Bought on impulse I don't know more than the basics about Enfields. Most important is the bolt it dose not match the S/N on the rest of the rifle. It looks to be in good shape but I'm concerned about head space. There are no numbers on the bolt head to indicate size, the only marking is on the top surface of the head. I can't tell if its an S or a 5. I don't plan on buying more Enfields so I hate to spend money on head space gauges. The other Q. is about the stock finnish and wood. The stock is a dark purple color so dark its almost black. I can't tell what type of wood was used and can barely see the grain. What is the right oil to use? The rifle was produced at Maltby in 1943.
Thanks for your help
Tim
Thanks for your help
Tim