SKU: F168
A rare opportunity to own a genuine early Lee-Enfield No.4(T) Sniper Rifle, serial number AD0255, dating to 1943. This rifle represents an early sniper conversion, carried out prior to Holland & Holland standardisation, and is likely an Enfield factory conversion. It has been professionally inspected and authenticated by renowned gunsmith Richard Stork of Devizes, who confirmed it as a legitimate and original early No.4T.
This rifle retains the faint TR markings on the butt socket (now overstamped but still visible), and features a 1950s replacement barrel—well-matched in wear and patina to the rest of the rifle—likely fitted during its post-war service. The barrel gauges at an impressive 0.30325 with strong rifling and no pitting, making it well-suited to both collecting and shooting.
It has matching serial numbers on the receiver, bolt, and magazine, and is fitted with a period-correct No.32 Mk1 scope, recently serviced and overhauled by Peter Laidler. The telescope bracket is a UK-made reproduction, believed to be by Roger Payne, known for high-quality reproductions true to original specifications.
A seldom-seen example of an early 4T sniper rifle with verified provenance and excellent shooting potential.
Key Features:
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Serial Number: AD0255
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Date: 1943
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Rifle Type: Lee-Enfield No.4(T) Sniper Rifle
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Conversion: Early Enfield-converted, pre-Holland & Holland
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Markings: TR overstamped but visible on butt socket
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Barrel: 1950s replacement, gauges at 0.30325, bright with strong rifling
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Matching Numbers: Receiver, bolt, magazine
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Scope: Period-correct No.32 Mk1, serviced by Peter Laidler
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Bracket: UK-made reproduction, likely Roger Payne
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Condition: Excellent overall with consistent patina
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Provenance: Inspected and confirmed by Richard Stork
Shipping: RFD to RFD available – £35
Collection: From Gosport, Hampshire
An exceptional, early 4(T) sniper rifle—ideal for both collectors of British military history and discerning shooters.
