I did a lot of imports out of Canadafor a ten year period between 1996-2006 and the majority of the C No.7's I found and imported were parts rifles. Of course; the prices were good and after nit picking them to make sure the barrels were on straight, woodwork properly fitted, headspace good and rear sights assembled correctly, I and the subsequent buyers down here were very happy to have them. Lets face it, they are built from original parts and will perform every bit as good as a factory original. If a good one can be had these days from an honest seller at a reduced price from a factory original, then my opinion is to get one if you can while you can.