Name: S&T Lee-Enfield SMLE No. 1 Mk III rifle - spring-loaded - real wood
Brand: S&T Armament
SKU: 46436
Price: 468.9 EUR
Availability: InStock

The S&T Lee Enfield SMLE No. 1 Mk III is a carefully crafted spring-loaded airsoft replica that models the iconic British bolt-action rifle that achieved legendary status in military history. This replica is perfect for World War I and II themed games and collectibles.

The Lee Enfield No. 1 Mk III, also known as the SMLE Mk III, was a British bolt-action rifle introduced in 1907. It replaced the earlier Lee-Metford and Lee-Enfield models. Equipped with a compact magazine, the weapon is called the "SMLE" - Short Magazine Lee Enfield.

The stock is made of carefully selected, high-quality natural wood, which emphasizes the authentic look and feel. Other parts, such as the barrel, locking mechanism, chamber, sights, magazine wells, trigger and trigger guard, are made of durable metal alloys.

The S&T Lee Enfield No. 1 Mk III rifle has an initial energy of approximately 1.41 J. The rifle has an adjustable hop-up. The inner barrel length is 570 mm and the diameter is 6.03 mm. The rifle uses a VSR10-style barrel and hop-up rubber. The weapon has a 24x174 mm steel cylinder. The metal trigger mechanism and 90-degree piston increase the reliability of the rifle.

Specifications:

Length: 1130 mm
Weight: 3640g
Material: Wood, Metal
Operating method: Spring-operated
Fire modes: Single fire
Hop-Up: Adjustable
Output power: 1.41 J
Inner barrel length: 570 mm
Inner barrel diameter: 6.03 mm
Magazine capacity: 30 bullets
Magazine model: Low Cap

In the package:

S&T SMLE Mk III rifle
30-round metal magazine

The Lee-Enfield SMLE No. 1 Mk III is a British bolt-action rifle that was introduced in 1907. The SMLE stands for "Short, Magazine, Lee-Enfield", referring to the weapon's short barrel and detachable box magazine. The rifle was the primary infantry weapon of Britain and the Commonwealth during the First World War.

The SMLE No. 1 Mk III was developed to improve upon earlier Lee-Enfield models, particularly in terms of speed of loading and accuracy. The weapon had a detachable 10-round magazine, but was usually loaded with five-round magazines. During World War I, the rifle was known for its rapid rate of fire; trained soldiers could fire up to 15 rounds per minute.

In 1915, due to wartime requirements, a simplified version, the Mk III, was introduced, removing some features such as the magazine release and rangefinder sights to streamline production. The SMLE No. 1 Mk III remained in service during World War II, although it was gradually replaced by the No. 4 Mk I. However, the weapon remained in service with many Commonwealth countries after the war.

Today, the Lee-Enfield SMLE No. 1 Mk III is a prized collector's item, and many shooting enthusiasts appreciate its historical significance and reliability.