Guns for Sale - BSA Enfield 1936 SHTLE (SMLE) -- .303 British Bolt Action Rifle, Non Import, C&R OK

Seller's Description:
LSB#: 120309ML34

Make: Enfield

Model: SHTLE
Serial Number: 12100

Year of Manufacture: 1936

Caliber: .303 British

Action Type: Bolt Action, Removable Magazine

Markings: The right side of the stock band is marked with a crown over “GR” / B.S.A. Co. / 1936 / SHTLE / III *”. The left side of the safety lever is marked “III”. There are two proof marks on the left side of the receiver ring and two on the top of the chamber. The back of the bolt handle is marked “ 7/oo”. The front of the bayonet lug / sight guard is marked “L12100”.

Barrel Length: 25 ½”

Sights / Optics: This rifle is mounted with standard military SMLE sights.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are original military wood. There are compression marks, dings, age and discoloration present. This is apparently the original piece of wood that may have been lightly cleaned one, but never refinished. There are no splits or cracks and the wood actually has a nicely aged appearance. The LOP measures approx. 12 ½”. The stocks rate in about Very Good overall condition.

Type of Finish: Military Blue

Finish Originality: Factory Original

Bore Condition: The bore is near bright and the rifling is sharp and deep. There is mild erosion in the grooves, though this is extremely light and the bore looks better than the exterior.

Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 40% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows wear and thinning to the original finish, with mottling, patina and surface rust throughout. The surface rust is heavies ton the nose cap and barrel bands. The frame finish has thinned and mottled and eroded the metal a bit. This rifle has a nice, untouched and honestly aged appearance. The screw heads are mostly in good serviceable condition, with a few showing some disfiguration. The markings are legible. Overall, this rifle rates in about Good condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. The magazine cutoff is present. It is rare to find this feature still intact. .

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None

Our Assessment: Here is an honest looking Enfield SHTLE, manufactured by Birmingham Small Arms Co. It has never been refinished, and looks today like it probably did the day it was retired after WWII. This is a good example of a WWII rifle and is still a shooter with a strong bore. If you are a WWII re-enactor or collector of British Rifles, this is a find.

CA Legal or CA Private Party Transferable: This rifle can be transferred in California and is C&R eligible.

Payment and Shipping Instructions:

Shipping:

UPS Insured shipping will cost $30. To reduce the likelihood of damage during shipping, we may disassemble long guns by removing stocks when it is possible & easy and will not damage the wood or screws. We will also break down takedowns. We have had problems with rough carrier handling breaking the stocks at the wrist, and since we have begun to disassemble, we have not had any breakage. All parts will be individually wrapped. If you would prefer to not have your item disassembled, please let us know as soon as you win the bid. We package all merchandise for shipment on the Monday following the sale.

Your item will be shipped within 1 week of receipt of good funds, usually the next day. You will receive an automatic notification with a tracking number upon shipment, to let you know that we have received funds. If you are in Southern California, you are welcome to pick your item up and complete the transfer at our shop in Simi Valley (M-F, 8-5).

This gun can only be shipped to an FFL or C&R, and it will be shipped from an FFL. It is your responsibility to ensure that the gun is legal to own and receive in your area. Please include a copy of your C&R or your dealer’s license with payment. We will need CFLC numbers for CA FFL’s to ship. We are FFL dealers and comply with all Federal, State and Local laws.

Payment:

Full payment on non-layaway items is required within 14 days. We accept Cashiers Checks, Money Orders, Cash and Personal Checks. No Credit Cards or electronic payments are accepted. To help us properly apply your payment, please indicate what item you have purchased when payment and/or FFL are sent. If you would like to be notified when we receive your payment, please obtain a tracking number from your carrier. We receive about 40 checks a day and do not have the staff required to email everyone when we receive checks.

CA Sales tax applies to CA buyers (7.25%).

Layaways are offered on all items, requiring a 20% non refundable down payment within 7 days of the auction’s close and the balance within 60 days. We do not require prior notice to place an item on the layaway. No returns are accepted on layaway items and the item will be considered abandoned after 60 days.

Successful Bidder Instructions:

You will be invoiced by the morning following the sale. This invoice will include totals for the sale and all instructions.

If you win an item and are not willing or able to complete the sale, you will be liable for 5% of the sale price.

Returns (less shipping) are accepted within 3 days of when the item is delivered with signature confirmation. Returns are very costly for both the buyer and for us, so please ask all of your questions before bidding and please be sure you can legally purchase this item.

Please leave feedback when the gun is happily received, we will leave feedback in return. If you are not satisfied, for any reason, please contact us before leaving negative or neutral feedback. (805) 285-0715

No gun should be fired without being examined by a competent gunsmith.

THIS AUCTION HAS CLOSED.