United States Rifle, Cal .30, Model of 1917 - Eddystone - 30:06

Description:
                                                         United States Rifle, Cal .30, Model of 1917 w Bayonet (No Scabard)
                                                                                Serial Number: 1302978     
Disclaimer:
This Rifle is an Arsenal Rebuild. The Metal is 100% Eddystone based on all of the inspection markings.  But the wood has a 3Z Cartouche stamped under the wrist and there are “O" cartouches. The "O's" are for OGEK" (Ogden-Elmer Keith), indicates the weapon was inspected at the Ogden Arsenal in Utah during World War two  The rifle looks almost new.  If you can get past this?  This is kind of a unique rifle.It’s an American modification and production of the .303 (7.7 mm) Pattern 1914 Enfield Rifle (British Service Rifle.  No.3).  So, the M1917 was often called the "American Enfield". 
History
It was developed and produced due the shortage of M1903's and English Enfields in World War One.  
Over 800,000 M1917 Enfield rifles were issued to US troops, with a total of 1,123,259 shipped to France. Although over 2.19 million were manufactured, they were issued to about 75% of the American Expeditionary Forces, making them the primary rifle of the US in WWI. Not the “03”. Not too many folks know this.  A lot of these rifles were used up during the war and discarded.
Continuing:
It is only Rifle that I know of that was used by both the English and Americans, in both World War One and Two. (The Model 97 Shotgun was also used in both, but it technically it’s not a rifle). 
1. In 1939, at the beginning of WW2, the English issued all of the Model 17's that they had kept from WW1.   
2. And, the U.S. Army was still issuing the M1917 to Chemical Mortarmen at the beginning of WW2. 
3. Also, because it performs reliably in Arctic conditions (minus 40C) , the Danish Sirius Dog Sled Patrol in Greenland, still uses the M1917 as their service weapon?  Which means that the M1917 could be the longest serving US military rifle in history?. Not too many people know this.
Pricing may seem a little high for a rebuild?
But considering that the overall history and condition of the rifle.  Along with the additional cherry conditions of the Bayonet and Scabbard (Green), that range in cost between from $350. to $500. on Ebay.  Maybe not? 
Background:
The Pattern 1914 Enfield (P14) was orginally an English designed Enfield 303 caliber, bolt-action rifle, manufactured in the United States for the British Army during World War One.  So, while the original design was is a British 303 service rifle. The USA altered the design  to accommodate the .30-06 caliber bullet with some minor altered stock changes. And that is how US Model of 1917 Enfield" was introduced into military service. But, about 90% of the rifle was an English design. 
Following are just some of the Eddystone Stampings and Locations.
Photos show a lot of these. 

• Left side of the receiver, Flaming Bomb USA/Eddystone
• E on the safey release –
• E (for Eddystone) on the bolt release.
• Flaming Bomb on the bolt handle?
• E on the barrel under the handguard.
• E bottom of the fore stock.
• E on the rear and front swivel base.  
• E on the rear swivel sling.
• E on the Stacking Swivel
• E on the Trigger
• E on the Trigger Guard 
• E/075 on the Front Site
• 11-18 with "Flaming Bomb" on the top of the front Barrel. Month Issued.  
• And 3Z Inspectors Cartouche is very clearly stamped on the bottom of the Wrist indicating replacement wood.
• There are more E Cartouches on the Rifle.  Let me know if you want me to look for a specific one?
• Might be some on the inside of the wood? But I didn’t look for them. Don't want to take it out of the wood.

Somebody carefully went through this rifle. And, except for original very minor honest receiver ware, this rifle looks brand new.   If anyone out there can add to any of the above, it would be appreciated. I'm not an expert, but I did a lot of research and all of the above are my best conclusions.  
 
This rifle is crazy rugged with the best battle sites ever produced. If you want a 30:06 Military Rifle that you could drop down a mountain side in 40F or 40C, (they are both the same tempertures, (look it up) and proven to be safe to shoot? You might want to think about this one?  

Applies to all listings: 
In 2002, the entire collection was professionally removed from wood and inspected for condition, then cleaned, lubricated and reassembled, by a very experienced and professional Gunsmith.   All received a clean bill of health and were considered to be in much better condition than appropriate for the age.  Because I was interested in maintaining as much of the original condition as possible, they have only been lightly cleaned and oiled by me. Because of this most rifles have some oil build-up in the tight places.  

The entire collection has never out of a temperature-humidity, controlled environment.  Most post 1920 manufactured guns have been fired by a qualified gunsmith or range master, for reliability, functionality, and safety confirmation.  I have fired a few, limited to a total of <20 rounds. Most firearms that are equipped for them have as-issued correct Bayonet and Scabbards, in very good condition. And most have period correct: Slings, clips and / or removable magazines.  All have the expected stampings and / or cartouches.  As far as I know, there are no reproduction replacement parts in this collection!  Some Government Arsenal Reconditions are included with clear markings of this reconditioning, and these are identified in the listing.

Based on expert inspections, my knowledge and extensive research, all firearms are mechanically sound and complete. However, I am NOT warranting them as safe to fire. This must be determined by a qualified range master or gunsmith. All firearms are offered as collector’s items only.  Seller does not accept responsibility as to the shooting safety or reliability of any firearm.  The be clear, a thorough inspection should be conducted by an experienced, reliable gunsmith / rangemaster, before even considering firing any gun.
Specific descriptions related to a Firearms are based on knowledge at the time of the listing.   No Firearm is intentionally misrepresented and they are described as accurately and to the best of my ability, as possible. Please make your own determinations.  A 3rd party, totally independent gunsmith. Is available for consultation / condition confirmation, at the buyer’s expense.  Or, if you have a contact in the Tampa Bay Florida area, I’ll take it to them.  I am available to take phone inquiries. Between 9AM & 6 PM.  Most days.   

Abiding by and meeting all: City, state or federal regulations regarding the purchase or owning of firearms, or any item related to the firearm.  Such as clips, magazines, bayonets or any item listed or sold with the firearm, is the sole responsibility of the purchaser to abide by.

The Buyer must have a valid Driver’s License and complete the Florida Individual Person:  Firearm & Ammunition Transfer Disclosure Document, for every sale?  It only takes about 5 minutes to complete and besides it is a good thing for the Buyer to have because it provides the source of the rifle for the Buyer.  My complete contact information, DL and Carry Permit numbers are on this form.  

Because an FFL dealer is the only person in the transaction that understands the regulations and laws of the Buyer’s state/city etc.; I will only ship to an FFL License, and the FFL Holder will need to contact me and provide a copy of the license, or at least the license number prior to shipping.
All taxes, fees, insurance, customs and / or any other non-firearm specific regulations, related to the listing is the responsibility of the buyer or buyer’s representative
Thank you for your understanding and agreement.
Jim

Rifle Caliber: .30-06 Springfield
Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 1917

Price: $2,295.00