To me, one of the absolutely most beautiful C&R rifles in the #4 Enfield (Mk1, Mk1*, and Mk2). I used to own a fine example of one several years ago, it was a 1942 Longbranch Mk1*. The stock was mismatched and the rear sight was missing, but some TLC and Walnut stain made the stock like new and Numrich supplied the rear sight. It had excessive headspace, and I had to carry a stuck casing extractor, but it was accurate. I used to reload for it with an original Lee Classic Loader, the kind you whack with a mallet. I killed my first hog with that rifle... I absolutely loved it.
Unfortunately, back when I was a newly-wed, many moons ago, finances forced me to sell her. I tripled my money on it, but I regret that sale still today.
So I'm contemplating adding another to my collection.
Please post pics of your #4 Mk 1, 1*, or 2 to aid me in my decision...
Additionally, now I have the funds, but I don't have the time to do the restoration work, like on my first rifle... anyone know of a source to buy rifles already refinished, or in pristine shape?
TIA,
- AG