Gibbs 1903-A4

[garrettbragg12]

In my collection so far, I have a garand and carbine. My next step is a 1903 of done type, no specific preference. After looking around, the 1903-A4 clones made by Gibbs really caught my eye. I've read some reviews, but I'd really like to hear from you guys who have had hands on experience. Thanks!

 

 

M1/M3 Carbine: late '44 Inland

M1 Garand: late '44 Springfield

 

[Charlie Flick]

Garrett:

 

If you are looking for a single example of a M1903 rifle to fill out your collection I would suggest that you look for a M1903A3 by Remington or Smithi Corona. They are still easy to find in nice shape, won't break the bank, shoot well, and will always hold their value. I would be leery of buying a replica/reproduction such as a Gibbs. Such weapons often are difficult to sell when the time comes and I question whether the value is there. In other words, my advice would be to get the real deal rather than a not-real deal.

 

Regards,

Charlie Flick

[garrettbragg12]

Garrett:

 

If you are looking for a single example of a M1903 rifle to fill out your collection I would suggest that you look for a M1903A3 by Remington or Smithi Corona. They are still easy to find in nice shape, won't break the bank, shoot well, and will always hold their value. I would be leery of buying a replica/reproduction such as a Gibbs. Such weapons often are difficult to sell when the time comes and I question whether the value is there. In other words, my advice would be to get the real deal rather than a not-real deal.

 

Regards,

Charlie Flick

 

I appreciate the advice Charlie. And your points were some of my main concerns... A) quality and all my weapons are 100% USGI, so I was really Hesitant about buying a weapon with so many repro parts!

 

 

M1/M3 Carbine: late '44 Inland

M1 Garand: late '44 Springfield

 

[Big Al]

I think I read somewhere that Gibbs uses (or possibly used) rewelded drill rifle receivers. I have also read that the finish is not real parkerizing but some kind of paint. Sure they look like a million bucks, but if I were you, I would take Charlie's advice and get a real GI Springfield. You will not regret it.