Remington 1903A3 03-A3 .30-06 WWII Bolt Action Rifle MFD 1943 C&R

SOLD FOR: $1350

LSB#: 210421JB09

Make: Remington

Model: 1903A3 (03-A3)

Serial Number: 3859976

Year of Manufacture: 1943 (page 375 of Joe Poyer’s book, The M1903 Springfield Rifle and its Variations, 3rd Edition). Barrel Date: May, 1943

Caliber: .30-06 Springfield

Action Type: Bolt Action, Internal Magazine

Markings: The top of the receiver is marked “U.S. / REMINGTON / MODEL 03-A3 / 3859976”. The top of the barrel is marked “R A / flaming bomb / 5- 43”. The bottom of the barrel is marked “P”. The right side of the front sight base is marked “R”. The left side of the nosecap, stacking loop, front sling loop, rear of the safety, underside of the bolt handle, right rear of the bolt, and extractor collar are marked “R”. The rear of the magazine cutoff is marked “G”. The top of the bolt handle is marked “9976”. There are a few other small markings on the rifle.

Barrel Length: Approximately 24 Inches

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a pinned blade set in a raised base. The blade has a small bead attached to the top. The front sight has a protective hood. The rear sight is a fully adjustable aperture sight marked from “2-8” on the top and “0” with hash marks on the rear.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The hardwood stock has a pistol grip, metal nose cap, stacking loop, 2 barrel bands, 2 sling loops, 2 reinforcing bolts, and a metal buttplate with hinged door for storage. The stock appears to be a replacement. The stocks have a few dings, scuffs, and compressions. The most noticeable marks are on the front of the pistol grip, right side of the wrist, and right side of the buttstock. There are a few faint scattered draglines. The LOP measures 13 inches from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The plate has some thinning, little dings, and a few little spots of dark discoloration from previous oxidation. The stock rates in about Fine overall condition.

Type of Finish: Parkerized

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The 4 grooved bore is mostly bright with sharp rifling and only a few spots of very light surface erosion. The bore shows an M.E. of about 0.0.

Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 90% of its metal finish. The barrel has a couple light scuffs and little marks. The floorplate and trigger guard have a few scuffs, oil stains, and a few little dings. The receiver has thinning and light handling wear. The bolt handle has some spots of discoloration from previous oxidation and has thinning. The bolt body has some scattered mottled discoloration. The barrel band has an aftermarket bolt on the left side. There is standard operational wear. The screw heads show light use. The markings are deep. Overall, this rifle rates in about Very Good-Fine condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.

Our Assessment: This Remington Model 1903-A3 was made during WWII. This 03A3 has lots of Remington markings on the metal and the finish looks good. The markings on the receiver & barrel are deep and are in great shape for a Military service rifle that is almost 80 years old. The bore is equally impressive and will deliver lead as aimed for years to come. This is a Nice 03A3 for your collection and will be fun to shoot at the range. Please see our photos and good luck!