Rhineland Arms .45 ACP conversion

Attilathecanuk · #1 08-29-2020, 10:55 AM

So I have acquired the conversion kit to change my Lee Enfield #4 mkI to fire .45 ACP But I cannot loosen the existing barrel to switch it out. Does any fine AO member happen to have a barrel vice and maybe 1/2 hr of time to help loosen this guy for me? I know I can go to a ‘smith but I would rather try to save money. I live near Onoway but Edmonton area would be great! I’m excited to try this thing so sooner the better!

Pioneer2 · #2 08-31-2020, 01:26 PM

Without the proper tools Enfield actions are easy to bend. Most machine a bit off the barrel shank to relieve stress.

Grizzly Adams · #3 08-31-2020, 02:18 PM

Asking for a friend,

Where can a guy source this conversion? Relieving the barrel is an accepted way of reducing the tension, takes a lathe, they're known for being exceptionally tight.

Grizz

Attilathecanuk · #4 08-31-2020, 08:04 PM

Wolverine Supplies has them. uses 1911 magazines in an adapted enfield Mag. Didn’t want to ruin the original barrel. Is that the only way to swap it?

Pioneer2 · #5 08-31-2020, 08:42 PM

http://leeenfieldrestorations.com/