WWII US Remington M1903A3 .30-06 24” Barrel Bolt Action Rifle, 1942 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,300.09
LSB#: LSB260702WO002
Make: Remington
Model: 1903A3
Serial Number: 3384817
Year of Manufacture: 1942 / C&R
Barrel Date: 12-42
Caliber: .30-06 Springfield
Action Type: Bolt Action, 5 Round Internal Magazine
Markings: The top of the receiver is marked “U.S. / REMINGTON / MODEL 03-A3 / 3384817”. The top of the barrel is marked “R A / flaming bomb / 12 – 42” . The safety is marked “SAFE READY” and the magazine cutoff is marked “ON OFF”. The left side of the stock is marked “FJA” cartouches and boxed “OG”. There are various small proofs throughout.
Barrel Length: 24″
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a hooded pinned blade atop a raised base. The rear sight is an adjustable peep sight protected by wings.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is a two piece with a capped forend/bayonet lug & stacking ring, barrel band w/ sling loop, two through bolts, straight wrist, straight comb, sling loop, and steel buttplate. There are scratches and compression marks throughout. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 12.75″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The stock rates in about Fine overall condition.
Type of Finish: Parkerized
Finish Originality: Original.
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is well defined. There is no erosion and light fouling in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates at a 8 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 97% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows handling and storage wear. There are scratches and thinning throughout. The parkerized finish has turned green due to age. There are a few light nicks throughout. There is freckling throughout. The screw heads range from sharp to tooled with serviceable slots. The markings range from clear to well defined. Overall, this rifle rates in about Very Good 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: This rifle comes with a canvas sling and muzzle canvas bag.
Our Assessment: The Remington M1903A3 adapted the Springfield service rifle for wartime production through simplified components and a receiver-mounted aperture sight. This example dates to approximately January 1943 and carries a December 1942 Remington barrel, a combination consistent with its early production period. The stock’s FJA acceptance and boxed OG arsenal markings document both wartime inspection and subsequent arsenal handling, adding context to its military history.
This rifle retains approximately 97% of its current Parkerized finish, with a greenish tone, scattered scratches, thinning, and freckling. The walnut stock shows handling marks without chips or cracks and remains in Fine condition. The bright bore has well-defined rifling, no erosion, and light fouling, rating 8 out of 10. The action functions correctly, and a canvas sling accompanies the rifle. Overall, it presents in Very Good condition. Please see our photos for a better understanding of the condition and good luck with your bids! -N.P