Unless stated otherwise, all used, antique and military surplus rifles are sold in as-is condition without any warranty. Upon request, we can arrange to have any firearm inspected and test-fired by a gunsmith for $40 plus cleaning charges. Otherwise, these firearms must be stripped and cleaned by the buyer prior to using the firearm. Military surplus rifles often have military (cosmoline) grease in the barrel and action which may cause improper operation if not cleaned prior to use.
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The Lee-Enfield No. 1 Mk III is a true icon of World War I, carried predominantly by British forces but also by their Commonwealth allies—Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. While the rifle saw widespread use among these nations, each eventually developed their own versions or opted for different proprietary designs. However, the No. 1 Mk III’s legacy endured, remaining a cornerstone of Australian military service until just after World War II.
Famed for its slick "cock on close" bolt-action, the Lee-Enfield was unmatched in speed and reliability. Its 10-round magazine allowed British and Commonwealth troops to unleash devastating volumes of fire compared to their counterparts—an edge that played a pivotal role in the British successes during the brutal and relentless trench warfare of the First World War.
What made the Lee-Enfield particularly formidable wasn’t just its impressive firepower, but its unwavering durability and precision under fire. With a reputation for smooth operation and rapid cycling, it became a trusted companion in some of the deadliest battles of the early 20th century. In the hands of skilled soldiers, it could easily outperform many other rifles of the era, proving instrumental in the survival and victories of British and Commonwealth forces.
Even as the world moved into the era of semi-automatics and more modern designs, the Lee-Enfield's legacy endured, earning a place not just in history but in the hearts of those who wielded it.
