The No 1, Mk III* Short, Magazine, Lee Enfield (SMLE): Introduction

[@naadhiraramlan8191]

My father is making a replica Lee Enfield SMLE MkIII* out of wood. It's not real, It doesn't have metal, just wood *ONLY.* Thank you for giving us a better look into the design of the rifle! - A Commonwealth Malay person

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Nice!

[@Candrsenal]

I take one day off and you sneak this out?!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

You have nothing to fear!....... I see it like this...... Here I am,.... the wee kid playing on the warm, sandy beach with my little video.... The sun is glowing majestically, low in the sky,........ the gentle breeze in the palm fronds....... everything is just great and things seem to be just rolling along...... but lo!...... little do I know that behind me, out to sea, quietly rumbling and, at first, hardly visible as a thin strip on the horizon,...... is what will soon be the deafening, towering, titanic, awe-inspiring, juggernaught of a tsunami that is the mighty C&Rsenal.... hundreds of feet high, about to crash down with their own irreproachable and unmatchable video,... on me and my little sandcastle, and wash it all away.............. OK, maybe a bit overdramatized....... but you get the point... :-)

[@Candrsenal]

I just liked it...

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Oh thank God..... :-)

[@lazaglider]

C&Rsenal You two, get a room. And then spend time discussing a full on colab at some point.

[@klevee6076]

C&Rsenal ha. Funny.

[@RyanRyzzo]

Always brings a SMLE to my face. Fantastic video!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

He who puns.....

[@chidlechopes]

RyanRyzzo has

[@joeyphaahla]

@@wernervoss6357 shut up

[@capandball]

Quality stuff! Cool!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thanks Balazs!

[@dennispinon115]

can't believe I saw both of you in this commentary both of make great content keep up the good work

[@javiermoreno3573]

capandball I

[@literallydarheel3234]

It's like all of you fellows know eachother

[@Crash-To-Desktop]

20:45 Soon as he says reliable and serviceable, he gets the bolt caught up on something. Excellent! :D

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

It happens...

[@leavemealoneyoutube1707]

You, C&Rsenal and the team of The Great War are the greatest things ever to happen on KZbin. Thank you. You guys are living my dream.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Very kind words. Thank you.

[@fatefulcoma]

Proud to be British. this is the Best battle rifle we have ever had in service. it is sad that there is not many comprehensive videos about the SMLE so I am looking forward to seeing what the future holds

[@Procket12]

Fatefulcoma Go check out C&Rsenals feature length episode on this bad boy.

[@fatefulcoma]

Paul already syncing it up so i can its 1hr 40 mins then there is a new episode here on the smle lol

[@Procket12]

I was talking about that one but yeah there's also the feature length one on the Long Lees as well.

[@martinrobillard1]

yeap my inbreed friend , the only thing who is worth talking about coming of this country

[@nathansmith4460]

martin robillard Britain is a country?

[@davestein4162]

I’m very grateful for this video. A WW2 101st Airborne DDAY veteran became a close family friend later in his life. He was wounded on DDay and evacuated but prior to leaving Normandy picked up an SMLE from a deceased British soldier. He brought it home to the US and it was given to me prior to his passing. Your video has given me the information to identify it as a MkIIII*. Manufactured in 1916 makes it possible this magnificent rifle was used in two world wars. I am incredibly humbled to hold, let alone own this weapon. Thank you

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

You are most welcome! Much more SMLE content here on the Channel if you are interested.

[@davestein4162]

@@britishmuzzleloadersYes sir, I subscribed! Many thanks!

[@rmesser]

Superb presentation on this iconic rifle of the Great War. Timing is perfect during the 100th celebration to educate those who have no knowledge of Tommy's best friend in the trenches. Incredibly well done content in this video. I'm on the hunt for a MkIII for myself now! Thank you for this labor of love.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thanks Randall. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@SurplusArchives]

Love gaining knowledge from the master himself. Enfields are examples of pure beauty. Thank you for all the videos good sir! Can't wait for more to come.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

There is more coming... It might be in a while though... :-)

[@karlaiken6152]

Brilliant stuff. What a lovely piece on the history and development of these classic British rifles. Thank you for sharing this. Well done.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thanks Karl!

[@Saracenkiller]

People like you are precious. The world doesn't know it, but it needs real histories of the men and the gear that made this post 1945 world possible. Keep it up!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Very kind of you to say so... Glad you enjoyed it!

[@davidseale716]

My favourite rifle and as normal a fantastic and informative video.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Cheers!

[@stevenwinnen9104]

I love my SMLE. A toss up between it and my M-1 Garand. But the Lee proved to be the actual workhorse of Military Rifles with modest changes throughout it's history. Also thanks for showing how to fire the SMLE Rapid fire. A technique I forgot about and which I used at a NRA timed Shoot event to qualify for my M-1.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@mithrawnudo2152]

I recently received a SMLE Mk. III* as a gift, and I'm loving learning about the history of the rifle. Great video, and I can't wait to see more of your channel.

[@AbbasAli-gs2fm]

Lucky you!

[@yossilazerson]

thank you! your channel is a breath of fresh air! deep in knowledge and excellent in presentation.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@Badwolf75]

The quality of the videos on your channel just keep getting better and better. Please keep up the good work.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thanks! Glad you approve.

[@RastaRocket99]

It's good to finally find a youtuber that knows how to properly cock a SMLE, people often complain about how slow they are as a bolt action but you can see their speed when someone that knows what they're doing handles it

[@Gungeek]

who are these people lol?

[@joshuapaisie8183]

sir, just wanted to say Thank you your vids have helped me thru my 2nd deployment to Afghanistan my year in Korea and my 2nd divorce you go out of your way to insure that your historically accurate and you truly enjoy what you do thanks again

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

That is perhaps the most gratifying compliment anyone has paid the Channel... Thank you for your service, Joshua.

[@cptnemo20kl]

The Lee-Enfield No. 1 Mk. III and the No. 4 Mk I are truly two of my favorite rifles. Their history, their design and engineering, and their quintessential British-ness are unparalleled. I have frequently searched for suitable documentaries about the Lee-Enfields but was often found wanting, as they were usually part of a larger showcase of British firearms, WWI/WWII firearms, or small footnotes in the grander scheme of the wars in which they served so gallantly. I have watched most - if not all - of your videos and several of them repeatedly. I especially enjoy the ones where you run field drills, as it is far more fitting to see these storied weapons among the uniform, kit, and pace of their original intent. To see that you are presenting the Lee-Enfield No. 1 Mk. III means that it will truly have its wonderful historical firearm legend presented in the best manner possible. Your videos may finally convince me to locate a good one for purchase! Great videos. Wonderful content. Cheers.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you very much for your kind words. I do my best... :-)

[@muddyboots1881]

Rockin' that outfit dude! Nicely in-character - was transported to the plains of Natal early 1900's for a minute there... Zulu's massing on the horizon, Boers sniping from the hilltops, African sun beating down... Lock and load, and remember to strip the clip - not round by round... Thumbs up for me...

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thanks! If it's Zulus and Boers that sparked an interest, there are plenty more clips with the weapons used against those worthy foes on the Channel!... :-)

[@JenniferinIllinois]

Came over fron C&Rsenal and this is the first video I've watched. Very informative. -Jen

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thanks, Jen!

[@Rumpole1000]

I really REALLY appreciate the effort you put into these videos. The period costume, the firing drills, even the Lord Kitchener mustache. Very professional and informative. The best part is that I've learnt more from this vid than I did in months of talking to staff members at various gunshops.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you for your kind words! Glad it was of help to you.

[@hoplophobia7014]

I have been going through your older videos, for the third time, and I love them, thank you

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Most kind!

[@cattledog901]

That slo mo charge and drone shots at the end were straight up epic dude. This channel just keeps getting better!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Glad you enjoyed that bit. Just learning to work with the drone.

[@cdavidlake2]

Wonderful video, wonderful channel. I feel under the spell of the .303 British and Lee-Enfield as a child. It was one of the first rifles I ever actually owned, and even at a young age I could tell there was something magical about them. As an adult, those feelings have only matured and deepened. You certainly do justice to this fine weapon. Thank you.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you very much!

[@jaredkennedy2555]

just had to beat c&rsenal to the punch. haha.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Not at all.... When Othias put up the Long Lee clip, I was actually thinking that he beat me....!... :-)... when it rains it pours, eh? Awash in Enfield minutia.

[@jaredkennedy2555]

well I guess we are just in a golden era of British military arms then. I do love the channel as well.

[@tommygun6028]

Excellent episode

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you!

[@ldwithrow08]

Of all the shoulder fired small arms used on D-day, the Enfields suffered the least sand fouling. Possibly the most dependable military rifle ever built.

[@Tyler-xr5po]

What about the rim lock and feeding problems? They are known for being unreliable.

[@paddy2019]

@@Tyler-xr5po A certain Brit in Switzerland would beg to differ kzbin.info/www/bejne/g4C8hZelhtB5qK8

[@tsmgguy]

During WWI, there was enormous US popular interest in the standard American infantry rifle of the day, the Springfield M1903, as well as its enemy and allied counterparts. It was often said that while the Germans had the best hunting rifle and the Americans had the best target rifle, the British had the best battle rifle.

[@geoff1311]

Best gun channel on youtube!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Oh, come on now.... I appreciate the sentiment, but there are lots of great channels... :-)

[@geoff1311]

I feel like yours is the only channel that goes in depth on how these firearms were used within their time period and really demonstrates that to the viewer. I guess it is hard to put into words, but to me what makes your videos so interesting is that the firearm in each video isn't just an object, it was a product of a period of time that was used by the soldiers of its time. The period dress and gear, the exercises, the reenactments, etc all give a very vivid background to how these firearms saw action in their day which is something I have yet to see any other other channel on YT. Keep up the great work!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

That is a great compliment. I am humbled... Thank you.

[@DougieMClark]

The internet goes years without much by the way of decent Lee Metford / Lee Enfield content then both you and C&R come along within days of each other. Whoopee!!! Thanks for your excellent efforts (on both programmes.)

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thanks. It's been fun the last week. I take it that you were not impressed with the Lee-Metford content here on the Channel?.. :-)

[@DougieMClark]

Watched the Lee Metford content and "liked" same. Have also graduated to watching (and liking) the Martini Henry episodes. I am presently working my way through the rest of the channel content. As a general rule I do not watch re-enactment content, however in this case I am delighted to break with this norm. I note in particular that you wear the kilt in the correct manner. Are you of Scottish descent? Also, the scenery could easily be in the Scottish Highland, however you most certainly cannot shoot outside designated ranges or very large private estates in the UK. This is due to the oppressive laws effectively making ownership of any worthwhile firearms impossible in the UK.

[@Mrmz44]

Beautiful moustache

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Awww....

[@AndrewLindamood]

I have a Lee-Enfield .303 1918 SMLE MkIII. Your video has provided me a lot of information that I never knew before and had no knowledge of prior to obtaining this rifle. Thank you !👍

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Glad to hear! There is a whole series on this and later versions of the rifle on the Channel if you are interested.

[@BrokenArrow951]

Hoping to see something about the mad minute in the next one :)

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Don't get me started..... It's going to be an opus too.

[@foowashere]

Oh, did you make it? IIRC you did 29 in your last one.

[@brendonthomas2555]

Quality content! Enjoying your appropriate style of delivering military content and appropriate costuming

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you!

[@xreaper_9029]

keep up the vids, love the stache !

[@Las-Vegas-Muskets]

Again, another superb video that brought back memories of when I used to collect Lee-Enfields. Still have my No2 Mk4 Lithgow in .22.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

A bit cheaper on the ammo with that one, eh?.. :-)

[@Las-Vegas-Muskets]

Yes, especially when a brick of .22s went from $20 to $70. Disgusting.

[@randcoudray138]

I have a no. 1 Mark III made at the Lithgow armoury marked 1942.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Nice!

[@alanbrooke144]

Mate, stumbled across your channel today. Its easily far and away the best weapons channel out there - well done!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you Alan.. Glad you have found it to your liking!

[@Sentenza1138]

Top quality I love it!!!! P.S: will you make videos about the Adams or Webley revolvers?

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

I would like to but don't own any...

[@brucebergstresser3973]

Excellent presentation. You demonstrate an inborn pride in your topic. Jolly good show.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you Bruce.

[@blueband8114]

Bl**dy Brilliant wish i could give more than 1 thumbs up. Was that a bit of drone footage whilst you ran at the end? Hurrah and Hazzah..

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Glad you enjoyed it. Yes, a bit of drone footage.... just learning.... Hey,.... what's wrong with your other thumb?.... hahahaha.....

[@blueband8114]

britishmuzzleloaders thought i had! damn senior moment, my thumb has now done its duty.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

And we laughed......

[@shoesoul4016]

Wonderful video as always. Your channel is truly one of a kind.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you very much!

[@deepsouthredneck1]

Trying to beat C&Rsenal to SMLE now are we :)

[@lazaglider]

dreyrugr He didn't try. He succeeded :)

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Now, now,.... not at all.... It is by complete coincidence.... as much as it may not look that way.... I've been plugging away at this one for a couple of months... :-)

[@lazaglider]

britishmuzzleloaders I don't think anyone is seriously suggesting it Rob, it's all just good fun.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Oh, I agree!... :-).... It has made me laugh though.. "Hey look, my favourite Channel is doing the same rifle as I am!..."

[@TheLoxxxton]

came to your channel via forgotten weapons and I'm sure I'm going to enjoy watching your whole back catalogue of stuff!!! love this stuff

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you very much!.. Hope there is something that appeals to you here.

[@docholliday1993]

He sounds like the Comic Book Guy from the Simpsons.

[@bigglesflysagain1749]

A fine presentation ! I could even "smell" the oil.....TYVM !!!!!!!!! By the time I joined the Army in OZ, such a weapon had been replaced by the FN. However, as a lad , our school cadets used the 303....and later in life I owned a sporterized version and later still (recently) I used one on a nearby range, along with a M1......sore shoulder at the end of THAT shoot !!...

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Cheers! Thanks very much!

[@Jarod-vg9wq]

Sir your video historical accuracy and attention to detail never disappoint.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Many thanks. Kind of you to say so.

[@jasonb1776]

Brilliant video Rob, Lots of research and beautifully but together. The camera angles were superb. Clearly a rifle you have a great affection for...and it shows!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thanks! It was my first full bore rifle, way back when...

[@medic9544]

I have it on good authority (from Keith Payne, Victoria Cross recipient and Vietnam veteran) Australians actually used the No1 mk3* in the very early stages of Vietnam. Not by combat teams but by the early trading and mentoring teams

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

The first 30 men of the "Australian Army Training Team Vietnam" deployed in 1962. It would be nice for a bit of context. Rifles sent as support for local militia?.... Sniping perhaps?

[@kevinpaulson2659]

Outstanding video. I really liked the quick firing with your middle finger on the trigger. Thank you for such high quality productions. Love your channel!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

It's not in any manual but "commonly accepted"..... Thanks!

[@paladin56]

Another fascinating and informative film. Good production values as well. Very nice drone shot towards the end.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thanks Tim. Glad you found it to your liking.

[@rman126]

quality work! I love all my enfields but my 1917 no1mk3* is my favourite

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thanks! There was a reason it was my first full bore rifle...

[@rman126]

britishmuzzleloaders funny it has taken you this long to get to the enfield then ... are you planning to video with a Ross?

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

I don't have one... On the look out always though.

[@Joselbasurto]

Very informative indeed. I'm a proud owner of a SMLE rifle and this video helped me understand the origins of this very historic rifle. Thanks!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

You are most welcome!

[@skepticalbadger]

13:50; 'it retains its charger bridge'? I am lacking sleep, but why wouldn't it? Great work in any case.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

It was a new Mark.... I was explaining it's characteristics and parts, some of which changed and some of which didn't. Cheers.

[@skepticalbadger]

britishmuzzleloaders Oh I see, sorry.

[@KMac329]

Very well made, well documented, very informative video series. It increases my admiration for this lineage of Enfield rifles.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Glad you are enjoying things! Cheers!

[@brucebartup6161]

Very neat. Love the entry of 'Atholl Highlanders' at the right moment on the soundtrack. Superb video.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@grumpybastard5744]

Thanks, a wonderful video. My Grandfather carried one in WWI, Dad mostly carried a Bren. I have a re-barreled 1918 Lithgow in the gunsafe. I don't think it has had a round down it yet--something you have inspired me to change. I agree with you that C&Rsenel have done an excellent presentation on the history. Keep up the good work.

[@stuartclark4699]

Great video on a great rifle. Your uniform and regalia adds a feeling of historic authenticity, and respect for the men who lived and died holding the SMLE. Interesting quick firing technique, Sir, with thumb and forefinger on the bolt, leaving the middle finger on the trigger!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Not official by any means, but a commonly accepted "cheat"..

[@eariamjh71]

Forgotten Weapons brought me here. How did I not know about this channel? Great stuff!!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thanks for stopping by. Hope you decide to stay for a while!

[@mrleechapman7615]

Iam really impressed with your Victorian style mustache, great videos

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you. Or in this case, my Edwardian mustache.

[@TwentythreePER]

I was hoping you'd do a series on the SMLE, even though I already appreciate the rifles you've already covered and the fact that your focus is more on Victorian age equipment. I look forward to what you come out with next because you cover many aspects of these historical arms that other channels don't cover, such as the specific drills used and equipment worn. I like the drone footage toward the end too. Bravo and well done, sir. By the way, the cartridges you reload are extremely interesting and well made. I would like to try something similar albeit with a different caliber.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thanks! if you are interested, there is a 303 reloading video in the "Ammunition" playlist.

[@wbradburn8871]

Per usual, an excellent highly informative presentation. Thanks. Had always thought that SMLE stood for Short Model Lee Enfield.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Glad you learned something! "Model" is more of an American term than a British/ Commonwealth one... "Pattern", "Type" or "Mark" is more common.

[@Robmartin26]

Simply outstanding work, thank you for what must have been an incredible amount of work in putting this video together.Exceedingly well done Sir!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you very much!

[@Blair635]

My friend, outstanding again. I did my first full bore shooting as a cadet in 1983 with a .303 Lee Enfield no 4 in the Scotland

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you! It certainly was the first experience for a lot of people.. and a better one, you couldn't ask for, if you ask me... :-)

[@Blair635]

you certainly learned all the principles of marksmanship, sight picture, and the importance of shooting position and dealing with recoil as a 13 year old cadet. Moved on to use the L1A1 SLR, then the arse dropped out of it all and we got landed with the abomination that is the SA80, where did it all go wrong, should have kept the .303 and the bren gun, looks like we're heading that way. Afghanistan again, Persia again, and again, at least the rifle would have been on familiar ground lol. Take care ma man, mark yer targets when they come..

[@savannafc]

Great video, really enjoyed the re-enactment footage, thanks from Canada.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@fatmonk1]

Amazing Video always makes my day when I see you post

[@mattrich7998]

What a great video! One of the pics that you used of the SMLE mk1 off the efd rifles website was the actual rifle i purchased! amazing! love your channel mate

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

You are one lucky owner. That rifle looked amazing!

[@T8Hants]

Another excellent video Rob, a nice touch having the tongue of the 08 belt out for active service and not tucked under for parade. I hope you will also look at the almost unloved orphan the P14, as well as the No 4 in due season. You keep making 'em and we'll keep watching.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you! I will. The P08 is just a crap set from India.... the fittings are rubbish but it holds 15 rounds a pouch and "generally" fits the bill for 1914. Thankfully, I'm into historical shooting and as long as it gets the point across and gives the experience of using the real thing, I'm happy. I don't have a P14, and to be honest, I am not a "collector" as such, so I am not on the look-out for one, sorry... now, if one were to fall into my lap? Sure thing, 100%... My No 4 left me a nasty note the other day, lamenting all the attention his mother is getting though...

[@T8Hants]

I have always liked the No 4 and the sights suit my elderly eyes better than Mum. I do have a No 4 in .22" that was built from bits found during the Enfield factory close down raises the odd eyebrow when I take it to our 25yard indoor range

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

There was a reason that they went to those sights!... :-) Personally, I tend to go for older women.. as you may have noticed... haha..

[@ernestbuller5419]

Really enjoyed this video , well done... the SMLE in the hands of an expert..terrific

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you. Glad you enjoyed it. Cheers.

[@CaptainBogroll]

Blimey the quality just keeps going up and up! Lovely work Rob

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Cheers.... I'm a slow learner but I will eventually get there... :-)

[@mrbikehunter]

The work and research that goes into one of your videos must be immense . I think the gun trolls are just waiting for one little mistake to pounce but as yet from what I've seen you deny them any of the ammunition. Especially enjoyed this one I now have quit a few SMLEs and counting. (bloody addictive)

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thanks for the kind words.

[@ConfederceyCSA]

An excellent history on the Lee Enfield No.1 MkIII.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thanks!

[@Thebonesoftrees]

great shooting footage, fantastic again,

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Cheers!

[@lptomtom]

Damn, that drone shot at the end... Production quality's getting better and better, great job!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you... it's a bit of a learning curve, especially when you're by yourself.... :-)

[@motor19425]

Thank you for all the hard work you do good sir. As a fellow Canuck I'm always interested in what tools our predecessors used to do the empire's work. Thanks for everything you do good sir.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

You are quite welcome!

[@andygardner9219]

Best vid yet! I love the Lee Enfield. Great work!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Cheers!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you. For me, the conversation is just as important as the video.

[@DaveC66]

Love the vid. Proud piece of British history is this rifle. Also loved you're "mad minute" shooting. New subscriber here

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you kindly. Hope there is something that appeals here on the Channel!

[@mikegerow5490]

Thanks for a very nice video. I own a Lithgow Mk III SMLE (mfg 1916) and am amazed at its accuracy. After years of shooting surplus military ammo (which is now fairly hard to come by), I finally bit the bullet (atrocious pun) and started buying various factory loads in order to build up my "seed corn" for reloading. I am currently reloading 150 grain Spitzers on top of 37 grains of IMR3031, which gives good performance. When reloading .303 British, it's important to resize the neck only, as resizing the full case will stress the base of the case and greatly reduce the number of times it can be reloaded. Looking forward to more videos from britishmuzzleloaders. Cheers from San Diego, Calif.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

HI Mike. Thanks for the comment! I haven't used 3031 as of yet, but others... Have you seen the 303 reloading clip here on the channel?

[@mikegerow5490]

Howdy BML, thanks for the reply. I have seen one .303 reloading vid using the Lee hand set, but perhaps that's not the one you're referring to? The guy using the Lee set said to avoid full-case resizing which causes casing fatigue and reduces case life. I have an RTBS single-stage press that I use for other calibers but am doing my .303 Brit using the Lee set which I purchased as a result of that video. In the field, I have noticed that the non-full-case sizing makes the rounds a teensy tight to chamber, but not excessively so. 2 Questions: there is a small round brass plate on the right side of the butt stock. Not sure what that's for, and what the purpose of the small round metal loop on the underside just in front of the magazine. Thanks again for your quality video. Cheers!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

I was referring to the one on this channel... if you are interested, it's in the Ammo Playlist.

[@mikegerow9396]

Excellent video! Thanks for the suggestion to watch and understand more of your process. I am not at the expertise level of casting my own bullets but was very interested to see how it's done! You have a mouth-watering collection of weapons it would seem. Glad I "discovered" your channel. Wishing you all the best. Cheers.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thanks Mike!

[@bundook303]

A comprehensive video. Thank you; and congratulations Rob, you do excellent work. Keep 'em coming Sah!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Will do. Thanks!

[@dunxy]

Great video, blown away! So much history condensed into one video!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Cheers!

[@Robert.72]

Just awesome, and so informative. Always top quality.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank You!

[@Peter_Box]

Thank you for the great videos. I've been finding that your and the other historical weapons channels to be very high quality and enjoyable to watch.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Glad you find things here to your liking. Cheers.

[@JohnyG29]

Brilliant video. Liked the drone camera work at the end!

[@Dutchie1973]

What an excellent video. Thank you taking the time and research to assemble all this knowledge into a place available to all of us. Love the Lee Enfield rifle.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thanks. Glad you found it interesting.

[@vincetytler6175]

Fantastic video Rob, and the drone shot very nice! I am looking forward to seeing where this leads

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thanks V!... There is another in the works....

[@karsonbranham3900]

Excellent video! I have a no 1 mkIII*that has been rebarreled by Gibbs and rebranded by Navy Arms as a”Frontier” rifle chambered in 45/70 government. It packs a wallop!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

I'll say!

[@sniperpatch]

outstanding video excellent information thank you

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Cheers!

[@MrRedbeard762]

Excellent post as always, thank you.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thanks!

[@spartan1701]

Well worth the wait. Keep up the fantastic work!

[@Robert.72]

Great doco! Wonderful.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Cheers!

[@liamclarke1196]

Another brilliant video loved the bayonet charge bit

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Hahaha... Cheers.

[@barrytaylor6565]

Thank You !! only person on youtube that loads clips correctly !! 2 up 3 down !!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

It's amazing that it is so counter intuitive, but it works..

[@barrytaylor6565]

yeah , and yet lots of people on here don't do it, I was always told to do it that way, and thanks for all your informative videos , Good Work !!!!

[@soapyork9356]

Great video, thank you for being the only channel like this on youtube! Keep it up!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thanks very much! Keep on, keeping on...

[@LUCA302]

Beautiful documentary! Very interesting! Thanks

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks.

[@rubusroo68]

what a fantastic presentation. As you were.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thank you!

[@biggles1483]

Cracking stuff! Some lovely drone shots at the end!

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Thanks very much! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@jingq2]

Fantastic video, I’ve been eye ballin a enfield Ishapore 2a1 in 7.62 nato the SMLE Rifle has a great history 👍

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

That'll be fun!

[@LesGitesTrepart]

Excellent and very informative video. I am lucky to own a 22lr, 410 and .303 all Mk3*. A piece of history to respect.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

Excellent!