Restoring a SMLE No.1 Mk.3

[Snake Doctor]

I recently bought another smle, and I'm in the process of restoring it. However all of the places that sell the parts I need is always out of stock or doesn't ship outside of the US. Is there a Canadian based company that may have the parts I need or even a individual?

 

[84mmcarl-gustav]

Hi,you have to call them to get your order.

http://www.e-sarcoinc.com/leeenfield.aspx

 

[Snake Doctor]

As for parts that i think I'll need, I have made a list:
Mag cut off, mag cut off screw
??forend collar, forend stud, forend stud spring??
Rear sight protector, rear sight protector screw
Nose cap, nose cap screw front and rear, nose cap nut
Swivels, bands and screws
Butt stock, forestock
Handguard front and rear
?? Handguard cap front , screws??
??handguard clip rear, rivets??

 

[55recce]

Unless it is something rare or unusual then the cost of restoration will likely exceed the value of the rifle

 

[collector67]

I’ve seen a fair number of stock sets on the EE, and the smaller bits can usually be found at gun shows. (I found quite a few odds and ends for my #1 MK3 and #4 MK1 restos at LGS’s).

 

[Moodie]

You may already be aware, or not, but fitting the for-end is required. You can’t simply drop the barrelled action in and be done with it.

 

[Snake Doctor]

The cost isn't a factor, I just want to have it restored.

Unless it is something rare or unusual then the cost of restoration will likely exceed the value of the rifle