Lithgow SMLE No1 Mk3 1942/43

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TheSovietSamurai
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Lithgow SMLE No1 Mk3 1942/43

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Howdy folks, thought it might be about time I showed off my Lithgow I've had for quite some time now, the rifle is all matching, including the stock. Parts were manufactured in 1942 but the rifle was assembled in 43'. I've put about 50 rounds through here so far, shoots like a charm, unfortunately I didn't get the chance to record the results as it was an ANZAC day competition.

They're not the best, but here are some pics, I have to make do with an el cheapo camera for now :|

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Re: Lithgow SMLE No1 Mk3 1942/43

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Man, that is a beaut! :thumbsup: , I have always liked that "Bullnosed" look of the No1's. I eventually plan to add one to my collection. Now to find one as nice as yours!
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Really nice No1 mate :)


I've got a Longbranch No.4, and a 1916 purpose-built SMLE trainer. Have you got a M1907 bayonet to go with it, Samurai? Looks the goods alright :thumbsup:



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zhuk wrote:Really nice No1 mate :)


I've got a Longbranch No.4, and a 1916 purpose-built SMLE trainer. Have you got a M1907 bayonet to go with it, Samurai? Looks the goods alright :thumbsup:



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Holy smokes, that rifle sure is a beauty :o I've only just started acquiring SMLE's myself (Got another from 1918/1944 and one on the way from 1945), but unfortunately I haven't got a bayonet to go with either of those that I have right now :cry: But I will soon :D
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TheSovietSamurai wrote:
Holy smokes, that rifle sure is a beauty :o I've only just started acquiring SMLE's myself (Got another from 1918/1944 and one on the way from 1945), but unfortunately I haven't got a bayonet to go with either of those that I have right now :cry: But I will soon :D

Yeah have to say it helps that I live within walking distance of Lawrance Ordnance lol


Have 10 so far


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Wow ...And just wow those rifles are very nice. :Drool1: :Drool1: :Drool1: :vcool: :vcool: :vcool: :vcool:
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Nice Lithgow, I am familiar with these rifles, top quality build :) Nice bayonet lineup also.
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Very nice! :vcool:
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zhuk wrote:
TheSovietSamurai wrote:
Holy smokes, that rifle sure is a beauty :o I've only just started acquiring SMLE's myself (Got another from 1918/1944 and one on the way from 1945), but unfortunately I haven't got a bayonet to go with either of those that I have right now :cry: But I will soon :D

Yeah have to say it helps that I live within walking distance of Lawrance Ordnance lol


Have 10 so far


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Darn, you lucky bugger! :D
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Thanks :D


And just as well I don't live in South Australia, right?



Bayonets are 'Prohibited Weapons' down there now, so I believe :roll:
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That sucks, some of them make pretty good utility knifes.
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