the rifle I wanted and never got around to buying the Garand. Here in the US not too many people really appreciate enfields as much as I do.
Jim, Ive sent you an email hope you got it, its great to see that the more and more people are finding out just how good Lee Enfields are, and sticking with them! you will have to send some before and after pic’s of the Lithgow, Cheers Mark
Red Jacket, Proud owner of a NEA DMR
Hi Guys, I am after a no4 main/king screw and the trigger parts for a re-build. Can anyone help?
Cheers Land Rover
Ben, flick me an email, i will go through the bits that i do have and see what we can find for you, sorry for lenght of time its taken to get back to you too!
Hi Jim Bridwell,
I to live in So. Cal and I just bought a 1918 Lithgow No. 1 Mk III SMLE. If you would like to exchange emails feel free to contact me at nickovac@live.com. Cheers, Nick
Hi Mark, did all those pic’s come thru. there were too many for 1 attachment so had a couple of goes at it. there should be about 15 different rifles(except the ones with bayonets, or grouped pic’s)
yes got them, you have rather a nice collection going on there. I will email in the next few days but again nice collection! in fact there are a couple there that ive had more than a couple of looks at! I recently had to sell my type99, gutted! but owell in time im sure i will fill the recently made spaces,
Hi Mark, last year you helped with the history of two HG marked rifles.
I’m now looking for a no4 rear aperture, not the 300, 600 battle flip but the ladder to 1200 yds, picked up a rifle with a busted one on it.
Cheers Mark W
Hmmmm, unfortunately i have none sitting around here anymore!
Try http://www.efdrifles.com/ OR http://e-sarcoinc.com/leeenfield.aspx http://www.valmontfirearms.co.uk/Leeenfield.html OR http://stores.ebay.com/Gunparts-Plus/LEE-ENFIELD-PARTS-/_i.html?_fsub=4 Or http://www.gunpartscorp.com/
Sorry i can’t be more helpful! I will get a better list together of suppliers that deal in Enfield parts to help, but well done on the No4, see they are addictive!!!!
Hi Mark,
when I’ve finished replacing a few bits on TYPE99 ARISAKA .. repro dust cover, cleaning rod, including a replacement stock(better than the one pictured when I flicked a bunch of pic’s to you, last year) I will get a few pic’s for your site, later when I’ve finished
You may know someone who can help..
If anyone knows much on these things, stamped on right side of butt-stock(opposite side to sling swivel) is a 5point star within a circle(like on Nth Korea flag) also stamped just in front of sling swivel , on left side is stamped a rectangle with Japanese letters (80% unreadable)
Cheers
Gary
Have “borrowed” another HG martini enfield, it’s owner knew I liked them. Have some photos I’d like to share, it’s fitted with a smle barrel, a custom forewood and an interesting NZ patented aperture sight that ive never encountered before. He also says it boots like buggery and the fired cases look stepped. Sorry dont have a case to look at.
Hi Mark, have you ever come across a ME that has been rebarrelled with a SMLE barrel. I’m looking at one now and am trying to get some history on it for the owner. Any help would be appreciated. Photos available.
Hi Mark,
i’ve gone ahead and sent you an email (from my work adderss). i’m looking at restoring my no. 5. Look forward to hearing from you.
Thanks for all of your info!
David, sorry for the slow reply, i have this weekend spare so i will have a look at the pictures and get back to you, PROMISE
Ive seen the odd one about, if you want, flick me some pictures and i will have a look and see what help i can give you