Pattern 14 with "E.Y." markings

[Tom Jackson]

Several years ago I acquired an Eddystone P14 in what appears to be original, unaltered condition with about 95% of the blue finish intact It has the correct stock, volley sights with matching serial numbers on the bolt, receiver and rear sight. All the components have the Eddystone "E" marking. The right side of the buttstock has crisp, Broad Arrow, encircled I.E., and PATTN'14 markings. The serial number is 401970. The right side of the buttstock and left side of the receiver rail are stamped with "EY" (Emergency Use) marks. What exactly was the criteria for EY designation? I cannot find any specific information about "EY" designation beyond the definition.

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