^Lot 1552 ISHAPORE NO. 1 MK3* SMLE WITH CUP LAUNCHER.

Cal. 303 Brit. S# 67077J. Bbl. 25 1/2". Standard SMLE sights. All visible matching numbers. Receiver serial has added white highlight paint. Post-war Indian Ishapore MK3 SMLE with cup grenade launcher. Socket has 1948 date with GRI Ishapore marking on right side. Left side of receiver has Springfield Sporters import marking. Suncorite finish. Hardwood stock set with reinforcement bolt & wire wrapping for grenade launching. Bottom mounted sling swivels. MAGS: 1-10 rd. matching numbered to receiver. CONDITION: stock set has a darkened appearance with a few armorer repairs, worn finish, a few gouges, scattered dings & handling marks. Metal shows overall flaking with areas turning gray & some edge wear. Action functions properly when hand cycled. Bore is bright with very good rifling & some light frosting. (25-2966/MJC). CURIO. $500-800.