Deactivated 1939 BSA SMLE MKIII - Dunkirk Era

Deactivated 1939 BSA SMLE MKIII - Dunkirk Era

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An early Second World War SMLE No1 MKIII, dated 1939 (Dunkirk Era). Manufactured by Birmingham Small Arms Company (BSA Co) with magazine cut off plate and matching bolt. Note this rifle was not upgraded to a MKIII*. With the outbreak of WWII the British military soon realised a huge shortage in serviceable rifles. Although during the inter war years various new designs and improvements were being trialed, it soon became apparent that the manufacture of the trusty SMLE was the easiest short term fix. These rifles were some of the first to see action early in 1940 during the Allies attempt to halt the German invasion of France with many of these rifles being abandoned on the beaches of Dunkirk after the mass evacuation back to Britain. Rifles that returned were soon back in action being redeployed on all fronts throughout Europe, Africa and Asia.

This particular SMLE has matching numbers to bolt, receiver, barrel and rear sights. Deactivated to old specifications with a working action it can be cocked, stripped and dry fired.

To order Call 01547 529093 or 05603 416575 or email sales@deactivated-guns.co.uk.


Product Code: U5

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