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Lot 2630: Two British Military Rifles

Collector's Lot of Two British Military Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 1, 2018

Lot 2630: Two British Military Rifles

Collector's Lot of Two British Military Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 1, 2018

Estimated Price: $1,200 - $1,700
Price Realized:
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A) English Contract Eddystone Pattern 14 Bolt Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Eddystone
Model: P-14 Enfield
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 303 British
Barrel: 26 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 3264
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 285
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Blade front and flip-up ladder rear sights, with a set of volley sights mounted to the left side of the rifle, "E" marked small parts, a matching numbered bolt and "EY" and "broad arrow" stamps on the left receiver wall. Smooth stock, with "(broad arrow)/IE/PATT'14/EY" stamped into the right side ahead of a blank brass disc and a smooth flat buttplate.

Rating Definition:

Very good, with 70% of the arsenal refurbished blue finish, showing areas of brown and gray patina, edge wear and handling marks. The stock is good, with "H.W" scratched into the underside of the forearm as well as some scuffing and dents. Mechanically excellent.



B) Ishapore Short Magazine Lee-Enfield Number One Mark III Bolt Action Rifle

Manufacturer: Ishapore
Model: No 1 MKIII
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 303 British
Barrel: 25 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 3264
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 285
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured in 1938. Blade front and tangent rear sights, with the "crown/G.R.I." on the right side of the socket over the arsenal mark, date and model marking, and matching numbers present on the forearm cap, rear sight and bolt. Fitted with a smooth pistol grip stock, stamped "I(broad arrow)A/S" on the right side ahead of a brass disc marked "KA/1.40", and a brass buttplate.

Rating Definition:

Very fine, with 80% of the original blue finish, showing areas of brown/gray patina, bright edge wear, and minor handling marks. Heavy storage grease is accumulated around the receiver and in the lower areas of the metal. The stock is good, with mild dents and scuffs along with some areas of light sanding. Mechanically excellent.



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