Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this incredible bolt- action rifle today, this is the Royal Ordnance Factory (ROF), Fazakerley No.5 MKI "Jungle Carbine"!
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SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Royal Ordnance Factory (ROF), Fazakerley
Model: No.5 MKI "Jungle Carbine"
Serial: Z2337
Date of Manufacture: 1947 (1/47 date code)
Caliber: .303 British
Finish: Black
Barrel Length: 20 1/2" to the end of the Flash Suppressor
Optics/Sights: Winged protected blade front with Fold adjustable aperture rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth walnut
Action: Bolt-Action
Markings: Standard / Left side of the receiver is marked "No.5 MKI (F) 1/47 Z2337" (The "F" mark represents Royal Ordnance Factory Fazakerley). Band above the trigger guard on the left side is stamped "England". Left side of the chamber is stamped with the "BNP" British proof mark.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Rifle No. 5 Mk I, nicknamed the "Jungle Carbine" for its use in jungle warfare, was a bolt action carbine derivative of the British Lee–Enfield No. 4 Mk I. It was developed per jungle fighting experiences in the Pacific War that led the British to decide "a rifle shorter and lighter" than the regular Lee–Enfield was critical for better mobility. Produced between March 1944 and December 1947, the Jungle Carbine was intended for and used in jungle environments, where it gained its nickname. It notably saw widespread usage on various sides of various postwar colonial conflicts such as the Indonesian National Revolution, Malayan Emergency, and Vietnam War well into the 1960s, with sporadic use reported to have continued in several secessionist wars such as the Bangladesh Liberation War and Bougainville conflict throughout the rest of the 20th century.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Model: No.5 MKI "Jungle Carbine"
Serial: Z2337
Date of Manufacture: 1947 (1/47 date code)
Caliber: .303 British
Finish: Black
Barrel Length: 20 1/2" to the end of the Flash Suppressor
Optics/Sights: Winged protected blade front with Fold adjustable aperture rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth walnut
Action: Bolt-Action
Markings: Standard / Left side of the receiver is marked "No.5 MKI (F) 1/47 Z2337" (The "F" mark represents Royal Ordnance Factory Fazakerley). Band above the trigger guard on the left side is stamped "England". Left side of the chamber is stamped with the "BNP" British proof mark.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Rifle No. 5 Mk I, nicknamed the "Jungle Carbine" for its use in jungle warfare, was a bolt action carbine derivative of the British Lee–Enfield No. 4 Mk I. It was developed per jungle fighting experiences in the Pacific War that led the British to decide "a rifle shorter and lighter" than the regular Lee–Enfield was critical for better mobility. Produced between March 1944 and December 1947, the Jungle Carbine was intended for and used in jungle environments, where it gained its nickname. It notably saw widespread usage on various sides of various postwar colonial conflicts such as the Indonesian National Revolution, Malayan Emergency, and Vietnam War well into the 1960s, with sporadic use reported to have continued in several secessionist wars such as the Bangladesh Liberation War and Bougainville conflict throughout the rest of the 20th century.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
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Return Policy
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