1903a3 markings. 30, Model of 1903A3” on May 21, 1942.
1903a3 markings As a result of war time demand the Ordnance Department shopped for a new vendor. Serial number is 38753xx with an 7-43 RA barrel. 30/06 ammunition in M1 Garands, 1903s, and 1903A3s that is loaded beyond 50,000 CUP and has a bullet weight more than 172-174gr. The Army considered any rifle with a pistol grip stock an M1903A1, but M1903 receiver markings were unchanged. [47] Feb 25, 2015 · 1903A3 stock markings Jump to Latest 994 views 1 reply 2 participants last post by martin08 Feb 25, 2015 1903A3 Springfield Small Butt Plate Screw. Hi All, I was hoping to get some opinions/info on a Remington 1903a3 that I have. I just picked up this Remington M1903-A3 Jun 17, 2019 · Hello - Brand new to the forum and I have a question. a “scrapped” receiver. So I'm thinking it was built in 1903 per the # and shouldn't be fired. S. . In February 1942 Smith Corona, a company primarily known as a typewriter manufacturer, was contracted to produce the 1903A3 rifle. Mar 8, 2013 · The markings on the left side are the "cartouches": RA - Remington Arms, crossed cannons - Defense Acceptance Seal, FJA - Frank J Atwood (military inspector). The second letter P is believed to have been used when a rifle when through a complete rebuild. The bolt handle is “R” marked on top flat. Sep 26, 2011 · G'Day all, I am little confused about a 1903rifle I own, whilst trying to find out a bit about this rifle it has been mentioned that it has a 1903A3 barrel on it. These rifles are at least 70 years old and were not designed for max loads and super heavy bullets. Dec 20, 2013 · The new rifle was standardized as the U. The stock is the so called "scant" stock with a partial pistol grip. Rifle Model 1903A4, namely the “MODEL 03-AX4” designation found on the receiver. The internals and externals are all marked "R". I have a Remington 03-A3 that appears to be all original and correct. The P on the grip is the proof marking. By Bizio in forum M1903/1903A3/A4 Springfield Rifle Replies: 12 Last Mar 3, 2013 · The markings on the receiver are very hard to see but it says US Springfield Armory, Model 1903, #5002. RIA had shut down production of 1903 rifles by the time the Scant stock came into existence. MR: Mt. Remington began deliveries of the new variant in December 1942. Rifle, Cal. Can someone with more experience please help confused me. Pistol grip stocks became standard for later M1903 production and were subsequently fitted to older rifles. / SMITH-CORONA / MODEL 03-A3 / 4747077”. 1903:1-16,000. The CMP advises to not use . Always wear hearing and eye protection when firing an M1 Garand, 1903 and/or 1903A3 rifle. Dec 18, 2023 · Workers did inspections during the manufacturing steps and stamped their stamps on the rifle. By definition, a SN gap is either a dropped or unaccounted for SN (“lost”); or a serially stamped, but defective receiver never used in making a fully assembled rifle, e. Model 1903's and 1903A3's will sometimes be found with two letter P's stamped behind the triggerguard. It was also marked with a Circle-P firing proof, and different letters and marks fore and aft of the trigger guard. Jan 14, 2021 · Yes, the C-stock would have been a replacement on the early Remington M1903. Dec 18, 2023 · Hello everyone need some help identifying markings on a springfield 1903a3 I just picked up everything seems all original but the rear sights are a lyman sight that I don't have an idea on I was wondering if I can get a some more info here is all the pictures I've been told that its been bubba'd with the rear sight but trying to get more That stock may well have been put on a rifle at the Ogden Arsenal at one point after WWII, but RIA didn't originally install a scant stock on a 1903A3 and Frank Attawood didn't inspect it. 00 M 1923 Aiming Device Glass Insert. Mar 4, 2011 · Not sure about the markings on the bolt, subcontractor production codes I think. U. /Smith-Corona Jun 8, 2016 · The substantially modified rifle was standardized as the “U. I am probably wrong,. Remington was already knee deep in the war effort. 30 Model of 1903A3 in May 1942. Springfield Armory Production of the M1903. 1903a3 Markings 08-17-2015, 03:59 PM. I’ve done some basic research on the markings that can be found on the stock, but one has eluded me so far. It appears the second “3” of the original “03-A3” stamp Marking on Stock : Arsenal Performing Overhaul: AA: Augusta Arsenal: AN: Anniston Arsenal: BA: Benicia Arsenal: HOD: Hawaiian Ordnance Depot. 00 1903A3 Handguard Ring, Blued, Remington Made "R". It had the K-stamp inside the cutoff recess (Keystone maker). Sep 6, 2014 · Smith Corona bolts were marked with an X. I realize this isn’t an M1, but can’t find another well populated thread for these rifles. $8. The top of the barrel, just behind the front sight, is marked “S C” (Smith-Corona) above a flaming bomb (Ordnance Department marking) and features the date of manufcature “7 43” (July of 1943). SC stocks were also noticeably rougher than Remington stock , with obvious rasp marks. First type are high numbered RIA receivers which were already roll marked with the name and serial number and were completed by SA in the ‘27-‘29 period. If I recall, the Z prefix to the serial number indicates an overlap, that is, Smith Corona and Remington BOTH produced a rifle with that SN, so the one manufacturer (Remington) added the Z prefix to distinguish it from the SC rifle with the same SN. But I couldn't find any definitive answers for the markings on the barrel: "RIA 11-18" Rock Island Armory? Help with 1903-A3 markings. The gentleman I bought it from said it was That stock may well have been put on a rifle at the Ogden Arsenal at one point after WWII, but RIA didn't originally install a scant stock on a 1903A3 and Frank Attawood didn't inspect it. Dec 16, 2023 · That's not a Springfield 1903a3, it's an pre-WW1 1903 based on its serial Number. 1903 1903A3 M C Blued Parkerized Markings and Notes on Barrel: Bolt Finish : Gas Vent: Safety Lug Shape: Maker Bolt Body: Firing Pin: Firing Pin Rod: Striker Sleeve: Extractor: Bolt Sleeve: Safety Lock: Extractor Collar: Lettering: Markings and Notes on Bolt: Blue Parkerized Normal Enlarged Magazine, cutoff, trigger guard and assy. "R" stamps indicate parts built by Remington. 1903A3 Barrel Markings 01-04-2016, 07:19 PM Have a Remington barrel off a 3. 6M Smith Corona marked "RA 7 - 43" at muzzle, however at the receiver end is hand stamped circumfrentially is "PBS 8 44". The pistol grip stock was conducive to improved marksmanship and was fitted to National Match rifles until World War II. 30, Model of 1903A3” on May 21, 1942. What are the differences between 1903 and 1903A3 barrels? Can a 1903A3 barrel be modified to suit a 1903 and is this a common Markings: The top of the receiver ring is marked “U. SN calculations reflect the reality “gaps” as well as “duplicates” within the serial numbering process. I purchased an 03-A3 a few years back with the C-stock. Sep 30, 2017 · Remington 1903a3 with grease pencil marking inside th stock. These appear in the higher RIA 300,000-400,000 serial number range. $12. When rifles are rebuilt or repaired, Ordnance made no attempt to keep original makers parts, whatever was handy was used. but I thought to look for an X on the bolt, but this bolt has only two C's on the underside of the handle, and a 3 on the top of the handle, and then also an arrowhead type marking on the back of the bolt handle. Feb 3, 2015 · Under the bolt handle is the "R" marking. By Cetme24 in forum M1903/1903A3/A4 Springfield Rifle Replies: 10 Last Post: 03-02-2017, 01:20 AM. Ranier Arsenal Apr 26, 2009 · I just purchased a nice Smith Corona 03-a3 with serial number in 3,600,000 range and noted that there is no indication that the bolt is a SMC type. Rifle . Off the top of my head, these are the different "types" of stock markings I can think of, in chronological order- Remington M1903- Finger grooves, bolts, boxed "RLB" Dec 19, 2020 · I recently purchased a fine looking Remington 1903a3, with what seems to have all matching Remington parts. Dec 28, 2021 · I have a question about the markings on my U. The North Cape 1903 book shows side by side part differences between Remington and Smith Corona parts. g. The markings on the bottom of the stock are factory inspector markings. 3 different types of SA/RIA hybrid rifles. A. Unless someone else can correct me here, those markings are fake. Underneath markings appear to be a “G” and two punch marks. Mar 12, 2010 · The salient features of the Smith-Corona M1903A3 rifle were: The receiver ring had the same marking format as the Remington rifles except for the name of the manufacturer, “U. 1904:16,001-67,000. Apr 8, 2020 · A bit of plagiarism by me, this should ultimately be credited to John Beard, and saved by TWH. 00 1903A3 Bolt Stop. jjgns xhta vge rsqqkbr xqrc doz yvtyf bzfzqlp iwxzrn hnlxk