Inserting the Magazine
Once you have a magazine loaded with cartridges, you can insert it into the rifle.
To do this, follow these steps:
1. Open the Bolt
By pulling the bolt handle all the way to the rear. This will open the action and eject any spent cartridge case.
2. Insert the magazine
With the bolt open, insert the magazine into the magazine well. The magazine should be inserted all the way to the front of the well until it clicks into place.
3. Close the Bolt
By pushing the bolt handle all the way forward. This will chamber the first cartridge in the magazine.
4. Holding the Rifle
There are several ways to hold the rifle when loading the magazine. One common method is:
| 1. | Grasp the forend of the rifle with your left hand, with your thumb resting on the magazine release. |
| 2. | With your right hand, insert the magazine into the magazine well until it clicks into place. |
| 3. | Push the bolt handle all the way forward with your right hand. |
| 4. | Release the magazine release with your left thumb, allowing the magazine to drop into the palm of your hand. |
| 5. | Repeat steps 1-4 until all of the magazines have been loaded. |
Seating the Magazine
Once the magazine is loaded, it’s time to seat it into the rifle. Start by holding the rifle at a 45-degree angle, with the muzzle pointing down. Insert the front end of the magazine into the magazine well, then gently push the back end until it clicks into place. The rifle should now be ready to fire.
5. Troubleshooting Magazine Loading Issues
| Problem | Solution |
|—|—|
| Magazine won’t fully seat | Ensure the magazine is loaded properly. Check if there is any debris in the magazine well. |
| Magazine seats but cartridges won’t feed | Ensure the cartridges are properly aligned in the magazine. Check if the magazine spring is too weak. |
| Magazine won’t eject | Check if the magazine catch is stuck or damaged. Ensure the magazine well is clean. |
| Cartridges jam on loading | Ensure the cartridges are not damaged. Check if there is any debris in the magazine or the chamber. |
| Cartridge rims overlap | Ensure the cartridges are loaded in the correct orientation. Check if the magazine lips are worn or damaged. |
How To Load Short Magazine Lee Enfield
To load a short magazine Lee Enfield, follow these steps:
- Open the bolt by pulling it back and up.
- Insert a stripper clip into the top of the magazine.
- Push down on the stripper clip to load the rounds into the magazine.
- Remove the stripper clip.
- Close the bolt by pushing it forward and down.
Your Lee Enfield is now loaded and ready to fire.
People Also Ask About How To Load Short Magazine Lee Enfield
How many rounds does a short magazine Lee Enfield hold?
A short magazine Lee Enfield holds 5 rounds.
What is the difference between a short magazine and a long magazine Lee Enfield?
A short magazine Lee Enfield has a magazine that holds 5 rounds, while a long magazine Lee Enfield has a magazine that holds 10 rounds.
How do I load a long magazine Lee Enfield?
To load a long magazine Lee Enfield, follow the steps above, but use a long stripper clip instead of a short stripper clip.
