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Royal Small Arms Factory Snider-Enfield Mk III

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Production data from factory records and collector research. Year ranges are approximate for pre-1968 firearms.

Years	Serial Range	Count	Factory	Country	Confidence

Breech-loading conversion of the Pattern 1853 Enfield using Jacob Snider's side-hinged breechblock and the .577 centerfire cartridge.

Type: Rifle

Action: Single-Shot

Caliber: .577 Snider

Capacity: 1

Year introduced: 1866, UK

Weight: 144 oz

Overall length: 54.9"

Status: Discontinued

Military use: Yes

Intended use: Military