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Early Production U.S. Rock Island Arsenal Model 1903 Bolt Action Rifle with Bayonet

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military / Long Guns - Rifles Start Price:700.00 USD Estimated At:800.00 - 1,200.00 USD
Early Production U.S. Rock Island Arsenal Model 1903 Bolt Action Rifle with Bayonet

Manufactured in 1904, the rifle appears to be an original 30-03, possibly rod bayonet equipped, that was overhauled to the 1906 standard. The stock has a faint "1908" dated inspection cartouche on the left side. Includes a "1906" dated R.I.A. bayonet with a "1906" dated R.I.A. leather sheath, and a "1903" dated R.I.A. leather sling. The oiler/cleaning kit are in the butt trap. With a copy of "Springfield Model 1903 Service Rifle Production and Alteration 1905-1910" by C.S. Ferris and John Beard, with hand-written note attributed to Beard discussing the features and rarity of the rifle.

Manufacture: Rock Island Arsenal
Model: 1903
BBL: 24 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 30-06 Springfield
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 10440

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