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Lot 3510: Springfield Armory U.S. 1903 Rifle 22 short

U.S. Springfield Model 1903 Hoffer-Thompson Bolt Action Gallery Rifle with Two Cartridge Adaptors and the Manual

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 24, 2015

Lot 3510: Springfield Armory U.S. 1903 Rifle 22 short

U.S. Springfield Model 1903 Hoffer-Thompson Bolt Action Gallery Rifle with Two Cartridge Adaptors and the Manual

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 24, 2015

Estimated Price: $2,750 - $3,500

U.S. Springfield Model 1903 Hoffer-Thompson Bolt Action Gallery Rifle with Two Cartridge Adaptors and the Manual

Manufacturer: Springfield Armory U.S.
Model: 1903
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 22 short
Barrel: 24 inch round
Finish: parkerized
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1149
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 172
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Designed for use on small ranges, the Hoffer-Thompson is equipped with a 22 caliber bore and a chamber sized for a 22 Short cartridge adaptor (two included). The adaptors would be loaded, chambered and ejected like 30-06 rounds, giving the Gallery Rifle the same manual of arms as the issue-model Springfield. Blade front and folding ladder rear sights graduated to "27", with a "SA/ordnance bomb/8-20" dated barrel. (This has to be among the last of the Hoffer-Thompsons manufactured). The slanted bolt handle is unmarked. Smooth straight wrist stock, with "H" stamped on the bayonet lug, "J.F.C." cartouche on the left side of the wrist, a brown leather sling, and a fully checkered trapdoor buttplate. The adaptors are unmarked. Included with the rifle is a copy of the 1917 edition of the instruction manual

Rating Definition:

Very fine as Arsenal refurbished, with 95% of the original arsenal parkerized finish, showing mild scuffing around the front sight and some light handling marks and edge wear overall. The stock is excellent, with some light dents and scuffs. Mechanically excellent.



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