.303 Lee-Enfield, Australia 1941

Published on April 13, 2023
Duration: 3:02

This guide details the loading and operation of a 1941 Australian Lithgow S.M.L.E. III* rifle chambered in .303 British. It covers using stripper clips and manually loading the 10-round magazine, adjusting the iron sights, and performing rapid bolt-action cycling during live fire. The demonstration highlights the rifle's mechanical operation and the effectiveness of .303 British ammunition.

Quick Summary

The 1941 Australian Lithgow S.M.L.E. III* rifle in .303 British is loaded using stripper clips or manually into its 10-round magazine. Sights are adjusted via a ladder-style tangent rear sight. The rifle demonstrates rapid bolt cycling and effective target engagement with Winchester Super-Speed ammunition.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Ammunition Unboxing & Rifle Introduction
  2. 00:15Stripper Clip Loading Demonstration
  3. 00:43Rifle Markings & Loading Sequence
  4. 01:00Magazine Operation and Manual Loading
  5. 01:47Sight Adjustment Technique
  6. 02:00Live Fire and Bolt Action Speed
  7. 02:44Slow-Motion Impact and Ejection

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you load a .303 Lee-Enfield rifle using a stripper clip?

To load a .303 Lee-Enfield with a stripper clip, insert five rounds into the clip, then place the clip into the rifle's action and cycle the bolt to chamber the first round and seat the clip.

What is the capacity of the Lithgow S.M.L.E. III* rifle?

The Lithgow S.M.L.E. III* rifle features a 10-round detachable box magazine. It can also be loaded individually or via stripper clips directly into the action.

How do you adjust the sights on a Lee-Enfield rifle?

The Lee-Enfield utilizes a ladder-style tangent rear sight. You adjust it by moving the slider up or down the ramp to set the desired range, often marked on the sight itself.

What ammunition is shown being used with the 1941 Lithgow Lee-Enfield?

The video demonstrates the use of Winchester Super-Speed .303 British 180 grain Power-Point ammunition, showcasing its effectiveness during live fire.

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