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Just got a SMLE No4Mk2 for $200 yesterday and I have some questions for those of you whom are supremely knowledgeable on the topic.

First, I have to assume it IS a No4Mk2, as the serial number and date of manufacture (presented in less than traditional fashion if my research is correct) appear to be electro-penciled in. It is an import, so I expect a certain amount of things like this, but this one seems a bit...off. It is stated in this manner: No4MK2(f) and under that: 4/49 [PF97*** (again, looks electro-penciled, but I could be wrong. See attached pictures.

Second, the finish also looks...off. It looks like there might have been some coating applied later than manufacture, but it does not look like rust to me (again please see attached pictures).

What can y'all tell me about this one?
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