I just recently bought a Lee Enfield No 1 Mk III * (SMLE) at a pawn shop, as a potential shooter. Externally it looks used but not abused. The surprise came when I took it apart. All parts are serial number matching. The date stamps on the barrel and inside of the stock are 1936. It was made in the factory the British set up in Ishapore, India. All the inspection and proof stamps match for the Ishapore factory. The amazing part is that the chamber is pristine and tight. Full length sized brass fits nicely but snug. The bore hasn't got a mark on it-- clean sharp rifling all the way to the muzzle, with no muzzle wear. It slugs at 0.313. I'm still working on first loads-- I only have one mold that might work so I may have to order another. I just hope it shoots as good as it looks.