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Lot 437: Two British Short Magazine Lee-Enfield Bolt Action Sniper Rifles

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 21, 2025

Lot 437: Two British Short Magazine Lee-Enfield Bolt Action Sniper Rifles

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 21, 2025

Estimated Price: $2,750 - $4,250
Price Realized:
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A) British BSA Shirley M47C No. 4 Mk I Sniper Rifle with Scope

Manufacturer: BSA Shirley
Model: No 4 MKI
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 303
Barrel: 25 inch round
Finish: matte black phosphate
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 1193
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Bright on the land, frosted in the grooves, strong rifling.
Description:

"1944" dated and "TR" marked receiver socket, with a properly cut down rear sight and a tan canvas sling. Included with the lot is a "1945" dated AK&S Number 32 Mark III scope with scope mount.

Rating Definition:

Fair as refinished, with a mixed brown and gray patina on the barrel and barrel bands, edge wear, and mild handling marks. The stock has been sanded, with minor dents and scuffs. Optics are good, with minor exterior wear, clear optics, and slight fraying of the crosshair. Mechanically excellent.



B) British Number 4 Mark I SMLE Rifle

Manufacturer: British
Model: No 4 MK I
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 303
Barrel: 25 inch round
Finish: black
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 1193
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Bright with strong rifling.
Description:

Dated "1941", with a "TR" marked stock socket, scope mounting blocks on the receiver, and a properly cut down rear sight. Matching numbers have been added to the underside of the forearm and the top of the wrist. With an extra magazine.

Rating Definition:

Fine as completely refinished, with areas of thinning and wear. The refinished stock is good, with spliced repairs, dents and scuffs. Mechanically



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