Springfield Armory barrel marked "SA/flaming bomb/2-14" indicating the rifle was subsequently upgraded to the then standard configuration circa 1914. Fixed blade front and adjustable notch and ladder rear sights with the volley notch at the top of the ladder. Standard markings on the receiver with a knurled cocking piece on the bolt. Straight grip stock with grasping grooves, no visible cartouches, and a small "A" stamp on the underside of the wrist with a smooth trapdoor buttplate. With "E.H.S" inspected "1903" dated Rock Island Arsenal leather sling.