*1903 SPRINGFIELD SNIPER RIFLE. SOLD FOR: $1275 LSB#: 210915DS12 Make: Springfield Armory Model: 1903 Mark I. *1903 SPRINGFIELD NATIONAL MATCH RIFLE. It has a later 1903A3 Remington marked bolt assembly. [28], The M1903 and the M1903A3 rifles were used in combat alongside the M1 Garand by the US military during World War II and saw extensive use and action in the hands of US troops in Europe, North Africa, and the Pacific. SPRINGFIELD 1903-A3 STRIPPER CLIPS 5 ROUND STEEL. I have obtained a 1903 Springfield rifle and after looking up the serial number on oldguns.net I learned the rifle was built in 1917. *1903 SPRINGFIELD RIFLE. [26] All M1903A3 rifles with two-groove "war emergency" barrels were shipped with a printed notation stating that the reduction in rifling grooves did not affect accuracy. Presented for sale, you will find a Lee-Enfield No. The Model 1901 almost entered production. Advanced . [citation needed] M1903 rifles (along with the M1 Garand, M1917 Enfield and M14 rifles) are also common at high school Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) units to teach weapons handling and military drill procedures to the cadets. The M1903's forward receiver ring diameter is 1.305in (33.15mm), slightly over the 33mm (1.30in) ring diameter of the older "small ring" Mauser models and less than the "large ring" 35.8mm (1.41in) Gewehr 98s. The marking on the bolt will either be on the top or bottom of the bolt handle where it joins the bolt body, OR on the bottom of the safety lug, located about halfway up the bolt body. Springfield 1903, MARK 1 For Sale from: Southern Yankee Guns MARYLAND LLC | Positive feedback: 100% View | Verified Seller | 248 Completed Sales View Sellers Items SOLD - $1,599.95 Shipping: $35.00 (or FREE in-store pick up!) It also remained in service as a sniper rifle during World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. The Summerall Guards of The Citadel also use the M1903 Springfield for their silent drill performances. The sights were also an area of concern, so the new improved Model 1904 sight was also added.[8][11]. LOT OF 19TH CENTURY TO EARLY 20TH CENTURY LOT OF 19TH CENTURY TO EARLY 20TH CENTURY SLINGS AND BELTS. Also drilled/tapped for receiver sight. The M1903 became commonly known among its users as the "ought-three" in reference to the year, 1903, of first production. The stock is a correct WWI finger-groove stock with a boxed "EHD" and single "P" proof, and the handguard is a later WWII replacement. $700 to $800 is about average for a Remington A3. Included in the listing is the pictured Enfield No. Original metal can holster, two magazines . http://rockislandauction.blogspot.coen-device.html, http://www.guns.com/2013/06/22/perisdersen-device/, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pedersen_device, https://www.americanrifleman.org/artdersen-device/, Send a private message to SmokeEaterPilot. The bu. This rifle will ship via FedEx Ground to the lower 48 for, Another great item from Gainesville Pawn! [48], An M1903A4 is used by Private Daniel Jackson in the film Saving Private Ryan.[49]. Thank you. However, the values listed are based on ??? By the time of the 1916 Pancho Villa Expedition, the M1903 was the standard issue service rifle of US forces. It is also important to note that Dickson informs Phipps that one of the rifles, probably serial No. Model: 1903 Mark I Serial Number: 1079311 Year of Manufacture: 1919 (page 374 of Joe Poyer's book, The M1903 Springfield Rifle and its Variations, 3rd Edition). Dickson wrote to the commanding officer of Springfield Armory, Lt. The M1903 was first used in combat during the Philippine-American War, and it was officially adopted by the United States as the standard infantry rifle on June 19, 1903 . This corresponds with the ship Lynaugh mentioned in his interview with the Springfield Daily News. I hate to ask but what it the value of one like this? Higher serial numbers are said to be "double-heat-treated".[15]. 1 had been discovered at Camp Pontanezen in Brest, France (Archival Research Group). The design itself is largely based on the Mauser M1893 and its successive models up to the Gewehr 98 rifle. SN 1264385. The original magazine is excellent. Thank you for your time. Springfield 1903A3 Trigger Guard Magazine Housing $ 30.00. [32] The Weaver scopes (later standardized as the M73 and M73B1) were not only low-powered in magnification, they were not waterproofed, and frequently fogged over or became waterlogged during humidity changes. In his letter to the AEFs Chief of Ordnance, Ramsey notes: There was recently turned in to the Ordnance Officer, Camp Pontanezen, Brest, by the 1st Division a US rifle 30 with serial No. The M1903 Springfield, officially the United States Rifle, Caliber .30-06, Model 1903, is an American five-round magazine-fed, bolt-action service repeating rifle, used primarily during the first half of the 20th century. Due to the duration of its service, there is also a range of smaller differences among ones from different periods and manufacturers. SMITH CORONA MODEL 03A3 BOLT ACTION WWII MILITARY RIFLE 30-06 - NICE RIFLE, WWII US Property | Savage Enfield No. SPRINGFIELD 1903-A3 STRIPPER CLIPS 5 ROUND STEEL. Find the 1903 Springfield parts list and accessories that you need now! JROTC units use M1903s for regular and inter-school competition drills, including elaborate exhibition spinning routines. The ejection port is needed for the Pedersen Device. Description. The receiver alloy was toughened by addition of nickel after Mark I production. *1903 SPRINGFIELD RIFLE. The M1903 was first used in combat during the PhilippineAmerican War,[5] and it was officially adopted by the United States as the standard infantry rifle on June 19, 1903, where it saw service in World War I, and was replaced by the faster-firing semi-automatic eight-round M1 Garand starting in 1936. RIFLE, Springfield ~ 1903 NRA Sporter ~ .30-06 Springfield, Springfield 03/A3 30-06 cal. 10:42 PM. [22], World War II saw new production of the Springfield at private manufacturers such as the Remington Arms and Smith-Corona Typewriter companies. *SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1903 RIFLE. This lot also includes a photocopy of the Ordnance Boards evaluation of this device in 1917/18, photocopies of the U.S. patent drawings of the Pedersen device. What stamping numbers should I be looking for other than the barrel stamping date, serial number, and bolt stamping? 1s butt (Andrew Schmidt Photography, LLC). This was the case with the first M1903 rifle made by the Rock Island Arsenal and remains part of the Rock Island Arsenal Museums collection today. To speed up production output, two-groove rifled barrels were adopted, and steel alloy specifications were relaxed under "war emergency steel" criteria for both rifle actions and barrels. Sadly, they had no knowledge of either and their connection to the former President.Close up of the rifles receiver, prominent serial number marking and rear sight (Andrew Schmidt Photography, LLC). As the already worn tooling began to wear beyond use Remington began seeking Army approval for a continuously increasing number of changes and simplifications to both speed up manufacture and improve performance. The US rifle, Model of 1903 is 44.mw-parser-output .frac{white-space:nowrap}.mw-parser-output .frac .num,.mw-parser-output .frac .den{font-size:80%;line-height:0;vertical-align:super}.mw-parser-output .frac .den{vertical-align:sub}.mw-parser-output .sr-only{border:0;clip:rect(0,0,0,0);height:1px;margin:-1px;overflow:hidden;padding:0;position:absolute;width:1px}78inches (1.098m) long and weighs 8lb 11oz (3.95kg). The M1918 device was designed by John Pedersen c. 1917 and was specifically designed to convert the 1903 bolt action rifle into a semi-automatic rifle by simply replacing the standard 1903 bolt with the Pedersen device and inserting one of the special magazines. This is a rare example of a U.S. Springfield Armory 1903 Mark I rifle rig that includes the very rare 1918 Pedersen Device. Cal. This springfiel 1903 Mark 1 bright and shinny bore has a 10-19 dated barrel has soild woods great shooter less then 1 1/2 on throat are collecter getting harder to fine in this shape SKU: SPG-010. Soon after the bolt-action .30-cal. The first floor was reserved for drafting and modeling quarters, while the second and third floors were reserved for the museums displays. Cal 30-06. [36], During the Korean War, South Korean Marines used the M1903A3. The stock was also slightly cut down on the left side to clear the ejection port. Beginning in late 1943 a lighter gray-green parkerizing finish was used. *1903 SPRINGFIELD RIFLE. *1903 SPRINGFIELD RIFLE. The Navy adopted the M1885, and later different style Lee M1895 (a 6mm straight pull bolt), which saw service in the Boxer Rebellion. This bolt has an "S" mark on the safety lug which I believe means that it is an old bolt and single heat treated. The Mark 1 denotes that this rifle was compatible with the secret Pedersen Device, a secret weapon that converted the 1903 to a semi-auto pistol caliber rifle. Fielded . I'm trying to find age of my Springfield 1903 Mark1 Sportier with serial number 1075861. In July 1918, according to the 49th Infantrys morning reports Lynaughs company left Camp Upton on Long Island and traveled to France aboard the Regina dItalia or Queen of Italy, a twin screw steamer pressed into service in May 1918. *1903 SPRINGFIELD HOFFER THOMSON TRAINING. [12], By the time of US entry into World War I, 843,239 M1903 rifles had been produced at Springfield Armory and Rock Island Arsenal. It is at this point that the official paper trail for the rifle finally peters out after this last memorandum. Springfield 1903 Rifle. 1, and that an oiler and thong case be inserted in its butt. When inspecting this rifle at Springfield Armory National Historic site, no evidence was found that exhibited either a scope mount or nonstandard sight being affixed to the rifle, such as drilled/filled holes. Cal 30-06. SN 1118575 is a Springfield 1903 MK 1 rifle built 10/19. PISTOL BALL CARTRIDGES MODEL OF 1918", specifically for the Pedersen Device, (5) two canvas magazine pouches, both marked "R.I.A./7-19", (6) a canvas bolt carrier pouch marked "R.I.A./1919" (designed to carry the 1903 bolt when the Pedersen device is installed), (7) a 1918 canvass belt marked "LONG 6-18", 8) a 1905E1 bayonet and scabbard marked SA/1918 and a WWI canteen and cover, and 9) a desirable reproduction combination installation /disassembly tool. S# 127677. Receiver marked U.S. Springfield Armory Model 1903 Mark I. 1 and No. [22] All stock furniture was also redesigned in stamped metal. *1903 SPRINGFIELD RIFLE. Thanks for the information. SN 1018552. Although several cases of serious injury from receiver failure were documented, the U.S. Army never reported any fatalities. Stock has a ""RA-P"" cartouche directly above tri, WW2 PARRIS DUNN SPRINGFIELD U.S. MODEL 1903 DUMMY TRAINING RIFLE CIRCA 1942. Springfield 1903 stock markings Could someone tell me what the markings on this 1903 stock mean? Includes a surplus sling as well! Description Serial. Fifty-six years after the war had ended and hed last seen his rifle, Mr. Wallace permitted Mr. Lynaugh to hold the rifle and a photograph of the reunion was taken.Letter from Colonel Schull, Superintendent of Springfield Armory requesting the Office of Chief of Ordnance in Wash., D.C., forward U.S. Rifle No. After the U.S. military's experience with the Mauser rifle in the 1898 SpanishAmerican War, authorities decided to adopt a stronger Mauser-derived bolt-action design equipped with a charger- or stripper clip-loaded box magazine. M1903 A 2 - M1903 A 3 - was the version using cheaper parts for speedy production A US Army board of investigation was commissioned as a direct result of both battles. Bore is excellent. Accepted Payment Methods: Returns: No Returns $268.93. I am going to look at the rifle again tomorrow. And, what markings should the barrel have and how can I tell if the stock is original to the barrel? Though a stripper-clip or charger loading modification to the Krag was designed, it was clear to Army authorities that a new rifle was required. Also, during World War II many remained in use early on, especially in the Pacific (generally replaced as M1s became available), in addition to service (along with other weapons) as a sniper rifle and to launch rifle grenades. The barrels were also selected specifically to be added to the M1903A4 rifle only if they were within almost exact specifications for the design. The butt stock is a smooth grip hardwood straight grip with a storage compartment that includes spare bolt parts. Again, I am thinking about buying the gun but I am trying to do my best to confirm it is the real deal. One particular rifle that should have a place in every collector's gun safe is the venerable U.S. Rifle, Caliber .30, Model of 1903, better known as the Model 1903 Springfield (M1903). By January 1905, over 80,000 of these rifles had been produced at the federally-owned Springfield Armory. This rifle is in good condition overall. Brought home a Springfield 1903 Mark 1 Howdy, Yesterday I picked up a Springfield 1903 Mark 1 milled for the pedersen device. At the wars conclusion it served in reserve, acting as a funneling point for the men of the AEF to begin their voyage back to the United States.Rifle, Caliber .30, Model of 1903, serial No. 1 subsequently be retained for exhibition at the armorys museum.October 1919 Memo advising the Chief of Ordnance in the United States that US rifle bearing serial No. A bayonet can be attached; the M1905 bayonet blade is 16in (406mm) long and weighs 1lb (0.45kg). 24 " barrel , with excellent bore High polish bluing Monte Carlo custom maple stock with tiger stripe grain Bushnell 4X scope, with Leupold mounts HArris bipod inc. Weighs 8 lbs, Another great item from Gainesville Pawn! A huge number of American soldiers passed through Camp Potanezen, built just a few miles from the port of Brest, through which nearly 800,000 troops arrived in France. During the 1898 war with Spain, the Mauser M1893 used by the Spanish Army gained a deadly reputation, particularly from the Battle of San Juan Hill, where 750 Spanish regulars significantly delayed the advance of 15,000 US troops armed with outclassed Springfield KragJrgensen bolt-action rifles and older single-shot Springfield trapdoor rifles. First adopted on June 19, 1903, the United States Rifle, Caliber .30-06, Model 1903 remained in service in various guises as an issue combat weapon throughout World War II. The scope used on the M1903A4 was a Weaver Model 330 or 330C, which was a 2.75x telescopic sight. [clarification needed]. There are few differences, other than cosmetics, from the original M1903 prototype rifles and while it was officially adopted in 1906, it retained the M1903 model number. [18] However, during the late 1930s, it became apparent that, with the development of mortars, high-angle artillery, and the .50 caliber M2 Browning machine gun, the need for extreme long-range, rifle-caliber machine-gun fire was decreasing. RARE,U.S. HOFFER-THOMPSON MDL. Original Model 1903 Mark I Rifles had a special receiver, stock, magazine cut-off, cut-off spindle, trigger and sear. Hi, I'm new to the forums but after trying to research my Springfield 1903 I am confused as to the history of the gun. The .30-06 Springfield M1906 service ammunition long-range performance was originally overstated. Col. Schull requested that that U.S. Rifle No. Frank Clifford Lynaugh enlisted on July 25, 1917, at the age of 23. This later finish was also used on arsenal repaired weapons. It has a 24-inch barrel. The elderly veteran was Frank C. Lynaugh, who was 80 at that time, had been visiting friends in the area and decided to browse the museum. Local Time. Receivers or barreled/receivers require a dealer 01 . Would you agree? Lynaughs service history and confirm his accounts detailed in his interview which proved invaluable. Various US allies and friendly irregular forces were also equipped with the weapon. [35] Large numbers of M1903 rifles were sent to China. The "Springfield" as it came to be called, was actually a follow on from another beautifully-made arm, the .30-40 Krag Jorgensen. Some rifles were fitted with both the Warner & Swasey Model 1913 and 1908 "musket sights" during the campaign, "musket sights" being the vernacular at the time for telescopic sights. - Free Online Library", FM 23-10 Basic Field Manual: U.S. Rifle Caliber .30, M1903, 20 September 1943, (1943) TM 9-270 U.S. Rifle, Cal. Post-war evaluation of the Pedersen Device determined that it served no practical purpose. We pick up the trail again on Oct. 31, 1919, when Col. N. F. Ramsey at Camp Pontanesen wrote to the Chief of Ordnance for the AEF to inform him of the discovery of M1903 No. The barrel on this rifle is stamped 2 43. Model 1903. I hated the darn Enfields, he said, and wished he could have his Springfield rifle back. While Mr. Lynaughs accounts do not entirely match up with the paperwork attributed to the rifle, a number of elements of his recollections have been confirmed by our research. Cal. I'm trying to find age of my Springfield 1903 Mark1 Sportier with serial number 1075861. One concern, the color is more of a darker olive green rather than a charcoal grey. It has a Fajan stock that has been Tiger striped. The total length of the rifle was 43.2 and it weighed in at 8.69 lbs. Colonel Frank K. Phipps, to advise that he had been directed by the Chief of Ordnance, then Brigadier General William Crozier, to return two Model 1903 rifles to the armory. Guns Listing ID: 507686This 1903 is the Mark I which was used with the Pederson Device. A solid representative U.S. Model 1903/Pedersen device rig. SKU: SPG-011. There is quite a bit of pitting on the exterior of the receiver, but the inside is clean. 1. The right side is marked: "REMINGTON-BRIDGEPORT/PEDERSEN'S PATENT" in two lines above the cocking serrations. The two-piece firing pin-striker also proved to be no improvement over the original one-piece Mauser design, and was a cause of numerous ordnance repairs, along with occasional reports of jammed magazine followers. Although I'm not sure how he got it, it looks to be in relatively good . Scabbard is a Type III with brass e, Springfield 1898| 30-40 Krag | No CC Fee | $Reduced. SN 455321. This 4150 CM barrel features: Timed barrel threads; . Clearance, Springfield 1903. Cal 30-06. The floor plate is NRA" marked and shows wear from handling. "Serial number 1269046. *1903 SPRINGFIELD ARMORY ROD BAYONET. The most intriguing part of Dicksons letter is a request that a new eye piece be placed upon rifle No. With a history and tradition of fine gun making behind them, the Manurhin series of Revolvers is truly world-class. The GyroJet pistol fires small rockets or microjets that utilize rocket propulsion to fire its rounds rather than the traditional gunpowder [], The Manurhin MR73 series of revolvers was developed specifically for the requirements of the French Gendarmerie and special service units of the French Police and Military. Preparations for production of the M1903 had begun. The retooling was almost complete when it was decided another change would be made. SKU: SPG-UPPER. This is a very nice Springfield Model 1922 M1I Training Rifle. If not removed by frequent and proper barrel cleaning, these residues could cause pitting and excessive wear. SN 1310579. C" stock has a SA" over SPG" insp. Temperature control during forging was improved prior to Mark I production. 1 was restored and restocked. Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives. Other features of the M1903, such as high-grade walnut stocks with finger grooves, were replaced with less expensive but serviceable substitutes. The M1905 rear sight can also be adjusted for windage. In all other respects, the Mark I is identical to the M1903. Customer experience was, and still is, the primary focus, a key to the firms longevity and success. It's a Springfield model 1903 mark 1 as the title says, serial 1064xxx. COMES. The M1903 rifle included a rear sight leaf that can be used to adjust for elevation and windage. 1 that the rifle found its way to a unit with the 1st Division. 1907 CAL. NICE SOLID WOOD WITH NO C, U.S. SPRINGFIELD Model 1903 .30-06 Caliber Bolt Action MILITARY Rifle C&R Infantry Rifle Made at the Springfield Armory Here we present a C&R U.S. Springfield Model 1903 Bolt Action I, This Springfield Armory U.S. Model 1903 is a right-hand bolt-action U.S. Military rifle in .30-06 Springfield. Due to its balance, the M1903 is still popular with various military drill teams and color guards, most notably the U.S. Army Drill Team. 1 has a truly fascinating story which up until now may have been lost to time. $750 for a 1903 Springfield with the Pederson cut is a pretty good deal for around here, anyways. M1903 Springfield was the first service rifle to be adopted by all branches of the United States Armed Forces. The carbon could be "burnt" out of the steel, producing a brittle receiver. The M1903 Springfield was designed in response to American combat experience during the Spanish American War. V1-B1 Barrel Length: 24 Bore condition: Poor Year Manufactured: 1920, Your email address will not be published. Get notified. In an effort to trace the No. The bolt handle was also bent downwards, to make operation of the bolt faster. This service includes the disassembly of the rifle, surface preparation and the bluing of the metal parts. However, President Theodore Roosevelt objected to the design of the sliding rod-type bayonet used as being too flimsy for combat. Desirable U.S. Springfield Armory 1903 Mark I Rifle Rig Complete with Pedersen Device, Magazine, Ammunition Cartridge Belt, Magazine Pouch, Canteen, Documentation and Bayonet Auction Date: May 7, 2017 Estimated Price: $ 20,000 - $ 35,000 Details A) Springfield 1903 Mark I Bolt Action Rifle Manufacturer: Springfield Armory U.S. Model: 1903 Mark I It has a 24-inch barrel. Although preferable to the burden of . Taken in natural sunlight; unworn, original finish (hopefully) appears to be a dark, smooth charcoal grey. Comes with 1913 dated M1905 bayonet & scabbard. Cal. The stock and handguard are both fine with a nice dark brown matching color overall showing minor handling marks and light wear on the finger grooves from use and handling. His experiences during the safari is the subject of Green Hills of Africa, published in 1935. I think we've given you PLENTY of advice and things to look for. As a result of damage caused by the fire No. He later spells the camps name correctly in the body of his letter. We do know, however, that Sergeant Lynaugh returned to the United States aboard the USS Frederick, departing the from Brest on Feb. 19, 1919, probably following another stay at Camp Pontanezen. 1 (Andrew Schmidt Photography, LLC).The rifle, like most M1903's was re-barreled, here we can see No. For safety reasons, the JROTC M1903s are made permanently unable to fire by plugging the barrel with a steel rod, or having it filled with lead, soldering the bolt and welding the magazine cutoff switch in the "on" position. Included in the listing is the pictured Yugoslavian M24/47 rifle. Gen. Croziers offices. *1903 SPRINGFIELD RIFLE. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers If you'll read my reply above, I believe it answered most of your questions. A blade front sight and an adjustable tangent rear sight. *SPRINGFIELD ARMORY MODEL 1903 "T" RIFLE. 1 rifle, Model of 1903 is this day returned, by express, with a new eyepiece, oiler and thong case in the butt as directed. Rifle number 55 was not yet ready to ship and Phipps acknowledged a letter dated the December 3, that requested the fitting of a civilian sight made by the Lyman Company. The US military licensed many of the Mauser Company's and other German patents, including the spitzer bullet, later modified into the .30-06 Springfield. SPORTER ***SALE PENDING***, Mauser Model of 1908 German 1944 | $Reduced, WW2 EARLY PRODUCTION REMINGTON U.S. MODEL 03-A3 BOLT ACTION .30-06 CAL. It depends on how much "olive green" - it "too" olive, it may be a WWII repark. This rifle shows clear markings and most of the Rock Island arsenal reparkerized finish. Exhibition teams often use fiberglass stocks in place of wooden stocks, which are heavier and more prone to breakage when dropped. Cal. In 1892, the U.S. military held a series of rifle trials, resulting in the adoption of the .30-40 KragJrgensen rifle. The MBA GyroJet pistols are unique and one of the most unconventional firearms ever produced. Rifle itself is a 851*** serial number Springfield, rebarreled with an SA barrel dated 8/42. RIA PRODUCTION OF MODEL 1903 1903-1-7500 1904-7501-16000 1905-16001-28000 1906-28001-75000 1907-75001-130000 1908-130001-165000 1909-165001-178000 1910-178001-201000 1 was re-barreled in April 1909 (Courtesy of the Friends of the Springfield Armory NHS). . On the right side Remington Bridgeport, Pedersons Patent Pending. [20], The Federal Bureau of Investigation acquired some M1903 rifles configured like National Rifle Association sporter models in response to the 1933 Kansas City Massacre. Optics are clear. Includes a surplus sling as well! CALIBER 30-06. N. H. Strickland, who was the Assistant Ordnance Officer at Wash., D.C., replied on August 4, 1925 that the rifle would be shipped to the armory in accordance with their request. This "short rifle" also eliminated the need of a shorter carbine for mounted troops or cavalry. Cal. With Pedersen Device, marked on the device on the left side U.S.A. 1918 Mark I, S/N 6164.
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