When the first TNW M2s and M1919s came in, the CFC accepted them as being new production because the right side plate was new, which the US BATF deemed to be the receiver. I recall someone on this board building a semi auto M1919 to the same specs and the CFC saying it would be deemed a converted auto as they felt the right side plate was not enough. Perhaps this is a way for the RCMP to stop more of these from coming into the country?
I am just speculating here, but it would not surprise me if this was the situation.
I wish this would sort itself out. Looks like I won't be seeing my M2 this shooting season....hopefully next year?