Rare WWII 1944 Lee-Enfield No. 4 Mk I (T) Sniper Rifle Kit – All-Matching BSA Shirley

Up for sale is an exceptional, highly collectible WWII 1944 Lee-Enfield No. 4 Mk I (T) Sniper Rifle in outstanding condition. This complete setup features correct factory markings; matching serial numbers across the build; its original scope/mount; scope case; cheek riser; sling; and lens covers.

Rifle Details:

• Manufacturer: BSA Shirley (stamped M47C)
• Year of Manufacture: 1944
• Serial Number: N30540
• Receiver: Clear 'T' proof stamp on the left side of the receiver.
• Matching Numbers:
  • Receiver wrist: N30540 / 1944
  • Bolt handle: N30540
  • Magazine base: N30540
• Stock: Original hardwood stock with factory cheek riser, proper wrist stamps, and stamped on the upper wrist with scope serial number 28086.
• Condition: Excellent bore, crisp action, with a clean original metal finish and rich wood grain throughout.

Optics & Mount:

• Scope Model: TEL STG No. 32 MK III (OS 2039 A)
• Scope Year / Serial: 1945 / No. 28086 (Matches the number stamped into the rifle’s stock wrist).
• Mount: Cast mount stamped with rifle serial N30540 and cap code 045.
• Optics Condition: Clean lenses with sharp reticle; includes leather lens caps.

Accessories Included:

• No. 8 Mk II Transit/Scope Canister: Painted green with original inner lid instructions (label R 339 A) and paper tag listing matching rifle (N30540) and scope (28086).
• Original WWII-issued Leather Pattern Sling & Leather Lens Covers
• Original WWII No. 15 Transit Chest Included: Includes a genuine British WWII No. 15 Mk 1 wooden transit chest displaying crisp original factory stencilling (CHEST S.A. Nº 15 Mk 1 / TEL SGT Mk 3), original leather carry handles, metal latches, interior felt blocks, and its fully intact lid instruction label (EQUIPMENT, RIFLE, No. 4 (SNIPING)).