I'm not familiar with Canadian deactivation standards, but it appears they are much more thorough than those in the UK. Not so much a Sten as the skeleton of a Sten. She's been well and truly gutted! The lack of wear and patina is down to it being spray painted black. Presumably it was not in the best condition beforehand. I have a deact AKM that has undergone the same process. If you can see pitting in the metal under the paint, then it's been sprayed.
Here's my own Mk2 Sten. Much earlier than yours. The crudeness of their design really shows through, but I've always thought it adds to their 'make-do' charm.
Regards, B.B.
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