Do you know anything about these SMLE Markings?

[22SqnRAE]

G’Day Enfielditis Sufferers,

A recent acquisition that followed me home has some interesting heritage that I need a little help deciphering.

A 1958 No 1 Mk III*from RFI Ishapore, in .303. Mechanically, very good condition, showing little actual Service work. Furniture bears the story of a typical rifle that has been transported in a variety of ways in Asia.

The markings on the Body (receiver) ring suggest a more colourful story than spending all it’s time in India.





Here's a closer detail of the marks from the LHS of the body:



The top star may possibly be the Indonesian TNI’s symbol that looks like this in full:



But then again… it might not be. The stamped star is 6 pointed, like the Star of David, the TNI’s symbol is a pentagon.
Quite honestly, I’m not able to find suitable records online or in any of my References for the symbols.

The double struck “U-in-a circle” is the interesting mark. I don’t know which of the symbols, the circle or the star represents the Country of ownership or the Service or Unit.

If you have any information, please do share it. I’m sure there’s a few other people who would be grateful for the knowledge too.

Thank you.

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