I recently aquired a No8 that I assumed was a "parts " rifle as it does not have any service serial number, the butt socket is marked CR32 above m/470 and is dated 1952.
The forend barrel band is marked CR320 TORBINIA 1972 and the action is electro pencil etched .22 No8 Mk.I It is in excellent condition and has the correct CR313 harmonized rear sight.
I was unaware the any No8's had been made for the civilian market could this be one or was I right with my first thoughts that it is just a parts rifle??
I can post pictures if required but did not see the point at the moment.