I recently got my first No4 Mk1, a 1943 Maltby.
Here's how it looked after degreasing everything, including the wood:
Here's how it looks now after 3 applications of boiled linseed oil, just about right I think, not too dark, not too shiny:
I was tempted to iron out some of the stock dings but I concluded that they add character and should be preserved.
So here's the question. This rifle has a front sight marked +.075. Do I understand correctly that a .075 was the tallest front sight for the No4s?
I haven't shot it yet but I suspect a previous owner put on the tallest front sight to try to get a 100 yd zero with the 300 yd battle sight.
No4 Mk1 Front Sight Height
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No4 Mk1 Front Sight Height
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Re: No4 Mk1 Front Sight Height
Here a picture of the full set of foresights which might help.
Taken from D.S. Solutions website.
Taken from D.S. Solutions website.
Duncan
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What contemptible scoundrel has stolen the cork to my lunch? -- W.C. Fields
"Many of those who enjoy freedom know little of its price."
You can't fix Stupid, but you can occasionally head it off before it hurts something.
Re: No4 Mk1 Front Sight Height
Thanks, Duncan. Looks like I could go one front sight taller if I need to. That's a great website. I've added it to my favorites list of Enfield resources.
I'm eager to get to the range but winter just seems to be holding on here in Pennsylvania.
I'm eager to get to the range but winter just seems to be holding on here in Pennsylvania.
Tom P.