303 Riflefor which conventional Mauser-style headspacing methods were used. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features Press Copyright Contact us Creators. A gunsmith with a supply of bolt heads should be able to fix the problem in about 5 minutes. The headspace is easily corrected by installing a longer bolt head. It is true that many of the old Lee Enfields were made a little "loose" for battlefield use, but not that loose. Don't shoot it again in its present condition. 303 British headspace gauges measure rim thickness.Ī: The answer to both your questions is, "Yes." Your cases are showing signs of incipient head separation.
Is this a sign of excessive headspace?I've been told that these rifles were purposely made with maximum tolerances for use in muddy and dusty battlefield conditions, Does this situation pose any serious problems? The cases also have a bright ring around the base and a slight bulge at that point. Q: Fired cases are difficult to extract from my Lee-Enfield No.1 Mark III. Different length bolt heads for No 1 rifles (left) and Nos 4&5 rifles(right).
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