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We used to put a length of copper plate into the full length of the undercut and make good the slot at each end with mig or gas where necessary. Then we had a handle which would take a hacksaw blade, We'd use this from the rear to get the right undercut. Done loads of them. Once they'd gone through the workshop they'd come out like new
I'm afraid that doing this would make the rifle worthless as a collector. So I guess I'll just have to live with it, I'll try some heavy grease in the bolt threads and perhaps create some washers for the striker spring. Anyone know the dimensions that I would need to make these washers?

I won't buy another Mk1*, my next one will be a No4 mk1 or a Mk2!