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M1903A4 Rifle stock question?


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Hey everyone. I’m interested in buying this rifle and I was wondering what yall think about it. Stock has no markings. Am I correct in understanding that replacement stocks were issued like this? I do not have my 1903 book. It’s in Nevada and I’m I California right now.  I’ll get more photos, but for now this is what I have. Thank you. 

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My buddy says there is a faint mark but can’t tell what it is. His first guess was a 1. But u believe it should be a S or K correct? He says there is definitely something there. 

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This is a close up of the recess. Looks like the top of a k? 

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The rifle itself looks good to me, as far as I know. Correct scope set up, correct 03a4 receiver markings. Don't buy it on my opinion though. Hopefully one of the 'perts will come along and chime in. Good luck!

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12 minutes ago, iron bender said:

The rifle itself looks good to me, as far as I know. Correct scope set up, correct 03a4 receiver markings. Don't buy it on my opinion though. Hopefully one of the 'perts will come along and chime in. Good luck!

You think the stock has a chance? 

Charlie Flick
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Without checking my research materials first my recollection is that the scant stock is a replacement.  As it came out of the Remington factory the 03A4 rifle had a C stock with full pistol grip.  The absence of any apparent markings is further evidence that the current stock is a replacement.

 

Regards,

Charlie

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I think it's impossible to tell. It's a really nice looking rig in my opinion. I'm to a point I judge GI guns by fit, finish and original parts. I want perfect wood to metal fit up (#1) and consistent original finish, regardless of the condition of the finish, and all parts to be original. I'd say most US martial firearms went through upgrades and refit since the beginning. I'm not saying the stock has a chance, but it is a WW2 era stock and fine for this rifle. I wouldn't be top auction price into this rifle for sure.

 

Take the above advice from Charlie. 

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Given the photos, what would you think a decent price is. The stock is a replacement for sure and that was told to me by the owner. I just want to make sure it’s a legit replacement. So far, we think it is. 

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!2-43 would be the correct barrel date for that receiver. Scant stock would be marked with a K

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35 minutes ago, 31b20 said:

!2-43 would be the correct barrel date for that receiver. Scant stock would be marked with a K

It does has a 12-43 barrel 

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