This is the last of the line of .303 caliber bolt action rifles from Lee-Enfield to be issued to British forces, the Rifle no5 mk1, also known as the Jungle Carbine, due to it being specifically designed for the war in the Far East and Burma. Production began in March 1944, and finished in December 1947.  Faintly dated on the breech, and ROF/F for the Ordnance Factory at Fazakerley in Lancashire, this carbine is dated 1945 on the butt socket above the serial number. A genuine No5, with matching serial numbers to the forestock, fitted with the correct 800yd rear-sights and  fluted barrel. Very good hardwood furniture, and good sound steel with most of the original finish. The bayonet lug has not been removed, as was quite common on these carbines. Comes complete with correct period dark webbing sling. Cocks and dry fires, with detachable 10-round magazine.  Inert .303 rounds are not included but are available in the 'Inert Ammunition' section at £1.50 each, post free if ordered with the rifle. Deactivated in the UK with Certificate to UK specification. 

 Our Price £595.00