So I've picked up a 1941 No1 Mk3 SMLE made by Lithgow, that was sporterized in the 1950's for $190 OTD.
Pluses.
Not import marked
Not drilled and tapped
Barrel is still original length
Bolt numbered to the receiver
Barrel has some frosting but looks fine otherwise
As far as I can tell are the parts are Australianicon made.

Minuses
Upper hand guard missing
Lower fore stock was cut down.
remaining wood was sanded down and coated in polyurethane

Seems like a good candidate to restore.

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