John, Jeff
Britain's L42A1: King of the Enfield Sniper Rifles
- ISBN 13:
- 9781732639584
- author:
- John, Jeff
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Art in Arms Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 84
- Dimensions:
- 25.4 x 17.8 x 0.6 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, Military History, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The L42A1 King of the Enfield Sniper Rifles is a detailed account of the development and service history of the iconic British sniper rifle. From its origins as a modified No. 4 Mk I (T) .303, to its conversion to 7.62x51mm NATO and its enduring reliability in challenging conditions, this book tells the story of a rifle that played a significant role in the British Army's military operations. The L42A1's story is closely tied to the evolution of target shooting and the Army's switch to self-loading rifles. The book explores the development of the L39A1 target rifle, which led directly to the L42A1, as well as the equipment used by the Royal Marines during the Cold War era. The author also examines the circumstances that led to the L42A1's development, including the need for a reliable sniper rifle in the post-WW II era. With its unique blend of military history and technical detail, this book provides a fascinating insight into the development and service of the L42A1 King of the Enfield Sniper Rifles.
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