sentinel89
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Good afternoon,
I recently picked up an Enfield Jungle Carbine at a local estate sale. I have attached pictures.
The receiver is marked "No5MK1ROF(F) 1/45 G22X". All the numbers match, and it has no import markings. Although there are some minor dings in the stock, overall she's in really good shape with a mirror bore. It has a green web sling.
It came with a bayonet, and it to matches the S/N of the rifle. The markings on the bayonet are: "R.F.I." on the left side and "F G22X" on the right side. It is in immaculate condition and has a metal scabbard.
Also with the rifle was a bandolier of ammo marked "50 BALL 303 MARK VII 17 4 45 MW". However, the headstamp on the ammo is "A 80 7.7 R1M3Z" and it is Berdan primed. It is loaded in 5 round stipper clips that have 4 holes in the back, and 5 holes on either side.
Now for my questions: Is it uncommon to find a matching bayonet for these rifles? Because the bayonet is in so much better condition than the rifle, could it have been refinished, or just never saw the light of day? And is the ammo .303 British ammo, even though it's marked 7.7? I'd really like to shoot it. Any idea what the package might be worth?
Just wondering if this was a rare find or an everday run of the mill deal. I didn't pay much for the setup so either way, I won't be too disappointed. Thanks for reading and for any valuable insight and information you may be able to provide. Have a great day.
I recently picked up an Enfield Jungle Carbine at a local estate sale. I have attached pictures.
The receiver is marked "No5MK1ROF(F) 1/45 G22X". All the numbers match, and it has no import markings. Although there are some minor dings in the stock, overall she's in really good shape with a mirror bore. It has a green web sling.
It came with a bayonet, and it to matches the S/N of the rifle. The markings on the bayonet are: "R.F.I." on the left side and "F G22X" on the right side. It is in immaculate condition and has a metal scabbard.
Also with the rifle was a bandolier of ammo marked "50 BALL 303 MARK VII 17 4 45 MW". However, the headstamp on the ammo is "A 80 7.7 R1M3Z" and it is Berdan primed. It is loaded in 5 round stipper clips that have 4 holes in the back, and 5 holes on either side.
Now for my questions: Is it uncommon to find a matching bayonet for these rifles? Because the bayonet is in so much better condition than the rifle, could it have been refinished, or just never saw the light of day? And is the ammo .303 British ammo, even though it's marked 7.7? I'd really like to shoot it. Any idea what the package might be worth?
Just wondering if this was a rare find or an everday run of the mill deal. I didn't pay much for the setup so either way, I won't be too disappointed. Thanks for reading and for any valuable insight and information you may be able to provide. Have a great day.
