Lee Enfield No.5 MK1
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If you want it that much. I'd be pleasantly surprised to find one all correct and in good serviceable condition for under $350, but I wouldn't pay $475. Some might if it's in well above average condition, but it'd be out of my league.
If it's matching (mag, bolt, stock) I don't think $475 is unreasonable.
I look at it like it's a rifle that has history and it's still intact after 65+ years. Plus it's still cheaper than a bare bones new rifle with no character.
Just my 2 bits.
I look at it like it's a rifle that has history and it's still intact after 65+ years. Plus it's still cheaper than a bare bones new rifle with no character.
Just my 2 bits.
$450 - $500 should get you one in excellent or close to it condition. No accessories though.
A No5 bayo in excellent shape and British Made, can cost almost as much as the rifle.
For a VG or better, the average price seems to be around $400.
95% or better are difficult to find and most people won't let them go for under $450.
New in grease rifles will bring as much as $650. A wrapped rifle will go for $1000 or more.
For the type of money you're willing to spend, the rifle should be in the 95% bracket at least with a perfect bore, no cracks or scrapes and maybe the odd storage rack handling ding.
There are a lot of No5 out there. Most have been used and show it. Many were varnished/lacquered for service in tropical areas.
Laidler made a comment that in Malaysia, they removed the metal nose caps on some of the fore stocks and rounded off the wood. The caps collected coastal salt marsh water and rusted badly, ruining the wood underneath.
Know what you're looking for before you buy. Go to the gun shows in your area or post your want on the EE here.
Just understand, everyone here has bought a story at one time or another. I have and likely will again. It's a pitfall of the hobby. None of us are fully immune and at times, it can be embarrassing as well as sad.
All I'm saying, is you're new to No5s. Check out different sites for commercial pricing to see what you're up against.
Don't be impatient. The right rifle, unlike the right girl, will come along.
A No5 bayo in excellent shape and British Made, can cost almost as much as the rifle.
For a VG or better, the average price seems to be around $400.
95% or better are difficult to find and most people won't let them go for under $450.
New in grease rifles will bring as much as $650. A wrapped rifle will go for $1000 or more.
For the type of money you're willing to spend, the rifle should be in the 95% bracket at least with a perfect bore, no cracks or scrapes and maybe the odd storage rack handling ding.
There are a lot of No5 out there. Most have been used and show it. Many were varnished/lacquered for service in tropical areas.
Laidler made a comment that in Malaysia, they removed the metal nose caps on some of the fore stocks and rounded off the wood. The caps collected coastal salt marsh water and rusted badly, ruining the wood underneath.
Know what you're looking for before you buy. Go to the gun shows in your area or post your want on the EE here.
Just understand, everyone here has bought a story at one time or another. I have and likely will again. It's a pitfall of the hobby. None of us are fully immune and at times, it can be embarrassing as well as sad.
All I'm saying, is you're new to No5s. Check out different sites for commercial pricing to see what you're up against.
Don't be impatient. The right rifle, unlike the right girl, will come along.
This is a rather nice No. 5.... and I have no idea what it is worth in Canada.
BSA manufactured -1945 dated.
David
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I'd call that one better than average and would expect it to be priced out of my range. Especially with the bayonet, even if the bayonet is a replica.
