I Have This Old Gun: De Lisle Commando Carbine

Published on January 28, 2026
Duration: 5:16

The De Lisle Commando Carbine, a rare WWII suppressed rifle, was developed for the British SOE. It features a Lee-Enfield action chambered in .45 ACP, utilizing a ported Thompson submachine gun barrel within an integral Duralumin suppressor. This expert review highlights its design for silent sentry elimination and its historical service.

Quick Summary

The De Lisle Commando Carbine is a rare WWII suppressed rifle based on the Lee-Enfield action, chambered in .45 ACP. Developed for the British SOE, it features a unique integral suppressor using a ported Thompson submachine gun barrel and 13 baffles for silent operation.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the De Lisle Commando Carbine
  2. 00:31Design and Caliber Choice (.45 ACP)
  3. 01:03Clandestine Operations and SOE Role
  4. 01:42Manufacturing and Internal Mechanics
  5. 03:01Suppressor Construction and Baffles
  6. 03:59Service History and Modern Rarity

Frequently Asked Questions

What made the De Lisle Commando Carbine unique for its time?

The De Lisle Commando Carbine was unique for its integrally suppressed design, chambered in .45 ACP, and built on a Lee-Enfield action. It was specifically developed for the British Special Operations Executive (SOE) for silent operations.

What caliber does the De Lisle Commando Carbine fire, and why?

The De Lisle Commando Carbine fires .45 ACP. While 9mm prototypes existed, .45 ACP was chosen for its effectiveness and subsonic potential in an integrally suppressed bolt-action platform, ideal for quiet elimination of sentries.

How was the De Lisle Commando Carbine constructed?

It utilized a modified Lee-Enfield No. 1 Mk III* action and a ported Thompson submachine gun barrel housed within a large Duralumin tube containing 13 baffles, creating an integral suppressor.

What was the intended purpose of the De Lisle Commando Carbine?

The De Lisle was designed for clandestine operations by the British Special Operations Executive (SOE). Its primary purpose was to silently eliminate sentries or guard dogs, facilitating stealthy infiltration during wartime missions.

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