1joshjosh1, That checkered pattern on the stock is unique to the No1 mkVI trials rifles made in the early 1930's. It was the predecessor to the no.4 rifle and only several hundred exist today. For all the facts check out the book "the Lee Enfield" by Ian Skennerton.
How did they figure all this out? It's very impressive that they did. Was there not a design that doesn't have 20 plus fiddly things that have to be correct? The multipart stock for example? That said I like my #5 carbine even though I know it's not an accurate rifle.
Hi all, im wondering what the littl tool he uses to measure width is called? Its an assortment of strips of metal on a keyring that he pokes in the gaps around the stock in varying widths likw 1/16th of an inch, 1/32nd ect thanks!
Hi Mick, can you elaborate a bit on what you are intending to mean? Not questioning you here but, am very interested in hearing or 'seeing' what you have to say. It almost always takes two or more to get the precise/proper information out. So share with us please, I have a MkIV-2 that I could use all the help I can to get that beauty putting the rounds where I want them to go. Thanks ahead of time.
@@1959jimbob Hi Tom. As suggested in the video I removed contact with the wood on the sides of the receiver, and gave the barrel just under 5lbs of upward pressure, the groups then opened up considerably. I then increased the upward pressure of the barrel to approximately 15 lbs and found the rifle was then shooting flat but from side to side of the point of aim. I cured that by making sure the receiver was making full contact with the stock on either side.. Now I am getting nice tight groups. One more thing ! The length of the spacer sleeve ( little tube ) between the receiver and the trigger guard is critical. If it's too long it will be impossible to tighten the screw enough to properly secure the receiver to the stock.
@@pistooli1 I understood that for the No.4 Enfield the factory build is only 2.5lbs upward pressure with no contact on the top wood or sides at the front of the stock.
Thank you so much for creating this for us. 🏆
11 years ago?!! I just now found this
extremely useful info for enfields and any rifle, thanks very much for putting this up, invaluable
thank you very much for posting this. My no.4 mk2 is my favorite rifle and a solid 2moa shooter. i hope to improve this with your great information.
Thank you so much, awesome video!!!!!
Just got me a n°4 Mk1
Where can we get your book?
1joshjosh1,
That checkered pattern on the stock is unique to the No1 mkVI trials rifles made in the early 1930's. It was the predecessor to the no.4 rifle and only several hundred exist today. For all the facts check out the book "the Lee Enfield" by Ian Skennerton.
Amazing thank you
How did they figure all this out? It's very impressive that they did. Was there not a design that doesn't have 20 plus fiddly things that have to be correct? The multipart stock for example? That said I like my #5 carbine even though I know it's not an accurate rifle.
"Was there not a design that doesn't have 20 plus fiddly things that have to be correct?" The 1903 Springfield comes to mind.
+Al Diehl Yes, I have both and the difference in parts count is significant. Also the MAS 36, which doesn't even have user adjustable sights.
Thanks....... Greatly Appreciated!
G'day mate, in the vid you mentioned you had a book? what book would that be ?
cheers
Hi trying to find your book online. Is there a link I can go to?Also I don’t suppose you live in Brisbane?
thank you for this video! but it sounds like you have a traffic jam in your living room!
I have to ask, what is that pattern on your stock of the No 4?Never seen that before.
Thankyou
AH! he said it and i wasn't listening properly, feeler gague. thanks!
hey you still around how u been
Hi all, im wondering what the littl tool he uses to measure width is called? Its an assortment of strips of metal on a keyring that he pokes in the gaps around the stock in varying widths likw 1/16th of an inch, 1/32nd ect thanks!
Feeler gauges.
Feeler gauges? I 'ardly know 'er!
Well I just threw my Enfield in the trash. It failed every test! Lol
This video is complete BS. I did what he recommends on a No4 and screwed it up, I then did the exact opposite and improved accuracy no end.
Hi Mick, can you elaborate a bit on what you are intending to mean? Not questioning you here but, am very interested in hearing or 'seeing' what you have to say. It almost always takes two or more to get the precise/proper information out. So share with us please, I have a MkIV-2 that I could use all the help I can to get that beauty putting the rounds where I want them to go. Thanks ahead of time.
@@1959jimbob Hi Tom. As suggested in the video I removed contact with the wood on the sides of the receiver, and gave the barrel just under 5lbs of upward pressure, the groups then opened up considerably. I then increased the upward pressure of the barrel to approximately 15 lbs and found the rifle was then shooting flat but from side to side of the point of aim. I cured that by making sure the receiver was making full contact with the stock on either side.. Now I am getting nice tight groups.
One more thing ! The length of the spacer sleeve ( little tube ) between the receiver and the trigger guard is critical. If it's too long it will be impossible to tighten the screw enough to properly secure the receiver to the stock.
@@pistooli1 I understood that for the No.4 Enfield the factory build is only 2.5lbs upward pressure with no contact on the top wood or sides at the front of the stock.
@@martinstrumpfer1620 The barrel needs to be free floating apart from the forend tip, try it for yourself and you will see.