Hi all,
First post.
I hope you can help with a few questions on my latest purchase.
I have been after a good Enfield for a while, but it?s pretty hard to find one with a decent bore.
Anyhow, this one came along that ticks all the boxes, a two bander made by F T Baker London.
I am not sure however where this rifle fits in the scheme of things, I?m picking it?s a model 56 in volunteer pattern (33 inch barrel)?
I cannot seem to find a web site anywhere that lists the various models in some sort of order with distinguishing features.
This one has five groove rifling (I assume 1/48 but have not as yet checked) which the P56 should not have.
It also has a hooked breech which I have not seen on an Enfield before, the breech plug and Tang are normally one piece.
Attached are various photos, anyone pick the lock maker? looks like turner.
Barrel maker is John Clive ,it also has W.S. but any info on the other markings would be appreciated along with confirmation of which model it is.
I have attached a repro sling from a P53,would this still be correct on this rifle?
Thanks,
GDU
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