The Lee-Enfield Mk I replaced the Lee-Metford with Enfield rifling suited to cordite propellant. It retained the long barrel and cock-on-close bolt of the Lee-Metford and served through the Boer War as Britain's primary service rifle before the SMLE. Type: Rifle Action: Bolt-Action Caliber: .303 British Capacity: 8 Year introduced: 1895, UK Weight: 95 oz Overall length: 49.4" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Military, Collecting