1918 lithgow enfield Printable Version. Go. Rating: Quote Reply Topic: 1918 lithgow Posted: November 01 2013 at 11:33am: That is one fine looking Lithgow . 1 Mk3 Lee Enfield Rifle 303 British 1941 Description: Australian Lee Enfield No. As far as the serial number goes, there is no number on this part. 'SAF' was applied by the Lithgow factory to certain export sales and 'SR' for Lithgow sectionized rifles. Shortly after getting this one I also bought a WWII dated Lithgow; I’ll show that one in a later post if The Lee Enfield SMLE helped play a vital role in bringing the Great War to a close, as countless British troops depended upon its accuracy and reliability. Enjoy the pics lads. 303 S. Hart inspection team at Small Arms Factory, Lithgow. 1918 Lithgow and 1902 Sparkbrook Range Rifle. 95 shipping. If the verdict is that it is worth too much too The Lee-Enfield Story by Ian Skennerton (1993) - ISBN: 185367138X Canadian Market Value Estimate: $ 1917 No. WWI 1918 Australian Lithgow Enfield Model 1907 Bayonet. A '16 SSA is probably the most scarce in the family with '17 SSA being the most common of the lot. What "version" of a nosecap 03/05/2024 - For sale is a no1 Mk3* made in 1918. Last of my Lithgow's that may have seen action during WW1. Co - London Small Arms BSA. 303 British Caliber Description: Marked 1st military district Queensland Excellent bore 85 % factory Parkerizing Good solid wood , with all cartouches All matching numbers on metal Butt stock has 2 series of numbers & codes Very good overall condition Comes with rare 1907 Lithgow bayonet and scabbard Forum Home > Enfields > Enfield Rifles New Posts FAQ Register Login. This rifle is complete with all correct parts including the long range volley sights. Posted: February 19 2015 at 12:17pm Lithgow wrote: It looks as though the bolt may have been re numbered at some stage. Converted in England by Periscope Prism Co. CONDITION: Good. The brass buttplate has a darker brown-ochre patina and the stock compartment is empty. De-ac Enfield SMLEs seem to sell for £300-£400. S. Lithgow 1918 111* Post Reply : Author: Message Topic Quote Reply Topic: Lithgow 1918 111* Posted: October 09 2014 at 12:03am: Thanks for the advice. The Lee-Enfield Forum 1918 Lithgow P1907 - stupid question Hey guys, I recently traded into a 1918 Lithgow P1907 bayonet as I needed a Lithgow “shield” to fill out the collection (very close now, just need a Hooky & AECo to finish it up), but I notice there is no clearing hole in the Have a look at my favourite Lee Enfield website. Australian Enfield Lithgow P1907 Bayonet Scabbard Tip. This rifle was made in 1918 in England. Jul 21, 2009; Thread starter #21 bullet Handloader. 303" Short Magazine Lee Enfield Mark 3 Rifle, made at Lithgow Small Arms Factory, NSW during the First World War. This aftermarket magazine features a California-compliant design and a stamped steel magazine follower and a heat-treated chrome ENFIELD S. Lithgow Enfield SHT. An excellent and original Model 1907 Lee Enfield Bayonet marked to the Australian Lithgow factory. PRICE: $549. A First World War-production Short Magazine Lee-Enfield (SMLE) No. Shortly after getting this one I also bought a WWII dated Lithgow; I’ll show that one in a later post if anyone wants to see it. 1918 LEE ENFIELD RIFLE SHT LE 24-12-1244-WO-MPG007781 24 inch " 00001 to 99999 (1913 – 1918) Manufactured Lithgow SAF A00001 to A99999 (1918 – 1920s) Manufactured Lithgow SAF B00001 to B99999 (1920s – 1941) Manufactured Lithgow SAF C00001 to C99999 (1941) Manufactured Lithgow SAF D00001 to D99999 (1941 – 1942) Some manufactured in Orange SAF-3 E00001 to E99999 (1942 – 1944) Manufactured Orange SAF Featuring durable blued steel construction, the ProMag® Enfield No. Manufacturer. Black Enfield L1A1. Short Magazine Lee-Enfield No 1 Mk III bolt action rifle. Between August 1913 and July 1918 almost 100,000 Short Magazine Lee-Enfield rifles and accessories were produced at Lithgow. It was produced in 1918 at the Lithgow Small Arms Factory, NSW. The stock had been bolted on; but not properly adjusted to the receiver and barrel. As one who collects milsurps in general and Lee-Enfields in particular, I'll always enjoy the memories of my first, which was also a 1918 Lithgow. Here are some websites related to the action of the Lee Enfield rifle. Subsequent improvements and simplification lead to the adoption of the Mk. L2A1. MattC":1hwnkpcl said: Bullet, That is indeed a fine looking example. III Service Rifle. As Lee Enfield enthusiasts, we are aware that many SMLE's have been 'sporterised' over the years. This is one of an estimated 100,000 rifles made by I’ve been somewhat bit by the Enfield bug, particularly for No. Very good wooden grips and all original blueing remaining to hilt, blade and scabbard. Firstly the date stamp is most likely a 1918, (probably just a poorly hit 8 which looks like a 6) as the serial number does not correlate with a 1916 rifle. All matching serial numbers but someone had replaced the stock I think. Lithgow Arms 6. Today’s rifle is the somewhat rare Lithgow SMLE No1 Mk3 HT ( Heavy Telescopic) sniper rifle assembled at Lithgow Small Arms Factory (SAF) in the closing stages of WW2. Shop now for fast shipping and easy returns! WWI 1918 Australian Lithgow SMLE No. I get the feeling most of you blokes are not that interested in banged up old lithgows so I'm going to try and convert some of you. Header Image: 1907 Lee Enfield No1 – H barrel, AGP ‘Plus 5’ sight, wrist and fore arm checkering. Enfield Sht LE 111* 1918 . We recondition, refurbish and supply the very finest rifles and remanufacture some components that would otherwise be impossible to find. 05 shipping. / Enfield / 1918 / SHTLE / III". 303B Condition: GOOD State : Victoria Matching 1918 Lithgow SHT LE III* $1,495. gew98. (with ref to Howard Williamson) Mine looks fairly similar, but the wood has definitely been replaced since it's Aussie (Lithgow) timber on an Enfield action. Going by the serial number its more likely a later 1918 build, as Lithgow did not roll over into the A prefix numbers until well into the 1918 production. Condition of the Bayonet I reconditioned my . Front sight is offset to the left. Ohhave to mention Lithgow as not to offend our Aussie participants. The rifle is matching on the receiver, bolt, and nose cap. Enfield (EFD Marked) s/n R. After the cessation of WWI hostilities in November of 1918, both Ishapore and Lithgow reverted to Mk III production. Compared with a 1917 Lithgow. Ditch the M1 rifle sling and try to get a proper Enfield sling for it. They're easy to find and won't break the bank. Following WWI Lithgow suffered the pain of severe decline as employment was lost from the Factory, the coal mines, steelworks and shale oil works. Over all condition can be seen in pictures. . 303 Lee-Enfield sniper rifle conversion WW2 Lithgow First World War, 1914-1918: Description. The mark is an E over D, which is Royal Small Arms Factory, Enfield Lock. Have a look at ebay item number #310335356135 I know the lithgow HT's were based on the P14 mounts. 3rd military Forum Home > Enfields > Enfield Rifles New Posts FAQ Register Login. $235. LE 1918' stamped on the receiver beneath the bolt handle. My No5 does not have a numbered mag. It is a Lithgow 1950 FTR out of stores in the mid-1990s and is completely FTR. Firearms- No UK Sales. The parts are new, and the rifles were never issued--but they aren’t Lithgow factory rifles by any stretch of the imagination! They’re recently-built parts guns. EU Spec Deactivated guns. $950. 1 MkIII* that looks as if "bubba" tried to sporterize it but gave up. It was army rebarreled in 1935 with a heavy barrel for marksman use. B. Given the feedback, I'll remove the front piling swivel. In the 1950s this rifle was used by R E Hamer, a member of the Royal Australian Navy Rifle Club. 1913 Lithgow - A likely ex-Gallipoli rifle due to British markings. 00. GI#: 102905761. This one is a 1918 action, matching numbers including barrel and sight with Queensland maple stock. 62mm FAL's were Belgian production metric models, engraved with Forum Home > Enfields > Enfield Rifles New Posts FAQ Register Login. It comes with its scabbard. WWII Australian Lithgow SMLE No 1 MK III No1 MK3 . Adding to this rifles desirability is the fact that just 23,251 were known to have been manufactured at the Lithgow factory in FY 1917-1918! If you are wanting a WW1 Lithgow, you should consider this rifle which would make an excellent centerpiece of your collection or A First World War-production Short Magazine Lee-Enfield (SMLE) No. Posted 27 November , 2007 . In Great Britain Australian Lithgow SMLE No. He picked it up about 40 years ago in Clarksville, Tennessee, USA. Receiver marked with the Lithgow trade mark of a kangaroo within a shield over 1913. UMM your rifle says Enfield on the wrist band. As far as World War One dated lithgows S. Type; 1918 for Lithgow No1 Mk3 HT . The barrel knox form has been cut and the firing pin The brass barrel band was common on Lithgows during the war years, and originally did have a blackened finish I think. no cracks in buttstock. Enfield. BSA NO4MK1 GRAVES. Lee-Enfield No4 Mk2* bayonet 167. 1; 2; First Prev 2 of 2 Go to page. Currency: Size: Find Items with bayonet manufactured by Lithgow small arms factory dated Comes with Thanks for the advice. 303 "Lithgow" 1918 SHT. Erecting the new Vickers building 1925. 12. Co 1918 SHT LE III Rifle 303 British caliber; 25 1/2" barrel; Stock has been sporterized; Leather butt pad; Bore is fair; England & Nitro proof marked; Tangent rear sight; 3 sling swivels; Stock has been repaired at Australia's . 1 Mk. The Lithgow HT is a good wartime compromise which has now become an interesting rifle which is quite scarce and collectable. It is fitted with long range volley sights and a magazine cut out plate. The Short Magazine Lee-Enfield The Short Magazine Lee-Enfield Rifle, or SMLE, was developed to provide a single rifle to replace both the Magazine Lee-Enfield Rifle (MLE) and the Lee-Enfield Carbine (LEC). Open comment sort options. 14 over 16A1. Calgary. Restored from a sporterized hunter’s rifle with reproduction fore arm and hand guards Here are some websites related to the action of the Lee Enfield rifle. The upper handguard has been replaced and the finish doesn't match the stock. Site active again Oct 2020 Lithgow . Terms & Conditions. Richard That is one fine looking Lithgow Forum Home > Enfields > Enfield Rifles New Posts FAQ Register Login. Sterling para pistol. I purchased it alone, as the original was long gone when the rifle was sporterized. [74] The wristguard markings on a 1918-dated short magazine Lee–Enfield Mk III* The right side of this star is almost worn away. seanmoorman (1,433) 100%. USA Pre 1899 law. Forum Home > Enfields > Enfield Rifles New Posts FAQ Register Login. Bear43 . Dec 28, 2024 - 11:45 AM crazyjay1982. 1 Mk. This is stamped with the import mark "JJCO NY NY" on the receiver. Regina. Volley Sighting Line of Sight 2600 yds. 1918 Lithgow. I made a trade for the action and barrel of an Enfield 1918 SMLE MKIII*, Serial Number O 4477. H barrel. It is as noted an Australian PRODUCED (Lithgow) Short, Magazine Lee Enfield (SMLE) MkIII* (mark three star) I am not sure if the date is 1918 or 1919 but the A prefixed serial number would indicate it is a later 1918 rifle - as previous Lithgow production rifles did not have a letter prefix. Where can I find the a MkIII* Enfield 1918 production numbers? I need to confirm the serial no G 75xx to Enfield 1918 production. Best. F. 303 British Lee Enfield SMLE Rifle No. 1595. Below that is the word LITHGOW, but the GOW part of the word is almost worn off. Hard to find a better example. It's a Lithgow 1918 bayonet stamped with a 2MD (NSW) issue number, and modified by Turkey to fit their M1903 Mauser by welding on a new muzzle ring and slightly widening the locking catch mortise. Thanks very much to BrianR and Alan De Enfield for fielding my questions about these while I was pondering whether to bid or not. The knox form and butt are stamped with 2MD over 31648. 1676. The wood hardware is clean with no damage. I’ve been somewhat bit by the Enfield bug, particularly for No. Guys, Im looking at mocking up a faithful reproduction Lithgow HT. Share; Posted 26 July , 2022 . Sponsored. Short Magazine Lee-Enfield No 1 Mk III Rifle. Had the Lithgow of '45 seen any modifications from the design of '18?. When NRF took over SSA in 1918 there is no telling which entity made A 1918 date and an additional issue stamp are also present: “CMF / 5MD" (Citizen Military Forces / 5th Military District). Create New Topic. Heavy refers to the barrel profile, essentially a It shot a 6" spread at 50 yards when first tested! it was awful. Its a good stock & properly fitted, with the screwed in recoil blocks, but probably not by Lithgow arsenal. Rare chance to collect this Chrome Parade 1918 Lee Enfield which definitely stands out from the rest! Complete chrome Bayonet and . SawbackBayonet • End of 1918 production, probably has a 1919 barrel if that's not been replaced . The bolt head is factory Then M. I was wondering whether someone out there could walk me through the marks? I have ""A (Kangaroo) C in a shield, Production figures at Lithgow are relatively low for 1913-1918 (@112,000 with approx 30,460 in 1915) and 1915 obviously has some resonance in terms of the Australian military experience in WWI The '42 is probably the WWII Australian Lithgow SMLE No 1 MK III No1 MK3 . on your other The left band above the trigger guard is stamped "(Crown) / G. We are a proudly Australian owned and operated business, committed to sourcing local materials and product wherever possible. 1914 Lithgow - A likely ex-Gallipoli rifle due to Sth African markings and acceptance date into Sth African service of August 1918 (More pics in thread) 1915 Lithgow - 2 MD (New South Wales) 1916 Lithgow - 3 MD Explore a wide range of our Lithgow Enfield selection. #404 - 1918 Enfield SMLE Mark III* . 42011, issued As Mk111. A . New. The condition of the metal is clean and free of rusting or pitting but the bluing is replaced with Patina. R. Restored from a sporterized hunter’s rifle with reproduction Quote Reply Topic: Questions about recently purchased Lithgow Enfield Posted: July 24 2021 at 11:28pm: he!!o everyone! A couple weeks ago I purchased my first ever Enfield rifle. Enfield L1A1 1960. Today’s rifle is the somewhat rare Lithgow SMLE NO1 MK3 HT (heavy telescopic) snipers rifle assembled at Lithgow small arms factory (SAF) in the closing stages of WW2. July 1915 - June 1916 30460. I'm new to the site and to researching the Lithgow Pattern 1907 bayonet. The barrel is stamped 1918 and bears the serial number 93192. It is an Enfield 1918 receiver G75xx. A closer look at my Lithgow-built Lee Enfield No1 Mike SMLE. The peddled scheme rifles are dated 1916 through 1918. Quote Reply Topic: 1918 SHT Enfield III* Questions Posted: November 06 2011 at 11:03am: I am new to the forum so I hope I am posting this in the correct place. A was used as a prefix on rifles dated 1918-1922 1918 LithgowIt was a gift. A. Co 1918 SHT LE III 303 British Caliber Rifle S/N 49112 Description: Lee Enfield G. Enfield Butt Disk. Controversial. LE III within a shield over 1916 and 4MD overstamped DP, 11898 and the serial number. Jon: That's the first thing I'm Enfield Butt Disk GWF is free to use so please support the Forum. despite being a 1918 model with original unit marks in the wood, was $850 and showed Forum Home > Enfields > Enfield Rifles New Posts FAQ Register Login. 3 . It comes with sling. 1 MkIII* Rifle (137 picture virtual tour) Observations: There is no doubt that orders continued during 1916-1918 with the distinct possibility of other new suppliers as well. Pre-Owned. Abstract: In this article we will look at a 1918 SMLE (Short, Magazine, Lee-Enfield rifle) marked 1RNR and and walk through the process we used that enabled us to link that unknown mark with a regiment, the Royal Newfoundland Regiment. Dated 1918 Australian Lithgow Model 1907 Lee Enfield Bayonet. Australia: New South Wales, Lithgow: Date made: 1914 Conflict: First World War, 1914-1918: Description. The butt disc is stamped 9. the fittings on the scabbard look to be aluminium/alloy If anyone would Enfield SMLE Number 1 MK III by Lithgow 1919 . 459383Lee Enfield bolt action rifle chambered in . L. Pattern 1907 Sword bayonet. In this case Enfield (others include BSA - Birmingham Small Arms, LSA London Small Arms, Lithgow (Australia), Ishapore (India) and some unmarked known as Peddled Scheme rifles) Model - SHt LE = Short Lee-Enfield (usually referred to as SMLE Short, Magazine Lee-enfield - the short is to distinguish it from the earlier longer! ones) Forum Home > Enfields > Enfield Rifles New Posts FAQ Register Login. This is a fine, armory refurbished, WW1 Australian SMLE overall. £495. Restored from a sporterized hunter’s rifle with reproduction fore arm and hand guards from EFD. (1918) & B. 1918 BSA, 1917 Enfield, a 1916 Lithgow and 2 WWII dated British "Dispersal rifles". Info needed please . Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted The business is run by Geoffrey Organ and we deal exclusively in Lee Enfield rifles. That said, I'll keep my eye open for a newer nosecap. Share 1917 Lithgow. 303" #423 - 1909 Enfield SMLE Mark III . 1-Mk III . Lithgow markings Curios and Relics FWIW i have a 1918 BSA MkIII* that has a replacement receiver made by Lithgow that is marked LITHGOW 1939 MkIII* that has the BSAs I prefix serial number. In fact the only matching serial numbers on the entire thing are on the barrel and the rear-sight Watch out for these! Quite a few “new Lithgow” rifles have been built just within the last few years from spare parts bought from the Australian government. The Short, Magazine Lee-Enfield (SMLE), or Rifle No. Serial Number A5751; Viewers marks, numbered 1-10 on the body & knoxform. See how one enthusiast accomplished his restoration of a WWII-era Lithgow Arms Short Magazine Lee Enfield. 1918 LEE ENFIELD RIFLE SHT LE 24-12-1244-WO-MPG007781 24 inch " Vickers 1918 k serial. $175. 303 British Lithgow l1a1. Anyway, an interesting Enfield accessory. Post Reply. Pat 1918 Scope for Lithgow No1 MK3 HT sniper. Parallel bore, Australian production 1919, 1920 under Lt. This rifle was manufactured in 1921 at the Australian Lithgow Small Arms Factory. Between August 1913 and July 1918 almost 100,000 Short A 1918 Lithgow SMLE is a good weapon. Bore is sharp and shiny. com. , and Lithgow manufacture along with ensuing imports from South America and some domestic market action bodies (receivers) and parts, values can vary considerably Australian - Lithgow - 303 Lee Enfield No1 Mk3 1919 ShtLE. Devils Own. What "version" of a nosecap WWI 1918 Australian Lithgow SMLE No. This is one of an estimated 100,000 rifles made by Lithgow SAF between 1913 and 1918, with the pre-1926 Lithgow crest as well as the 'Lithgow SHT. or Best Offer +$4. July 1916 - June 1917 23960. none show any outward indication of Indian ownership. Obtained from a deceased estate & offered for sale is this honest example of a late WW1 Australian made Short Magazine Lee Enfield (SHT. 303 British . Sling swivels. Looking for any additional information on the serials. deffinatly not a safe queen but still has some life left in her. (1938) from Winchester Mk I* (F) rifles, fitted with the Pattern 1918 telescope on clawfoot mounts. Bookmark the permalink. It's also had a new barrel, but I'm not sure how well it's set up - last time I shot it the best 5 Lee Enfield - 22 Caliber Forums & English Gun Pub. As to returning them to military trim, stock sets can be found at Springfield Sporters or Numrich in the US (as Old SAR Pilot mentioned). 8 watchers. It hasn't gotten much attention through the years, and was in a display case at my parents' home for nearly that long. 1902 Sparkbrook range rifle. 00 MANUFACTURER: CONDITION: Used . 303" #424 - 1915 Lithgow SMLE Mark III . More sharing options gew98. I hated Forum Home > Enfields > Enfield Rifles New Posts FAQ Register Login. LE) which is all matching numbers including the bolt, action, barrel & nose cap/bayonet lug & equally unusual, retains the front volley sight & (blank) unit disc on the stock plus it has the original sling. Exporting . 303 British 10-Round Magazine Blued Steel is designed for superior strength and corrosion resistance in the harshest of environments. UK Spec. Reactions: milprileb, plonker and DisasterDog Description This is a Short Magazine Lee Enfield Mk. 1 MkIII* Posted: March 15 2011 at 10:54pm: Hey guys, I'm new to the forum and fairly new to Enfields. I've never owned one but I am in the market. It was an interesting project to Observed serial data would suggest 1918 production with no prefix would include Enfield, SSA and Lithgow (but as you point out higher numbers, the changeover to MkIII* happened some time after 97442 according to the Other Model . 303 British No. Lithgow (15) Lithgow Small Arms (3) London Small Arms (1) Long Branch (21) Parker-Hale (7) Remington (4) Lee Enfield No. US WW1 1918 Old SA Springfield Armory Bayonet Fighting Knife with Scabbard. Below are some of the pictures I have of my (New To Me) 1918 GR SHTLE III* rifle. 1 Mark Its a good stock & properly fitted, with the screwed in recoil blocks, but probably not by Lithgow arsenal. $265. FFL or C&R SOLD Manufacturer: Enfield Model: SMLE Serial Number WWII Australian Lithgow SMLE No 1 MK III No1 MK3 . Found on Lithgow and Ishapore rifles from 1942-1945; Nose cap is marked “MA41” for “Made in Australia 1941”. LE III* I'm pretty sure by the markings I reconditioned it. Lithgow l1a1. Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Topic: 1945 Lithgow Posted: June 26 2022 at 7:19pm: I own a early Lithgow, I think 1918? Not knowing a lot about No1's, I have a question, and please correct me if I'm wrong. Dated to 1918 on the bayonet forte. 1 as it would be later designated, entered British service in 1904. 00 'Matching with good bore!' TAKEN DEPOSIT Caliber: . The receiver is marked with the Lithgow Small Arms manufacturer trade mark shield over 1914. 303 Condition: GOOD State: Queensland More Details Sunshine Coast Gun Shop. 1918 lithgow: Post Reply : Author: Message. RFI etc. bottom of page Find the worth of your vintage Lee Enfield rifle. Of the eight aces listed here, seven were killed in action between 1916 and 1918 or died in flying accidents Thoughts on the 1918 N. If I wanted a 3 or 3* (pre 1918)for eg. 00 MANUFACTURER: Enfield CONDITION: Used MODEL: Other Model A First World War-production Short Magazine Lee-Enfield (SMLE) No. PRICE: $575. Here is a list of lee Enfield Manufacturers: Enfield Factory Information RSAF Enfield RSAF Sparkbrook LSA. or Best Offer +$22. 303 British. 1 Mk III rifle manufactured by Lithgow Small Arms Factory in 1917. 1918 Lithgow (cut off plate cut out, but not installed) 1921 Lithgow 1941 BSA dispersal rifle 1942 Long Branch (with NZ markings) 1943 RoF Fazakerley If you have been affected by any of the issues discussed in this The Lithgow Small Arms Factory comprising the grid of roads, industrial buildings and related machinery, administration and storage buildings and cooling reservoir is important as the first ordnance factory established by the Australian WWII Australian Lithgow SMLE No 1 MK III No1 MK3 . 303 British Lithgow Enfield SHTLE II 303 Brit Bolt 25. Find top brands, exclusive offers, and unbeatable prices on eBay. It was a gift. Not all these muzzle protectors were the sheet steel type Sporterized Lee Enfield G. The stock and furniture had tooling marks and didn't have a good finish. LE (Short Lee Enfield) III bolt action rifle. Thread starter bullet; Start date Jul 18, 2009; Prev. I zeroed & tried a couple of 10 rd 100yd groups existing 150 & 180 gr lads for the other enfields to see if it had a preference. Bore is good. PRICE: $300. ar10. 1918 Lithgow: Post Reply : Page < 1 2: Author: Message Topic Search Topic Options. Opens in a new window or tab. 14,072 were converted in 1918/19 and this was during the Barrel Setters strikes, the average rifle upgrade was about 2500 per year, this was Sight recalibration, modified cone, rebarrel if needed and the other fiddly bits According to Charles Stratton from 1940 to 1945 Lithgow made 408,650 Lee Enfield rifles of both MkIII and MkIII* varieties with no differentiation of dates of when each particular mark of rifle was made. None of my Ishapore rifles of any date or any of the No4s have a numbered mag. Approximately 50% of the finish remains on metal components. The barrel may be a 1916 barrel refitted in 1927, matched to the rifle. Link to comment Share on other sites. Lithgow ~ SMLE III* ~ . 1903 (found in Afghanistan 2003) by Wilkinson . 410 shotgun shell. M. Having said that I haven't seen a Lithgow on sale (in the UK anyway). My dad gave me a 1918 Lithgow Pattern 1907 bayonet and scabbard yesterday. Create New Topic Quote Reply Topic: 1918 Lithgow Posted: August 07 2022 at 9:38am: 1918 Lithgow. According to the Australian War Memorial, the 8th Light Horse was originally formed as the 6th Light Horse in September 1914 at the Broadmeadows training camp, then became the 8th (within the 3rd Light Horse I am new to this and have recently acquired a Lithgow SMLE 1918 with a host of markings on the stock / butt. Would you like to advertise your Forum Home > Enfields > Enfield Rifles New Posts FAQ Register Login. Lithgow went back to producing the MkIII shortly after WW1 and continue to do so right up until early 1941 (IIRC, no books on me at present so relying on memory) The 1940 all matching No1 MkIII has a MA '41 marked cut off and piling swivel, and is in very good nic except for a little pitting on one side of the nosecap. Once this was done it was re serialize, striking out the old mis matched numbers and adding new matching numbers. Fore stock factory arsenal repair. Co - Birmingham Small Arms Lithgow Arms Factory RFI - Rifle Factory Ishapore ROF Maltby BSA Shirley ROF Fazakerley SSA - Standard Small Arms NFR - National Rifle Factory 1 LongBranch Arsenal Savage Arms Co The Lithgow HT is a lot more ”finicky”, and the Patt 1918 scope is not as robust. 1 mk 3. III* SMLE bolt action rifle, a wartime variant of the widely used Lee Enfield bolt action rifle. Q&A. Top. 0 bids · Time left 4d 10h left (Sun, 06:01 PM) or Best Offer +$22. Comes with one magazine. I'll add it to my 1918 Enfield. III Pattern 1907 Bayonet & Scabbard. III’s. Between the wars. Part of 8th Australian Light Horse uniform. South African 7. Often an SMLE looks to be a standard Lithgow, BSA or Enfield with no readily apparent First World War, 1914-1918: Description. 00 MANUFACTURER: Enfield I will try and photograph some comparative examples later but great war Lithgows have standard smooth "Black/blue" bluing on the metal, but later WWII and post war 1950s vintage have a greenish, flat finish (almost rough to the touch) on the metal (I think it is some sort of a phosphate or parkerised but it may just be a different bluing) finish. Lithgow Replica Firearms is based in Brisbane, Queensland. E. Last one. 5 Creedmore. $18. 00 MANUFACTURER: Enfield I get the feeling most of you blokes are not that interested in banged up old lithgows so I'm going to try and convert some of you. ZGB33 Mags. 99 shipping. Hope that helps This is from Enfield research data. 1916 418283. Collecting Weapons and field gear from the Great War 1914-1918. 5" BRL VG Bore Dated 1920 C&R 13-67-953 01. Dec 26, 2007 4,973 8. Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: November 10 2011 at 6:58pm "I was just I get the feeling most of you blokes are not that interested in banged up old lithgows so I'm going to try and convert some of you. That is the factory. Enfield, C. I have a genuine Sight Telescopic Pattern 1918 and rings (Short Bracket) I have found a company making up mounts for the P14, and have avaliable scope rings and mounts. There are several scratches and dents on the stock and forearm. MARK III*, Reconditioned, Lithgow 8/15, Brass Stock Disc still "In Place" with 4 Capital "L's" GWF is free to use so please support the Forum /Auxiliary Patrol from Peterhead 1914-1916; small craft, Mediterranean, minesweeping and intelligence work, 1916-1918. The magazine and stock are unnumbered. Old Sweats; 377 Location: Kent, UK; 1908 Enfield - Marked to Western Australia (5 MD ) and also 4 MD. The serial on the receiver is well struck, although the first two number seem to be struck over I get the feeling most of you blokes are not that interested in banged up old lithgows so I'm going to try and convert some of you. 1 MK III WW1 No1 Mk111* B. 09 25 inch " barrel. Australia never produced the No4. Light scratches, nicks, and tooling marks to surface. By Incitatus 21 June , 2013 in Arms and other weapons. Add a Comment. 1 MK III 1918 Dated 303 Bright Bore C&R 25 inch " barrel. A timeline of Lithgow Small Arms Factory The rifle to be manufactured was the Short Magazine Lee-Enfield (SMLE), the standard military weapon of British and Empire forces. Ian Skennerton has Browse all new and used Enfield Rifles for sale and buy with confidence from Guns International. 1918 Lithgow: Post Reply : Page 1 2 > Author: Message Topic Search Topic Options. 303 British w/10 round magazine. Barrel knox has a 1919 date SAF Lithgow, in Australia, produced shotguns based on the MkIII action under the "Slazenger" name, chambering the common commercial . It is dated for March 1918 and is the rarest maker of 1907 pattern bayonets, only 10,000 being made. Manufactured at Lithgow in 1941. F. AHHHHH , but i was just about to address that very issue - the mk3* is not what he asked about , you are correct in that ishy and lithgow produced longer as did BSA - mkIII* rifles were produced - enfeild 1916-1919 BSA 1915-1944 LSA 1918 ishapore 1936-1963 , 1970-1974 lithgow 1941-1953 SSA 1916-1918 NRF 1918 Quote Reply Topic: 1918 SHTLE III* pictures. Posted 23 June , 2013 . Below that is another date of 1916, but the 6 is so badely worn that it could be a 0 instead. Old. D 66483, the pommel is marked with the mod arrow and number 20894, blade marked with the stars with a A inside plus LITHGOW and 1918. © 2020 by Lithgow Replica Firearms. Just picked up this 1918 Lithgow Enfield. (Short Magazine Lee Enfield) (Lithgow 1918) rifle, serial number 4308. Research our price guide with auction results on 71 items from $216 to $2,160. Planning on eventually Re-militarizing it. 303 Lee Enfield I collect many old firearms and newer firearms and build ARs too in many calibers Since I'm new I can't post pics until I have 3 posts I think I have a . Quote Enfield trader. 303B Service rifle. 00 'Barrel absolutely Mint' FOR SALE Caliber: . The *Reduced*WW1 Chrome 1918 Lithgow Lee Enfield Parade No. Serial number B83817 with matching numbered bolt. 1920 Lithgow Australia Lee Enfield no. This is in very good condition. Quote Lithgow. The fitting of the wood is both a science and a Dark Art, and the subject of many Enfield textbook chapters. Lee Enfield 1915 Lithgow SMLE Rifle - YouTube Video. Co. This is one of an estimated 100,000 rifles made by Lithgow SAF between 1913 and 1918, with WWII Australian Lithgow SMLE No 1 MK III No1 MK3 . UE is Enfield, UB is BSA, UF is Fazakerley and AD is Lithgow, Australia. As far as World War One dated lithgows go, this one is pretty good. Crosspiece with 2MD and Forum Home > Enfields > Enfield Rifles New Posts FAQ Register Login. It pays to remember that in Australia, this was what we had and what we had to deal with. My local pawn shop has a 1918 No. Long branch 1943. This is chambered in 303 British with a 25" barrel. 1 Mk III rifle manufactured by Lithgow Small Arms Factory in 1918. 00 shipping. How nice to see some sharp Great great rifle even if it’s a JJ “Franken-Field” (mostly Aussie Lithgow and substation parts) walt chiappini April 7, 2016 At 18:22. 1918 manufacture Wilkinson Sword company in England (Still exists today) A . Receiver stamped LITHGOW SHT. 1 Mrk. So based on these figures and comparative rarity, I would guess that a Lithgow would command a higher price. Old Sweats; 252 Forum Home > Enfields > Enfield Rifles New Posts FAQ Register Login. It retains the original features, including volley sights and a magazine cutoff. Contact us. The faintly visible Lithgow stampings and shield. This one is a 1918 action, matching numbers including barrel and sight with Queensland maple stock. (Enfield, BSA, LSA, Lithgow etc) On the rear of the bolt handle, the receiver, the barrel knox form, the underside of the rear sight, the bayonet boss (on the front sight protector) and perhaps if you are lucky impressed into the foreend just behind where the front sight protector fits, you will find serial numbers. Free returns. Borden Battery. Loads of information about manufacturers and inspection stamped markings, plus lots more, including photos of sporterized versions. Translate Topic Lee enfield no4 mk1 303 British full wood good bore all complete $800. Quote Reply Topic: 1918 Enfield No. 00+shipping . Below that is a badely worn shield with what looks to be the date of 1917 in the middle. 303 Brit 1940 mfg Enfield. 1918:ABCEFGIJKLMNOQRSTVXZ. jbtvha zqgshrs lvb fpfgb wxujoww gjaklg vbezi pxtazljr azaog bbgng