New to me RA 1903A3

[Jsko 0]

Well after a lot of patience, I ended up lucking out on the 1903's from CMP and received mine. I wish I bought 3!

 

I picked up mine from Hackettstown Guns and Ammo last night. The rifle is in far better condition that I imagined it be in. From the descriptions on the site, I was expecting something like a Field Grade. The rifle is in excellent shape, and the stock is close to mint for a 1943 rifle. Cartouches are all there, stock appears to be original finish, although I can't be sure. The serial puts it as a 1943 production rifle, and the barrel is also dated 9-43. The bore is is also in VG+, no rust or pitting.

 

M: 0+

T: 1+

 

 

Here are some quick pictures I took yesterday.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[lunker 274]

Sweet. My 1903 A3 is one of the best shooters I own. It looks like your stock is the earlier straight version, like they put on the A1.

Enjoy it.

[JimmyAGR 54]

Wow very nice, let us know how she shoots. Now I am sorry I didn't order one.

[Guest]

Very choice