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Lot #2453
Lot #2455

Lot 2454: Three British Commonwealth Military Bolt Action Rifles

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: October 5, 2024

Lot 2454: Three British Commonwealth Military Bolt Action Rifles

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: October 5, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,200 - $1,800
Price Realized:
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A) L.S.A. SMLE No. 1 Mk III Rifle

Manufacturer: LSA
Model: Mark III
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 303 British
Barrel: 25 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 850
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Description:

"1915" dated, import marked on receiver, cartouche on right of stock. Includes a canvas sling.

Rating Definition:

Fine, with much of the refinished blue, some mild wear, and a minor crack and some light handling marks in the refinished wood. Mechanically excellent.



B) Canadian Long Branch No.4 Mk I* Rifle with Bayonet

Manufacturer: Long Branch
Model: No. 4 MKI*
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 303 British
Barrel: 25 inch round
Finish: parkerized
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 850
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Shiny - Very little wear
Description:

"1943" dated receiver, import marked near muzzle. Includes a knife bayonet.

Rating Definition:

Very good, with most of the original finish, some light wear, and some scattered minor chips/handling marks on the wood. Mechanically excellent.



C) British B.S.A. Shirley No. 5 Mk I Jungle Carbine

Manufacturer: BSA Shirley
Model: No 5 MKI
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 303 British
Barrel: 20 inch round
Finish: black
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 850
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Shiny - Very little wear
Description:

"M47C" marked and "1945" dated receiver socket. Matching visible serial numbers.

Rating Definition:

Fine, with most of the refinished black, some mild wear, and some scattered mild handling marks on the wood. Mechanically excellent.



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