Rifle ser. #s on British No.4 Mk I(T) scope mounts?

[Minnesota Joe]

When discussing the No.4 Mk I(T), Skennerton states that "[t]he rifle serial numbers should not appear on the telescope or mounts on the British rifle, although the Canadian No. 4 equipments have the rifle serial number marked on the telescopic sight mount." (Skennerton, The Lee-Enfield, p. 230). Really? So I should scream "FAKE" at what appears to be a correct and matching BSA Shirley No. 4(T) with Holland & Holland conversion marks sporting a No.32 MkI scope that has the rifle's serial number on the mount? REALLY? I thought we all wanted serial numbered mounts? I'm curious to know if any other folks can corroborate Skennerton on his point about the British rifle and an absolute absence of serial numbered mounts. Thanks.

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