On some rifles, particularly the SMLE, these unit or rack issue numbers were stamped on the top of the action body as well, e.g. ![]() were not recorded, rather that rack numbers were assigned and stamped on the butt or butt-plate tang. This is a reason that upon unit issue, serial nos. It is interesting that different rifle and carbine Marks recommenced with the no letter and A-Z series with each new model, so it is possible to find carbines/rifles of different Mark designations with the same serial number. These commenced with no letter, then progressed A thru’ Z, often nominated for different contractors, RSAF Enfield, RSAF Sparkbrook, BSA Co., LSA Co., and the peddled scheme during WW1. ![]()
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