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Lot 459: Three U.S. Military Bolt Action Rifles

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 21, 2025

Lot 459: Three U.S. Military Bolt Action Rifles

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 21, 2025

Estimated Price: $1,600 - $2,500
Price Realized:
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A) U.S. Eddystone Model 1917 Rifle

Manufacturer: Eddystone
Model: 1917
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 30-06 Springfield
Barrel: 26 inch round
Finish: parkerized/blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1175
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: The bore is mostly bright with strong rifling and some minor oxidation.
Description:

Manufactured c. 1917-1918. "R/flaming bomb/10-18" marked replacement barrel, "R" marked bolt, "E" safety and upper band. Partial serial numbers marked on the bolt and magazine floor plate. Walnut stock marked with "eagle head" proof ahead of the magazine well.

Rating Definition:

Very fine as arsenal refurbished, with much of the finish, cycling wear, minor spotting on the buttplate, some dried grease, minor edge wear, and light handling marks. The stock is also very fine with a few minor dents. Mechanically excellent.



B) U.S. Springfield Armory Model 1903 Rifle

Manufacturer: Springfield Armory U.S.
Model: 1903
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 30-06 Springfield
Barrel: 24 inch round
Finish: parkerized
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1175
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: The bore is shiny with strong rifling and some streaking.
Description:

Receiver manufactured in 1924, "S A/flaming bomb/11-29" marked barrel, replacement "R" marked bolt assembly. Fitted with an unmarked 'S' profile grasping groove walnut stock.

Rating Definition:

Very good as refinished, with pitting under the finish at the woodline, mild impact marks on the buttplate, some light spotting, brown patina on the bands, and light handling marks. The stock is very fine. Mechanically excellent.



C) U.S. Springfield Armory Model 1903 Rifle

Manufacturer: Springfield Armory U.S.
Model: 1903
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 30-06 Springfield
Barrel: 24 inch round
Finish: parkerized
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1175
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: The bore is shiny with a few small patches of corrosion in the muzzle and crisp rifling.
Description:

Receiver manufactured in 1922, "H S/flaming bomb/9 44" marked replacement barrel, replacement "CC" bolt, "R" bolt sleeve. Fitted with a Timney drop in trigger and replacement 'S' profile walnut stock with "RA" (Remington Arms), "ordnance wheel", and boxed "FJA" (Col. Frank J. Atwood) inspector stamp.

Rating Definition:

Very fine as arsenal refurbished, with most of the finish, limited spotting, dried grease, and light handling marks. The replacement stock is fine as sanded and re-oiled with some light dents. Mechanically excellent.



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