Manufactured in 1913. The top of the barrel is stamped "R.I.A." above the Ordnance bomb insignia and "7-13" date, with "C 88/P" steel lot code on the underside of the barrel, steel lot code "C13" on the front surface of the rear bolt lug, modified blade front sight fitted with a hood, early type rear sight with dished windage and elevation knobs and a polished face with a 2,850 yard volley notch, straight grip "S" pattern walnut stock with a large "S" stamped on the tip, one reinforcing bolt, boxed script "C.N./1913" (Conrad Nelson) inspection cartouche stamped on the left of the wrist, small "S" sub-inspector proof behind the trigger guard followed by a script "P" firing proof, fitted with a checkered steel buttplate. Includes a "1918" dated Springfield M1905 bayonet with tan canvas scabbard, B.T. & B. Co. M1907 leather sling, and oiler inside the butt compartment.

Fine, retains 60% original blue finish with smooth gray and brown patina on the balance, and draw filing marks visible around on the front sight. Stock is very good with some scattered light scratches and dents, a re-glued cracked section visible on top of the wrist behind the receiver, and defined edges. Mechanically excellent. Bayonet is good, scabbard is fine.