Guns International #: 102369806
Seller's Inventory #: M23-304

Category - Enfield Rifles - Military Arms

Category
Enfield Rifles
Military Arms

Enfield No. 5 Mk1 Bolt Action Rifle in .303 British Caliber **Jungle Carbine - Very Cool Rifle**

Description:
**SOLD**Presented for consideration is a very cool Enfield No 5 Mk1 Jungle carbine in .303 British caliber. The Rifle No. 5 Mk I, was a derivative of the British Lee–Enfield No. 4 Mk I, Following experience of jungle fighting in the Pacific War, the British came to "the conclusion that a rifle shorter and lighter than the standard issue, bolt action .303 cal No. 4 rifle was required."  However its operational use was in post-war colonial campaigns such as the Malayan emergency, where it gained its common nickname of the "Jungle Carbine." Production began in March 1944, and finished in December 1947. Experience of jungle fighting in 1943 identified that mobility was critical and to that end the weight of equipment carried by the individual soldier needed to be reduced. The requirement for a rifle was a "light handy weapon with good accuracy to 400 yards [370 m]" The first tests of the rifles took place in 1944 during which a flash hider was added. The rifle was officially introduced into service in September 1944 with 20,000 produced; by end of 1944 50,000 had been accepted for service. Sights are a protected post at the front and the rear is aperture for short range and a ladder style popup for longer ranges. Obviously a rifle like this is going to have some honest wear and dinks but this example is in very good condition overall and everything works like it should. This fine Jungle Carbine would make a great addition to a collection of militaria and a fine shooter.

PRICE: **SOLD**  We are Antique & Modern Firearms in Lexington, KY, a dealer of fine firearms since 1974.   
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Rifle Caliber: .303 British
Manufacturer: Enfield
Model: No. 5 Mk1
Serial Number: RJ6330
Barrel Length: 18.75 in
Condition: Good
Metal Condition: Good
Action: Bolt Action
Item Location: Kentucky