A few questions to help a newbie

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I had no idea that Long Branch was still in operation in 1955 (I thought their last guns were Korean War). When did operations cease?

By coincidence, a pair of these from 1950 are for sale on Guns America:
Pair of Lee-Enfield No 4 Mk I* Long Branch rifles for sale (987367300)

Here's the description:
2 consecutively numbered Lee-Enfield No. 4 Mk I* .303 British rifles. Manufactured by Canadian Arsenals Limited, the successor to Long Branch and with serial numbers 93L00x4 and 93L00x5. Many collectors consider the Long Branch (C.A.L) rifles of the 1950's the highest quality examples of the No 4 Mk I rifle, with 1950 dated Mk I*'s commanding special premiums.

Both rifles are in excellent condition and show little evidence of use. Furniture is fine with minor marks in the wood. Fit and finish are excellent. Finish is nearly 100% with absolutely no rust. Breech both is matched to action assembly. The 5 groove bore is bright and shiny, excellent rifling. C Mk3 rear sights are on both rifles. Left side of the actions are marked "C No. 4 Mk I*, LONG BRANCH, 1950" All observable parts are "Canadian Arsenals Limited" marked. Small import mark "C.D.I Swan, VT" on underside of barrel muzzle.

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