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Lot 1881: Collection Lot of Two U.S. 1903 Bolt Action Rifles

Collection Lot of Two U.S. 1903 Bolt Action Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 10, 2011

Lot 1881: Collection Lot of Two U.S. 1903 Bolt Action Rifles

Collection Lot of Two U.S. 1903 Bolt Action Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 10, 2011

Estimated Price: $1,200 - $1,700
Price Realized:
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A) Smith Corona Model 03-A3 Bolt Action Rifle with Bayonet

Manufacturer: Smith & Corona
Model: 1903-A3
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 30-06
Barrel: 24 inch round
Finish: parkerized
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1845
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 164
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

This is an example of a WWII Model 1903A3 rifle manufactured by the Smith-Corona Typewriter Company. These rifles were exact duplicates of the Remington version, with a four groove cut rifled barrel that is marked "S C / ordnance bomb / 4 43". The front receiver ring is marked "U.S. / SMITH-CORONA / MODEL 03-A3 / 3688126". It is fitted with the parkerized stamped trigger guard, parkerized and blued barrel bands, and blued buttplate with the stamped adjustable rear sight and hooded front sight. The oil finished stock has a circled "P" and an "S" in the grip area and boxed "FJA." and crossed cannon cartouche on the left side over the trigger and "OG" on the left side of the buttstock. Ahead of the floor plate are four proofs. Complete with a front sight cover and a 1905 pattern bayonet with shortened and altered blade, and M8A1 scabbard.

Rating Definition:

Arsenal refurbished. The rifle retains 98% parkerized finish. The stock is also excellent with a couple of small gouges and a few scattered minor dings and dents. The markings and cartouches are clear and crisp. As noted above the bayonet has been shortened and altered, and remains fair with ill-fitting handle and an overall gray patina. Mechanically excellent.



B) U.S. Springfield Armory Model 1903 Bolt Action Rifle with Bayonet

Manufacturer: Springfield Armory U.S.
Model: 1903
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 30-06
Barrel: 24 inch round
Finish: parkerized
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1845
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 164
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Blade and ladder sights, with "AV/ordnance bomb/1-19", (Avis Rifle Barrel Company). Standard receiver markings. Mounted with a smooth stock with a boxed "S.A / S.P.G." cartouche on the left side, circled "P" in the grip area, and boxed "O.G.E.K." on each side, sling swivels, and checkered buttplate with compartment (cleaning kit not included). Complete with a 1905 pattern bayonet with shortened and altered blade and M8A1 scabbard.

Rating Definition:

Arsenal refurbished. The rifle retains 75% thin parkerized finish with areas turning a smooth gray. The stock is very good with a few scattered overall dents and dings. The cartouches and markings are clear. The action is excellent. The bayonet is fair as altered with ill-fitting handle.



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