Talking with Clay today. He has about 110 confirmations on said rifle. Lipsey's is excited with this project and their both waiting to hear back from Ruger. I think he'll have enough orders to make a go of it. I don't think Ruger will say no to the money... With the holidays coming up, the answers maybe slow in the coming though.
As for imports into the UKicon, I would suggest that you contact Clay & I'm sure he can put on the right track with regards to that info.
I don't think I'd like to see the latest .303 hunter/sporter creation in a break action hardwood or synthetic stock. The No.1's got class...