Hi,

I am very new to the world of military rifles - so pardon my lack of knowledge.

I inherited a SMLE from my uncle. He purchased the rifle many years ago and converted it into a hunting rifle.

I have been reading about the SMLE history and would like to indentify the model and manufacturer of the rifle as well as the year of manufacture if possible.

I suspect it's a Mk III - but I might be wrong.

The rifle itself has a magazine cut-off and the cocking piece is a round knob.

On the right of the rifle is the marking "B.S.A.Co" (Is this a reference to the manufacturer, ie. Birmingham Small Arms Company)?

On the left, stamped on the barrel is:
"303" "BM" and a small crown, with "Nitro proof"

On the right of the barrel is stamped a serial number.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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