Description
This fully matching numbers No.5 Mk I shows signs of having seen service but is in excellent overall condition as the photos show.
The Rifle No. 5 Mk I was a derivative of the British Lee–Enfield No. 4 Mk I, designed in response to a requirement for a shorter, lighter, rifle for airborne forces in Europe. Although it was used by airborne troops in ETO in the latter stages of WW2 these have become known in collector circles as the ‘Jungle Carbine’ as most of its operational use was in post-war colonial campaigns such as the Malayan emergency which is where it gained its common nickname of the “Jungle Carbine” & was popular with troops because of its light weight (compared to the SMLE & Lee–Enfield No. 4 Mk I rifles then in service) & general ease of use.
This example was manufactured by the Fazakerley factory late in 1944 so this is a wartime gun & would have certainly seen service in WW2 & perhaps also in Malaya.
This would make a fine addition to your Enfield collection or the the start of one, beginning with one of the hardest to source.
These don’t come along very often in this genuine, unrestored condition & still with matching numbers.
Make your decision based on what you see, so please view the photos carefully as they form the main description & override all written information so ask for more if desired.
Whilst we check these out for serviceability, the warranty has expired & these are sold on an as is basis.
As with all used guns, we recommend you have this checked by a suitably qualified person prior to shooting.
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