This is a fine example of a pre-WWI Springfield Armory U.S. Model 1903 bolt action NRA Sales rifle. These NRA Sales rifles were sold by the DCM only to NRA members in the 1913-1916 time frame. They were issued by both Springfield Armory and Rock Island Arsenal. Although not marked, they all had their barrel star-gauged to ensure they were the best available barrel for the target shooters. They are identified by the "N.R.A./Ordnance Shell and Flame" stamped on the forward section of the trigger guard to denote that they were sold through the DCM to an N.R.A. member and not a stolen rifle. It has the standard receiver markings and the barrel is stamped with the Ordnance shell and flame insignia over "SA/11-15". The early straight handled bolt is stamped "I 8" on the underside of the safety lug. The face of the rear sight leaf and the "ON" side of the magazine cut-off have their original Armory bright polish. It has the correct all milled and blued parts with a dark oil-quenched casehardened receiver finish. It is fitted with a later rear sight graduated from 200-2800 yards with the 2,850 yard volley notch. The rear sight is fitted with the early dished windage knob. It has the correct WWI era, one bolt, "S" style walnut stock with grasping grooves on the sides and a high hump handguard. There are no visible cartouches or inspection acceptance marks on the stock with the exception of a small "15" stamped behind the trigger guard. Fitted with the fine checkered buttplate with trap that has a nickel-plated oiler and pull-through jag inside. The rifle includes an M1907 pattern claw type leather sling.