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Fine Art Print : Rifle, Bolt Action, Lee Enfield, . 303 In No 5 Mk I
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Rifle, Bolt Action, Lee Enfield, . 303 In No 5 Mk I
Lee Enfield. 303 in No 5 Mk I bolt action rifle, 1944 (c); known as the Jungle Carbine; fitted with flash eliminator, sling swivels and a rubber cushion on the buttplate. Operations in the Far East convinced the British army that a lighter version of the Lee-Enfield rifle would be more suited to jungle warfare. The No 4 Mark 1 rifle was shortened, a flash-hider fitted to the muzzle and to counteract the increased recoil due to the short barrel and light weight, a rubber butt-pad was introduced. First produced in the autumn of 1944, it was widely issued to troops in the Far East, but its still excessive recoil and muzzle-blast made it an unpopular weapon. Date: circa 1944
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1944 Action Autumn Barrel Blast Bolt Butt Carbine Convinced Cushion Enfield Excessive Fitted Flash Increased Introduced Issued Jungle Lighter Mark Muzzle Operations Produced Recoil Rifle Rubber Shortened Sling Suited Unpopular Version Warfare Weapon Weight Widely Made Short
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of military weaponry with our Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic Lee Enfield .303 in No 5 Mk I Rifle. This exquisitely detailed print captures the essence of this iconic bolt-action rifle, used extensively by British and Commonwealth forces during World War II. Known as the 'Jungle Carbine,' this weapon was fitted with essential accessories such as a flash eliminator, sling swivels, and a rubber cushion on the buttplate. Bring a piece of military history into your home or office with this stunning, high-quality print from Mary Evans Prints Online.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 38.8cm (23.4" x 15.3")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph captures a close-up view of a Lee Enfield.303 in No 5 Mk I bolt action rifle, produced in 1944. Known as the "Jungle Carbine," this weapon was a modified version of the standard-issue Lee-Enfield rifle, specifically designed for use in the challenging conditions of jungle warfare in the Far East during World War II. The No 5 Mk I rifle was shortened, and a flash-eliminator was fitted to the muzzle to reduce the visibility of muzzle flash in the dense jungle environment. In addition, sling swivels and a rubber cushion on the buttplate were added for improved comfort and functionality. However, despite these modifications, the No 5 Mk I rifle remained an unpopular weapon among troops due to its excessive recoil and muzzle-blast. Operations in the Far East had convinced the British army that a lighter version of the Lee-Enfield rifle would be more suited to jungle warfare, leading to the development of the No 4 Mark 1 rifle. The No 5 Mk I rifle was first produced in the autumn of 1944 and was widely issued to troops in the Far East. Despite its shortcomings, this weapon played a significant role in the British military's efforts during World War II. The image provides a fascinating glimpse into the design and development of military technology during this period.
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