1942 Savage Enfield No.4 MK1 .303 Brit WWII Lend-Lease Sniper
STATUS: WITHDRAWN
Price: $2,400
(Or Best Offer)
+ $40 shipping
Listed by: @national-armory · National Armory
Posted: Sep 10, 2026
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Description
MANUFACTURER: SAVAGE ARMS
MODEL: LEE-ENFIELD RIFLE NO. 4 MK I*
YEAR MANUFACTURED: 1942
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: UNITED STATES
SERIAL NUMBER: 16C1816
ISSUED BRANCH: BRITISH ARMY
CONFLICT DEPLOYMENT: WORLD WAR II
ARMORY/INSPECTION MARKS: SAVAGE / NORTH AMERICAN COMPONENT AND INSPECTION MARKINGS, BRITISH-STYLE PROOFS, AND “ENGLAND” EXPORT MARKING VISIBLE
CALIBER: .303 BRITISH
CAPACITY: 10 ROUNDS
BARREL LENGTH: 25.18"
BARREL FEATURES: NO. 4 SOCKET-BAYONET MOUNT
RIFLING: RIFLED; GROOVE COUNT NOT VERIFIED
OVERALL LENGTH: 44.40"
LENGTH OF PULL: 13.00"
OPERATING SYSTEM: PUSH FEED
ACTION: BOLT ACTION
TRIGGER: TWO-STAGE TRIGGER
IRON SIGHTS: PROTECTED FRONT BLADE; FOLDING REAR TANGENT SIGHT
OPTICS: NO. 32-PATTERN TELESCOPIC SIGHT
STOCK/FRAME: FULL-LENGTH MILITARY WOOD STOCK SET WITH TWO-PIECE FORE-END/HANDGUARD SYSTEM, METAL BUTTPLATE, AND SLING HARDWARE
GRIP: INTEGRAL SEMI-PISTOL-GRIP WRIST
FIREARM FINISH: PARKERIZED
CONDITION: GOOD; SERVICE-CONSISTANT WEAR, SHARP RIFLING, BRIGHT BORE
ADDITIONAL FEATURES: SIDE-MOUNTED TELESCOPIC SIGHT ASSEMBLY, VISIBLE WARTIME/EXPORT MARKINGS
WHAT’S INCLUDED: RIFLE, MAGAZINE, NO. 32-PATTERN TELESCOPIC SIGHT, SIDE MOUNTING BRACKET, AND LEATHER LENS COVER
This 1942 Savage-Stevens Lee-Enfield No. 4 Mk I* is a wartime American-built .303 British service rifle from one of the most important Allied small-arms production programs of World War II. Savage manufacture gave Britain and the Commonwealth another industrial pipeline for the rugged No. 4 rifle, and the Mk I* became the signature North American variation with its simplified bolt-head release system. Serial number 16C1816 fits the Savage “C” serial format associated with Chicopee Falls production, giving this rifle exactly the transatlantic wartime character that makes Savage Enfields such a compelling part of WWII collecting.
The Lee-Enfield action is one of the great military bolt-action systems ever fielded. Its rear-locking, cock-on-closing design was built for speed, smooth cycling, and sustained infantry fire, while the 10-round detachable box magazine offered double the onboard capacity of many contemporary service rifles. The approximately 25.18" barrel, full-length military furniture, protected front sight, and substantial No. 4 receiver give the rifle its unmistakable balance of British service-rifle tradition and wartime production efficiency.
The centerpiece of this example is its telescopic sight assembly. Mounted along the left side of the receiver is a No. 32-pattern scope with prominent external adjustment turrets, a heavy mounting bracket, and a leather lens cover that completes the classic British sniper-rifle silhouette. The No. 32 family of telescopes is inseparably linked with the famed No. 4(T) sniper system, where the optic, bracket, receiver pads, and rifle were treated as a carefully fitted precision package. Here, the scope configuration dominates the rifle visually and gives it the unmistakable long-range character collectors associate with wartime scoped Lee-Enfields.
Collector interest also lives in the smaller details. The rifle shows the North American Mk I* receiver configuration, multiple military-style inspection and component marks, an “ENGLAND” export marking, and a separately numbered magazine. The wood carries the scratches, compression marks, finish variation, and handling wear expected from a military rifle that has lived a long life rather than sitting untouched in storage. The scope, bracket, and rifle should be appreciated as the configuration presently assembled, giving this Savage No. 4 Mk I* the unmistakable profile and visual presence of a classic wartime British sniper rifle. The No. 32-pattern optic and substantial side-mount assembly become the centerpiece of the rifle, transforming an already desirable WWII service arm into a striking, precision-oriented collector piece.
As a package, this Savage No. 4 Mk I* has presence. The long walnut furniture, deep military metal finish, 10-round magazine, exposed boltwork, and towering scope assembly create the unmistakable silhouette of a WWII-era precision Lee-Enfield. Savage-built No. 4 rifles already occupy a special place where American manufacturing muscle met British battlefield requirements; add the dramatic No. 32-pattern optic setup and this one becomes the kind of rifle that commands attention from across the room. It has the history, the architecture, and the sniper-rifle attitude that make a military collection feel complete.
***Please see pictures for condition and wear***
SHIPPING INFORMATION:
IF THE ITEM YOU PURCHASE IS C&R ELIGIBLE, WE WILL ACCEPT A C&R LICENSE
WE TRY TO SHIP FIREARMS THE SAME DAY PAYMENT/FFL IS RECEIVED.
WE SHIP TO ALL 50 US STATES
IF YOU WANT INSURANCE FOR THE FINAL BID AMOUNT PLEASE SELECT “OTHER”
PAYMENT OPTIONS:
*MONEY ORDER
*CERTIFIED CHECK
*CASHIER’S CHECK
*CREDIT CARD (3% FEE)
*IF PAYING BY CHECK PLEASE MAKE CHECK OUT TO: NATIONAL ARMORY
Layaway is available on purchases of $749.99 and above, see Additional Terms of Sales for details.
BIDDING PROCEDURES:
IF YOU BID ON A GUN AND DECIDE TO CANCEL YOUR BID WE ARE UNABLE TO DO THAT FOR YOU PER GUN BROKER’S POLICY. IF THE AUCTION ENDS AND NO OTHER BIDS HAVE COME IN ON THAT GUN AND YOU STILL DO NOT WANT IT YOU WILL BE SUBJECT TO A 20% RESTOCKING FEE
SALES TAX:
PURCHASES ARE SUBJECT TO SALES TAX FROM GUNBROKER.COM
STATE & LOCAL LAWS:
CHECK YOUR LOCAL LAWS PRIOR TO BIDDING. IT IS THE BUYER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO KNOW IF HE/SHE CAN LEGALLY OWN A FIREARM BEFORE PLACING A BID.
DISCLAIMER
All pre-owned firearms offered by National Armory are thoroughly inspected by our on-site gunsmith to ensure they are in proper working condition. While test firing may or may not be conducted, all firearms are evaluated for basic function and safety. It is solely the buyer’s responsibility to be familiar with and comply with all federal, state, and local laws regarding firearm ownership and accessory restrictions, including but not limited to magazine capacity and prohibited features. All sales are final.
MODEL: LEE-ENFIELD RIFLE NO. 4 MK I*
YEAR MANUFACTURED: 1942
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: UNITED STATES
SERIAL NUMBER: 16C1816
ISSUED BRANCH: BRITISH ARMY
CONFLICT DEPLOYMENT: WORLD WAR II
ARMORY/INSPECTION MARKS: SAVAGE / NORTH AMERICAN COMPONENT AND INSPECTION MARKINGS, BRITISH-STYLE PROOFS, AND “ENGLAND” EXPORT MARKING VISIBLE
CALIBER: .303 BRITISH
CAPACITY: 10 ROUNDS
BARREL LENGTH: 25.18"
BARREL FEATURES: NO. 4 SOCKET-BAYONET MOUNT
RIFLING: RIFLED; GROOVE COUNT NOT VERIFIED
OVERALL LENGTH: 44.40"
LENGTH OF PULL: 13.00"
OPERATING SYSTEM: PUSH FEED
ACTION: BOLT ACTION
TRIGGER: TWO-STAGE TRIGGER
IRON SIGHTS: PROTECTED FRONT BLADE; FOLDING REAR TANGENT SIGHT
OPTICS: NO. 32-PATTERN TELESCOPIC SIGHT
STOCK/FRAME: FULL-LENGTH MILITARY WOOD STOCK SET WITH TWO-PIECE FORE-END/HANDGUARD SYSTEM, METAL BUTTPLATE, AND SLING HARDWARE
GRIP: INTEGRAL SEMI-PISTOL-GRIP WRIST
FIREARM FINISH: PARKERIZED
CONDITION: GOOD; SERVICE-CONSISTANT WEAR, SHARP RIFLING, BRIGHT BORE
ADDITIONAL FEATURES: SIDE-MOUNTED TELESCOPIC SIGHT ASSEMBLY, VISIBLE WARTIME/EXPORT MARKINGS
WHAT’S INCLUDED: RIFLE, MAGAZINE, NO. 32-PATTERN TELESCOPIC SIGHT, SIDE MOUNTING BRACKET, AND LEATHER LENS COVER
This 1942 Savage-Stevens Lee-Enfield No. 4 Mk I* is a wartime American-built .303 British service rifle from one of the most important Allied small-arms production programs of World War II. Savage manufacture gave Britain and the Commonwealth another industrial pipeline for the rugged No. 4 rifle, and the Mk I* became the signature North American variation with its simplified bolt-head release system. Serial number 16C1816 fits the Savage “C” serial format associated with Chicopee Falls production, giving this rifle exactly the transatlantic wartime character that makes Savage Enfields such a compelling part of WWII collecting.
The Lee-Enfield action is one of the great military bolt-action systems ever fielded. Its rear-locking, cock-on-closing design was built for speed, smooth cycling, and sustained infantry fire, while the 10-round detachable box magazine offered double the onboard capacity of many contemporary service rifles. The approximately 25.18" barrel, full-length military furniture, protected front sight, and substantial No. 4 receiver give the rifle its unmistakable balance of British service-rifle tradition and wartime production efficiency.
The centerpiece of this example is its telescopic sight assembly. Mounted along the left side of the receiver is a No. 32-pattern scope with prominent external adjustment turrets, a heavy mounting bracket, and a leather lens cover that completes the classic British sniper-rifle silhouette. The No. 32 family of telescopes is inseparably linked with the famed No. 4(T) sniper system, where the optic, bracket, receiver pads, and rifle were treated as a carefully fitted precision package. Here, the scope configuration dominates the rifle visually and gives it the unmistakable long-range character collectors associate with wartime scoped Lee-Enfields.
Collector interest also lives in the smaller details. The rifle shows the North American Mk I* receiver configuration, multiple military-style inspection and component marks, an “ENGLAND” export marking, and a separately numbered magazine. The wood carries the scratches, compression marks, finish variation, and handling wear expected from a military rifle that has lived a long life rather than sitting untouched in storage. The scope, bracket, and rifle should be appreciated as the configuration presently assembled, giving this Savage No. 4 Mk I* the unmistakable profile and visual presence of a classic wartime British sniper rifle. The No. 32-pattern optic and substantial side-mount assembly become the centerpiece of the rifle, transforming an already desirable WWII service arm into a striking, precision-oriented collector piece.
As a package, this Savage No. 4 Mk I* has presence. The long walnut furniture, deep military metal finish, 10-round magazine, exposed boltwork, and towering scope assembly create the unmistakable silhouette of a WWII-era precision Lee-Enfield. Savage-built No. 4 rifles already occupy a special place where American manufacturing muscle met British battlefield requirements; add the dramatic No. 32-pattern optic setup and this one becomes the kind of rifle that commands attention from across the room. It has the history, the architecture, and the sniper-rifle attitude that make a military collection feel complete.
***Please see pictures for condition and wear***
SHIPPING INFORMATION:
IF THE ITEM YOU PURCHASE IS C&R ELIGIBLE, WE WILL ACCEPT A C&R LICENSE
WE TRY TO SHIP FIREARMS THE SAME DAY PAYMENT/FFL IS RECEIVED.
WE SHIP TO ALL 50 US STATES
IF YOU WANT INSURANCE FOR THE FINAL BID AMOUNT PLEASE SELECT “OTHER”
PAYMENT OPTIONS:
*MONEY ORDER
*CERTIFIED CHECK
*CASHIER’S CHECK
*CREDIT CARD (3% FEE)
*IF PAYING BY CHECK PLEASE MAKE CHECK OUT TO: NATIONAL ARMORY
Layaway is available on purchases of $749.99 and above, see Additional Terms of Sales for details.
BIDDING PROCEDURES:
IF YOU BID ON A GUN AND DECIDE TO CANCEL YOUR BID WE ARE UNABLE TO DO THAT FOR YOU PER GUN BROKER’S POLICY. IF THE AUCTION ENDS AND NO OTHER BIDS HAVE COME IN ON THAT GUN AND YOU STILL DO NOT WANT IT YOU WILL BE SUBJECT TO A 20% RESTOCKING FEE
SALES TAX:
PURCHASES ARE SUBJECT TO SALES TAX FROM GUNBROKER.COM
STATE & LOCAL LAWS:
CHECK YOUR LOCAL LAWS PRIOR TO BIDDING. IT IS THE BUYER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO KNOW IF HE/SHE CAN LEGALLY OWN A FIREARM BEFORE PLACING A BID.
DISCLAIMER
All pre-owned firearms offered by National Armory are thoroughly inspected by our on-site gunsmith to ensure they are in proper working condition. While test firing may or may not be conducted, all firearms are evaluated for basic function and safety. It is solely the buyer’s responsibility to be familiar with and comply with all federal, state, and local laws regarding firearm ownership and accessory restrictions, including but not limited to magazine capacity and prohibited features. All sales are final.
Details
- Category:
- Rifles
- Make / Manufacturer:
- Savage
- Model:
- Enfield No.4 MK1
- Caliber / Gauge:
- .303 Brit
- Action:
- Bolt action
- Condition:
- Good
- Barrel length:
- 25"
- Capacity:
- 10
- Year of manufacture:
- 1942
- Offers:
- Considered
- Payment Methods:
- Credit Card, Cashier's Check, Certified Check, Personal Check, Money Order
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