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Lot 3649:Springfield Armory U.S. 1903 Rifle 30-06

December 3rd, 2010|Rock Island, IL

Lot 3649:Springfield Armory U.S. 1903 Rifle 30-06

December 3rd, 2010|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,100 - $1,600

Early Production U.S. Springfield Armory Model 1903 Bolt Action Rifle with Naval Air Station Marking

This rifle originally was a 30-03 model that was modified to the 30-06 caliber somewhere between 1906-09. Blade front and adjustable ladder rear sight, with a Springfield barrel dated "05". Smooth straight grip stock with "NAS MIAMI" stamped on the comb (Naval Air Station Miami). Smooth flat buttplate with early flat top handguard, one bolt finger groove stock, and sling and stacking swivels.

ConditionVery good. The rifle retains 30% original blue finish with the balance a smooth brown patina. The receiver retains 40% silvered out original oil quench case colors, otherwise a dark patina. The barrel has a deep cut in front of the first barrel band and some minor spotting at the breech. The wood is also very good with some minor dings, scratches, and pressure dents, with a series of shallow gouges on the underside of the buttstock.

Details

ManufacturerSpringfield Armory U.S.

Model1903

TypeRifle

Serial number

ClassCurio & Relic Long Gun

Caliber / Gauge30-06

Barrel24 inch round

Finishblue

Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL