 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
WW2 U.S. Smith Corona 1903A3 30-06 Springfield **MFG. 1943** SOLD
Guns International #: 101215213 Seller's Inventory #: M19-819
Category: Springfield Rifles - 1903 - Military Rifles - US
Seller's Information
When emailing or calling sellers direct, please mention that you saw their listing on GunsInternational.com
Seller: Antique & Modern Firearms, Inc.
Company: Antique & Modern Firearms, Inc.
Member Since: 4/27/15
State: Kentucky
Zip: 40503
Country: United States
Phone: (859) 276-1419
Fax: (859) 278-0838
Platinum Seller
Number of Active Listings: 194
Total Number of Listings: 14885
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Visa,Master Card, Discover,Check
Description:
WW2 U.S. Smith Corona Model 1903A3 rifle chambered in 30-06 Springfield. This is an excellent example of an all-original (as arsenal rebuilt) World War 2 1903A3 rifle made by the Smith Corona company in 1943. The Smith Corona made '03A3's are much more scarce than the Remington produced examples, with Smith Corona making a total of 234,580 rifles versus Remington's total production of 707,629 rifles. This particular gun has been thru an Arsenal rebuild. The rifle retains mostly Smith Corona parts including the original 1943 dated barrel, stock, and trigger guard. The exception being the bolt assembly which is Remington produced. The correct mixture of blued and parkerized finishes on the various parts of the rifle are all very attractive with little to no wear present. The blued bolt has some really nice original blue finish on it, with the finish wear showing where metal contacts metal when the bolt is worked. The stock bands and rear sight still show some nice original blue finish as well. The parkerized receiver, barrel, bayonet lug, and triggerguard / floorplate assembly all show a very attractive original dark green/gray color typical of a wartime finish. The bore in this 1903A3 is excellent. We gauged it and the throat measured a little under a "2", while the muzzle measured a "1". This means that this rifle is barely even "broken in" and has been very well cared for. The U.S. Arsenal system typically didnt replace these barrels until they got somewhere close to a "10" if that gives you a better idea how little wear the bore shows in this rifle. The rifling still has nice sharp lands and grooves and there is no pitting or erosion visible. The original stock on this Smith Corona is excellent. The stock is free from any cracks, major damage, or repairs, and just shows just a few small handling marks and dings and dents typical of an issued rifle. The original "FJA" and U.S. Ordnance wheel inspection and acceptance cartouches are just visible on the left side above the wrist, while all the small inspection stamps in front of the floorplate and the circle "P" proof on the bottom of the wrist are nice and clear. The original steel buttplate is still intact on this rifle, and the little trap door is in excellent working condition. All of the controls and functions on this '03A3 are in perfect working order including the adjustable rear sight. The action is nice and smooth but still precise, locking into battery perfectly. The 2-stage trigger is excellent for a U.S. Military issue rifle, breaking nicely with a medium pull at the second stage. This Smith Corona comes with an original U.S. Militarysling on it, in good condition. This Smith Corona 1903A3 would make an excellent addition to any U.S. Military weapons collection or any gun collection for that matter. These rifles have proven to be excellent investments.
PRICE: $850 We are Antique & Modern Firearms in Lexington, KY, dealer of fine firearms since 1974. PH. 859-276-1419 We Buy, Sell and Trade Firearms & Knives. Have a Individual Firearm, Firearms Collection, or Firearms Estate to sell, let us know, we can buy or consignment sell it for you. NOTE: No additional Fee for Credit Card Purchases.
SOLD
Curio/Relic: Yes
Manufacturer: Smith Corona
Model: 1903A3
Serial Number: 4844245
Caliber Info: 30-06 Springfield
Bore: Excellent
Condition: Excellent
Metal Condition: Excellent