ENFIELD P17

Overview

Lee Enfield P17 bolt action 300 Win Mag in very good condition. Will ship in a soft case. An "Enfield P17 in .300 Win Mag" is not a standard factory rifle-it's almost always a custom conversion built on a military action. Here's a clear breakdown of what that means: Base Rifle: Enfield P17 (M1917)The Enfield P17 (also called the M1917 Enfield) was a World War I-era bolt-action rifle originally chambered in .30-06 Springfield.It was produced by U.S. companies like Remington, Winchester, and Eddystone.Known for:Very strong Mauser-style actionLong receiver and robust boltInternal magazine, cock-on-closing design Because of its strength, gunsmiths often used it as a base for custom hunting rifles. Conversion to .300 Win MagA P17 chambered in .300 Winchester Magnum is a sporterized/custom rifle, not original military issue.Typical modifications:New barrel chambered in .300 Win MagBolt face opened/modified for the magnum case headMagazine and feed rails altered for the larger cartridgeOften:Military stock replaced with a hunting-style stockReceiver drilled/tapped for a scope"Ears" (rear sight protectors) ground offThese conversions were especially common from the 1950s-1990s when surplus rifles were cheap. Cartridge: .300 Winchester MagnumThe .300 Win Mag is a powerful long-range cartridge introduced in 1963.Key traits:High velocity (~2900-3200 fps depending on bullet)Flat trajectory (good for long-range shooting)Effective for:Elk, moose, deer, and large gameAlso used in military sniper rifles for extended range What the Combination MeansPutting it together:Enfield P17 .300 Win Mag =Heavy, durable custom hunting rifleBuilt on a very strong vintage actionCapable of long-range, high-power performancePros:Extremely strong action (handles magnum pressure well)Often very accurate if built properlyAffordable compared to modern rifles