So I'm having a bit of an internal conundrum. Since I got into Lee Enfield rifles I've wanted a No. 4 (T). Not necessarily a real one cuz between the cost of the rifle and a real No32 scope it makes it a bit unreasonable for a rifle that's meant to be a shooter and not really a collectible. So a faux-(T) always made the most sense. To that end and after some hiccups I have a barreled receiver and have collected all the necessary parts required for the project short of the pads, scope bracket, and cheek rest, and with the intention of sending it off to Brian Dick to be put together right. But then I start thinking about this... One of the defining characteristics of the (T) is it's No32 scope. Real ones are now running close to $2,000 if you can find one. That kinda puts them out of my budget, and by all accounts the reproductions are trash (disappointing considering my M82 repro on my faux-a4 has been solid). I do have a vintage K3 sitting in the safe I could use and it seems many are quite pleased with that particular setup in absence of a No32, but I go back to the scope being a defining characteristic of the (T). Regardless, I should really get this receiver back in a proper military setup.
So here's my conundrum... Despite not having a No32 scope, do I get a faux-(T) built and use the K3 or do I just get the rifle stocked proper for accuracy and put a Fulton 'no gunsmithing' mount on it and call it a day?