I collect lee enfields and I just got my hands on a lee enfield no.4 mk1* that has never been fired and has the grease that it was wrapped with still on it from when it was new. Does anyone know how much that would be worth.

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I'm not up on military stuff so can't help you. Have you checked some of the gun sale or collector sites on the net?

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How could one attest to the fact that a weapon has never been fired? Just wondering. Most military surplus have been rebuilt or packed away greased and ready for years of storage. There are guys that can answer both our questions here. Just wait and see.

Greg

There are many things to look for. Where was it manufactured? Year? Was it converted to 1/2, 1/3 (does it have electro penciled info w/ ftr or ftf), does it have a standard flip peep ore peep/ micrometer sight(there are 2 micro sights that could have been used). I have seen them go for $125.00 to $250.00. Any info would help. Jim

There are many things to look for. Where was it manufactured? Year? Was it converted to 1/2, 1/3 (does it have electro penciled info w/ ftr or ftf), does it have a standard flip peep ore peep/ micrometer sight(there are 2 micro sights that could have been used). I have seen them go for $125.00 to $250.00. Any info would help. Jim

There are a lot of WWII Enfields out there and there are enough prices for a bingo game. I bought one as described for $200.00 with a lot of accessories. The right buyer might pay more. Other folks could care less. Hope this helps. All the best...
Gil

There are a lot of WWII Enfields out there and there are enough prices for a bingo game.
Gil

A better statement than I could have thought of, and true!

Jim

don't worry about what it might be worth, just find out a little history about the rifle and the men that might have shot. and above all go out and enjoy shooting it!

Back in the early 90's "new" enfields were impotred The were call the IRISH CONTRACT RIFLES they were made for the Irish goverment but never delivered, put in stores until sold as surplus. They should be stamped 1954 or 1955 as year made. My buddy has one that he has shot 30-40 times and the rifle still looks like new. I think he paid 250 for it then.

Bamajohn

I shot a couple different models but could never get used to the sights. Maybe it's my glasses!

I collect lee enfields and I just got my hands on a lee enfield no.4 mk1* that has never been fired and has the grease that it was wrapped with still on it from when it was new. Does anyone know how much that would be worth.

I agree with everything that has been said. History is key, and will make the difference between £250-£2500. I have delt with rifles in that price range. Their were some un-common Canadain issues that can make a good price, but again history and condition. Also it may have been messed about with. If it is not 303 then it is a late issue or even a police issue. Slugging the bore is very important as they could be large differences between rifles. Once the bore size is matched with the right round, it is in my view one of the most accurate rifle of that time, and still should give a good account. The only rifle I would put above it is a Swedish Mauser 6.5 x 55