Different pose, same rifle as above.

Closeup of the action:

That sure looks like a Springfield action to me. (Notice the cocking knob on the bolt. Also, the bolt handle doesn't have the dog leg shape of the Enfield.) Also, I'm no expert on such things, but that also looks like a Griffin & Howe side mount for the scope. Personally, I still think it's a Springfield action sporter in .30-06 probably made by Griffin & Howe. "Fours Years in Paradise" took place during 1924-1928 (IIRC) so the time period is right for a Griffin & Howe sporter.

As for ammo, I seem to recall (IIRC) reading in their book that they took several cases of ammo with them. So, that would solve the supply problem since the .30-06 probably wasn't very common in East Africa back in those days. However, Kynoch did offer ammo for the .30-06 (at least according to my 1936 Kynoch catalog reprint.)

Well, regardless, I've found this exchange of information and ideas friendly and fun. That's one of the things I like about the nitroexpress forums. Unlike some other boards at times

, we can have a discussion in a gentlemanly manner.

Cheers!!!
-Bob F.