1917 LSA Co. British Sht. L.E. .303 – WWI Production – Matching Numbers

Offered here is an original British Short, Magazine Lee-Enfield (Sht. L.E.) rifle manufactured in 1917 by the London Small Arms Company (LSA Co).

Marked with the Crown over “GR” and dated 1917, this rifle represents wartime production during the height of the First World War. Rifles produced during this period were issued to British and Commonwealth forces on the Western Front and throughout the Empire.

Specifications: 

• Model: Sht. L.E. (SMLE)
• Manufacturer: London Small Arms Co. (LSA)
• Date: 1917
• Caliber: .303 British
• Matching serial numbers
• Original military configuration

This rifle retains its proper military profile with charger bridge and correct early 20th century features. The metal surfaces show honest service wear consistent with a rifle of its age, while the stock displays appropriate handling marks from over a century of history.

Matching-number WWI Lee-Enfields are becoming increasingly difficult to locate, particularly examples manufactured by LSA during wartime production.

A strong representative First World War British service rifle suitable for the advanced military collector.

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