springfield 1903 mark 1

Springfield began work on creating a rifle that could handle higher loads around the turn of the 20th century. NICE SOLID WOOD WITH NO C, U.S. SPRINGFIELD Model 1903 .30-06 Caliber Bolt Action MILITARY Rifle C&R Infantry Rifle Made at the Springfield Armory Here we present a C&R U.S. Springfield Model 1903 Bolt Action I, This Springfield Armory U.S. Model 1903 is a right-hand bolt-action U.S. Military rifle in .30-06 Springfield. Add to Cart. In August 1918 he was transferred to the 83rd Division, 2nd Depots Signal School. Advanced . [18] However, during the late 1930s, it became apparent that, with the development of mortars, high-angle artillery, and the .50 caliber M2 Browning machine gun, the need for extreme long-range, rifle-caliber machine-gun fire was decreasing. *SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1903 RIFLE. In Army service, both the M1885 and M1895 6mm Lee were used in the SpanishAmerican War, along with the .30-40 Krag and the .45-70. The 12 month average price is $990.96 used. Although several cases of serious injury from receiver failure were documented, the U.S. Army never reported any fatalities. Many represent great value, and some, such as the author's, are incredibly accurate. Description. Comes with 1913 dated M1905 bayonet & scabbard. In 1926, after experiencing the effect of long-range German 7.9257mm rifle and machine gun fire during the war, the U.S. Army adopted the heavy, 174-grain, boat-tail bullet for its .30-06 cartridge, standardized as Cartridge, Ball, caliber 30, M1. Gen. Croziers offices. Other features of the M1903, such as high-grade walnut stocks with finger grooves, were replaced with less expensive but serviceable substitutes. A blade front sight and an adjustable tangent rear sight. Comes with a vintage scope. The butt stock is a smooth grip hardwood straight grip with a storage compartment that includes spare bolt parts. 1 and No. Extra shipping cost of $3.00. As a result of damage caused by the fire No. Toward the end of the war, Springfield turned out the Model 1903 Mark I. Label on stock. 1907 CAL. The receiver is fitted with the correct Pedersen Device magazine cut-off and screw. Pl, Another great item from Gainesville Pawn! 30. The 1903 adoption of the M1903 was preceded by nearly 30 years of struggle and politics, using lessons learned from the recently adopted KragJrgensen and contemporary German Mauser Gewehr 98 bolt-action rifles. The two main problems usually cited with the Krag were its slow-to-load magazine and its inability to handle higher chamber pressures for high-velocity rounds. Nice/clean sporter, and was wondering if the MARK 1 designation makes this rifle more valuable than a standard 1903? SN 104750. The story of the first M1903 assembled by Springfield Armory is a fascinating one, against all odds the rifle was initially purchased by President Taft and found its way into active service and across the Atlantic to war. Fifty-six years after the war had ended and hed last seen his rifle, Mr. Wallace permitted Mr. Lynaugh to hold the rifle and a photograph of the reunion was taken.Letter from Colonel Schull, Superintendent of Springfield Armory requesting the Office of Chief of Ordnance in Wash., D.C., forward U.S. Rifle No. $750 for a 1903 Springfield with the Pederson cut is a pretty good deal for around here, anyways. It has a later 1903A3 Remington marked bolt assembly. I inherited the gun in 1996 from my father, a WW2 veteran. Serial number- 1168952. However, some front-line infantry units in both the U.S. Army and Marine Corps retained M1903s as infantry rifles beyond that date and continued to use them alongside the M1 Garand until the end of the war in 1945. The Mark 1 is similar to the original 1903 with the exception that it was cut to accept the Pederson Device. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1903 MILITARY RIFLES These were produced from 1907 to 1945. Made circa 1925. Offered for sale is an extremely nice Springfield 1903 A1 NATIONAL MATCH rifle - all original- all correct- as NICE as YOU WILL EVER GET!!! Cal 30-06. Some say it's fine to shoot and others do not recommend it due to the old SHT bolt. The "U.S. Rifle, Caliber .30, Model of 1903," better-known as the M1903 Springfield, has become one of the most popular U.S. military small arms to collect. Also drilled/tapped for receiver sight. Original production rifles at Remington and Smith-Corona had a dark gray-black finish similar to the bluing of late World War I. The overall condition of this firearm is very good, with some minor signs of w, ".30-06 Caliber with a 24" barrel.Absolutely beautiful gun done by master gunmaker Robert G. Owen. The change was made at approximately serial number 800,000 for rifles made at Springfield Armory and at serial number 285,507 at Rock Island Arsenal. SEDGLEY USMC BARREL DATED 9-42. It has a 24-inch barrel. F, Custom Springfield Armory 1903 Action Sporting Rifle .257 Roberts caliber Receiver manufactured in 1907 Custom rifle based on the 1903 action (one of the strongest actions) Left hand, This Springfield Sporing rifle has a Remington 1903 action and barrel. Springfield was sure enough that the Model 1901 prototype would be accepted that they began making some parts, but it was not accepted and further changes were asked for. *1903 SPRINGFIELD HOFFER THOMSON TRAINING. The company made its humble start in 1963in Gussago, Italywhen Giuseppe Pietta made a commitment to produce guns as authentic and true-to-original as possible. This transfer from the 49th Infantry also corroborates Lynaughs suggestion that his M1903 marked with the serial No. Minimum price for the offer must be greater than 0% of the Product. A US Army board of investigation was commissioned as a direct result of both battles. 10:42 PM. I have been in the gun business continually since 1979 and pride myself on offering unique and desirable firearms to the collector, competitor, sportsman, and individuals interested in self-protection, and pride myself on completing my transactions as painlessly as possible for the buyer. This is one of the rifles built for the Pedersen semi-auto device. SN 616632. Cal. Springfield 1903. Desirable U.S. Springfield Armory 1903 Mark I Rifle Rig Complete with Pedersen Device, Magazine, Ammunition Cartridge Belt, Magazine Pouch, Canteen, Documentation and Bayonet Auction Date: May 7, 2017 Estimated Price: $ 20,000 - $ 35,000 Details A) Springfield 1903 Mark I Bolt Action Rifle Manufacturer: Springfield Armory U.S. Model: 1903 Mark I Higher serial numbers are said to be "double-heat-treated".[15]. help identify the markings? After the U.S. military's experience with the Mauser rifle in the 1898 SpanishAmerican War, authorities decided to adopt a stronger Mauser-derived bolt-action design equipped with a charger- or stripper clip-loaded box magazine. I am going to look at the rifle again tomorrow. 1 - 8 of 8 Posts RARE,U.S. HOFFER-THOMPSON MDL. *1903 SPRINGFIELD RIFLE. Bressler for such disposition as you may consider desirable.. FROM 1907 TO 1919. Post-war evaluation of the Pedersen Device determined that it served no practical purpose. Lynaugh arrived in France on July 30, and marched to Camp Pontanezen the next day. M1903 Mark 1 - Ejection port introduced for spent shell casings of Pedersen Device; produced in 101,775 total from 1918 to 1920; reworked to M1903 Standard after World War 1. PLEASE NOTE: The barrel has serious pitting inside and might need some repairs to be safe to fire. *1903 SPRINGFIELD RIFLE. Two stock screws. The stock has at least been refinished if not replaced. 1 rifle, Model of 1903 is this day returned, by express, with a new eyepiece, oiler and thong case in the butt as directed. Rifle number 55 was not yet ready to ship and Phipps acknowledged a letter dated the December 3, that requested the fitting of a civilian sight made by the Lyman Company. This new sightline also lengthened the sight radius.[40]. 1 | 303 British | No CC Fee, Creighton HW Creighton Springfield 03 35 Whelen, Springfield ~ Model 1903 ~ .30-06 Springfield, Springfield ~ 1903 Mark 1 ~ .30-06 Springfield, Yugoslavian M24/47 Mauser-Pattern | Clean | Matching | Teak | No CC Fee | $Reduced, Springfield Armory Model 1903 30-06 Springfield Rifle, SMITH-CORONA 03-A3 .30-06 SPRG. 80-year-old Frank Lynaugh poses with No. It was to incorporate improvements discovered during experimentation in the interim, most notably the use of pointed ammunition, first adopted by the French in the 1890s and later other countries. SN 1310579. 30 AUTO. REDUCED!! Rare NRA rifle in near excellent condition. The provenance the came with the rifle said it was Harry W. Creightons personal gun and it is the same he died of fatal h, This Springfield U.S. Model 1903 is a right-hand bolt-action U.S. Military rifle in .30-06 Springfield. Serial # 4079xxxUSPS priority mail is 70.00West Coast 120.00. 1 ever fired a shot in anger. Re-Barreled - Stk #C409, U.S. Springfield Model 1922 M2 Training Rifle **1925 Vintage**, U.S. SPRINGFIELD ARMORY MODEL1903 BOLT ACTION RIFLE SEDGLEY USMC 1942 BARREL, Springfield ~ Model 1903 Mark I ~ .30-06 Springfield, SPRINGFIELD ARMORY ~ 1903 ~ .22 LONG RIFLE, U.S. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1922 MILITARY M2 BOLT ACTION RIFLE 22LR, U.S. SPRINGFIELD Model 1903 .30-06 Caliber Bolt Action MILITARY Rifle C&R Infantry Rifle Made at the Springfield Armory, Springfield Rifle 03-A3 11-43 Date Unissued Mint, "Springfield M1903 rifle in .30-06 (R38310). 1 had been discovered at Camp Pontanezen in Brest, France (Archival Research Group). Description Serial. The Krag officially entered U.S. service in 1894, only to be replaced nine years later by the M1903. 1 M1903: Bolt: Heat LotBarrel: 4-09 SAStock: J inspected (stamped in the cutout well), Not Proof fired (no P stamp behind trigger guard). The U.S. M1903 and M1903A3 "Springfield" rifles are the greatest of all U.S. military issue bolt action rifles. Springfield 1903 rifle. [clarification needed]. This "short rifle" also eliminated the need of a shorter carbine for mounted troops or cavalry. To speed up production output, two-groove rifled barrels were adopted, and steel alloy specifications were relaxed under "war emergency steel" criteria for both rifle actions and barrels. The Pederson Device was a handgun in the shape of a 1903 bolt that would be inserted and loaded with 40 round magazines to increase the close range firepower of American troops. -Introduction of nickel steel at SN1275767. December 17, 2018 By Joseph von Benedikt. From its adoption in 1943 until the end of the war it was used extensively in every theater of operation by both the US Army and the USMC. [22] Other modifications included a new stamped cartridge follower; the rounded edges of the new design largely alleviated the "fourth-round jam" complaints of the earlier machined part. I would like to buy a rifle that has most of the original parts. This rifle will ship via FedEx Ground to the lower 48 for, Another great item from Gainesville Pawn! JROTC units use M1903s for regular and inter-school competition drills, including elaborate exhibition spinning routines. [23] By then, most American combat troops had been re-equipped with the M1 Garand. 24" S-C Barrel dated 10/43 12 3/4" LOP 8lbs 2oz Mfg. From there Mr. Lynaugh told the Springfield Daily News he sailed to Europe on the Queen of Italy and arrived in France with his M1903 rifle. The receivers were tested by Remington Arms and those that were deemed best, meaning those closest to design specifications were selected to become M1903A4's. It's a Springfield model 1903 mark 1 as the title says, serial 1064xxx. Scabbard is a Type III with brass e, Springfield 1898| 30-40 Krag | No CC Fee | $Reduced. We do know, however, that the two rifles were serial numbers 1 and 55. Included in the listing is the pictured Yugoslavian M24/47 rifle. A blade front sight and an adjustable tangent rear sight. After studying captured Spanish rifles, the United States adopted the United States Magazine Rifle, Caliber .30, Model of 1903. The Summerall Guards of The Citadel also use the M1903 Springfield for their silent drill performances. My M1903 Mark I is nearly black in color, with a green touch. The sights were also an area of concern, so the new improved Model 1904 sight was also added.[8][11]. I'm trying to find age of my Springfield 1903 Mark1 Sportier with serial number 1075861. The Spanish soldiers inflicted 1,400 casualties on the US in a matter of minutes. Accepted Payment Methods: Returns: No Returns The rifle has a 24" barrel and is in very good used condition. The M1903 rifle included a rear sight leaf that can be used to adjust for elevation and windage. 1 did travel across to France as his service rifle. 30-06. [17], In the 1920s and the 1930s, M1903s were delivered to US allies in Central America, such as Cuba, Costa Rica and Nicaragua. SKU: SPG-UPPER. Dickson wrote to the commanding officer of Springfield Armory, Lt. Cal. Original Model 1903 Mark I Rifles had a special receiver, stock, magazine cut-off, cut-off spindle, trigger and sear. (Archival Research Group). *1903 SPRINGFIELD RIFLE. .30 caliber, 24" barrel, S/N 1192902. [8] The U.S. Navy also continued to carry some stocks of M1903A3s on board ships for use as anti-mine rifles. Stock has no cracks, dings or scratches but has be, "Early production made in 1908. The M1903 Springfield rifle represented leapfrog technology. Cal 30-06. The MBA GyroJet pistols are unique and one of the most unconventional firearms ever produced. While Mr. Lynaughs accounts do not entirely match up with the paperwork attributed to the rifle, a number of elements of his recollections have been confirmed by our research. 30-06, Model 1903, is an American five-round magazine-fed, bolt-action service repeating rifle, used primarily during the first half of the 20th century. A lot of wartime M1903 Springfields were sporterized after the wars. We know from examining the rifle that No. Remington began production of the M1903 in September 1941, at serial number 3,000,000, using old tooling from the Rock Island Arsenal which had been in storage since 1919. Model: SPRINGFIELD 1903, 1903A1, 1903A4. This suggests that Lynaughs recollections are accurate and that M1903 serial No. Product #: 985010A. Cal. Nice and informative. The M1903A4 was a variation of the M1903A3. "Rare Springfield 1903 NRA .30-06 (R26941), SPRINGFIELD 1903 22 HOFFER-THOMPSON GALLERY RIFLE, Custom Springfield Armory 1903 Action .257 Roberts Caliber Sporting Rifle S/N 288595XX, "Custom NRA 1903 Springfield Rifle 30-06 (R32369), Springfield Custom Rifle 30.06 Caliber Bolt Action, "Beautiful Kornbrath Engraved R. G. Owen Springfield 1903 Bot Action Rifle (R28700), "Springfield 1903A1 National Match .30-06 (R25402). The magazine has a black parkerized finish. I am thinking about purchasing a Springfield 1903 Mark 1 rifle with the Petersen cutout. 4 MK 1. This device utilized a low velocity, .30 caliber cartridge designed by Pedersen. Of the approximately 1,536,300 Springfield Model 1903 receivers which were serialized from start to finish (1903 -1940), Mark I rifles account for a minimum of 6.62% and a maximum 10.63%. Come with Weaver V9-1 scope. Most milled parts made by Remington were marked with an "R".[23]. They do list the serial range for the Mark 1 as being: 93,3045 to 118,6358 so a span of 253,313 numbers with yours a little more than half way . Presented for sale, you will find a Lee-Enfield No. Hopefully I'm adding something useful by posting photos of my Mark I receiver. 30-06 Bolt Action Rifle. The new American cartridge was designated Cartridge, Ball, Caliber .30, Model of 1906. The very early rifles are almost indistinguishable from 1919-made Rock Island rifles. However, the M1903 remained in service as a standard issue infantry rifle during World War II, since the U.S. entered the war without sufficient M1 rifles to arm all troops. Here is a work of art from master gunsmith HW Creighton of Nashville TN. The vast majority of the museums collection was damaged in the fire, on Oct. 14, The Boston Globe reported that the fire had been caused by a hot-gas explosion on the second floor of the museum but did not elaborate further. The right side is marked: "REMINGTON-BRIDGEPORT/PEDERSEN'S PATENT" in two lines above the cocking serrations. This Springfield Armory U.S. Model 1903 Mark 1 is a right-hand bolt-action U.S. Military rifle in .30-06 Springfield. This lot also includes a photocopy of the Ordnance Boards evaluation of this device in 1917/18, photocopies of the U.S. patent drawings of the Pedersen device. [16], Pyrometers were installed in December 1917 to accurately measure temperatures during the forging process. A total of 500,000 Pedersen Devices were eventually ordered from Remington Arms Co. About 65,000 devices had been delivered when WWI ended in November 1918. [15] Evidence also seems to suggest that improperly forged brass cartridge cases could have exacerbated receiver failure. The M1903 Mark I rifle had an oval ejection port in the left side of the receiver, special stock modified to accommodate the ejection port, special sear/trigger and modified magazine cut-off. The M1903 is the standard parade rifle of the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets, which has over six hundred M1903s, a very small percentage of which are still fireable. This is a rare example of a U.S. Springfield Armory 1903 Mark I rifle rig that includes the very rare 1918 Pedersen Device. Springfield Armory TAKEDOWN MANUAL GUIDE 1903 & A3 RIFLE (185) BuyItNow! - Free Online Library", FM 23-10 Basic Field Manual: U.S. Rifle Caliber .30, M1903, 20 September 1943, (1943) TM 9-270 U.S. Rifle, Cal. Springfield 1903 stock markings Could someone tell me what the markings on this 1903 stock mean? Thank you. SER# 3704164. Mark 1 rifles had a cutout on the left side of the receiver for the ejection of spent .32 cartridges. 1 was re-barreled in April 1909 (Courtesy of the Friends of the Springfield Armory NHS). As you observed, it broke short off as soon as hit with even moderate violence. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. His concept was to provide rifle-equipped infantryman with a weapon that produced a high volume of semi-automatic fire in the assault but retained the capability of providing long range firepower of a standard infantry rifle. Would you agree? Preparations for production of the M1903 had begun. Serial number- 1168952. In 1977, the Army located a rather large cache of unissued M1903A3 rifles which were demilitarized and then issued to JROTC units as a replacement for their previously issued M1 Garand and M14 rifles, which were then returned to Army custody due to concerns about potential break-ins at high school JROTC armories. There were four main variants given official nomenclature, though there are a number of important sub-variants: There are two main other types, various training types, and competition versions such as the National Match types. Please look at the images carefully. Following then-current trends in service rifles, the barrel was shortened to 24 inches after it was discovered that a longer barrel offered no appreciable ballistic advantage, and the shorter barrel was lighter and easier to handle. In April 1931, 64,873, Pedersen Devices and 60 million rounds of ammunition were destroyed. It comes with an original Redfield wide view Illuminator 3-9X scope. Cal. Ernest Hemingway used an M1903 to shoot big game, including lions, on his first African safari in 1933. SER# 1223523. They recommended replacement of the Krag. Consulting with the First Division Museum, located in Wheaton, Ill., they have advised that they have no record of a Frank C. Lynaugh in their muster rolls for personnel serving in the AEF during World War I. Presented for sale, you will find a Yugoslavian M24/47 Mauser-Pattern rifle. It has a 24-inch barrel. The Pederson Device was engineered to allow the rifle to . USING THE 1903 SPRINGFIELD AS A BASE. The M1903 Springfield was designed in response to American combat experience during the Spanish American War. The Mark 1 denotes that this rifle was compatible with the secret Pedersen Device, a secret weapon that converted the 1903 to a semi-auto pistol caliber rifle. Due to its balance, the M1903 is still popular with various military drill teams and color guards, most notably the U.S. Army Drill Team. Title. The article closes out with Mr. Lynaugh propositioning Mr. Wallace, if you ever want to sell it, will you let me know . As most can conclude, it was not for sale and likely never will be. The earliest guns are marked O, Guns Listing ID: 528302Manufacturer: Springfield Armory Importer: Springfield Armory Model: 1903 Sporterized Type: Rifle Action Type: Bolt Action Caliber / Gauge: .30-06 Springfield Finish: Black Barr, "Springfield 1903A1 National Match .30-06 caliber rifle. Description. Rifle itself is a 851*** serial number Springfield, rebarreled with an SA barrel dated 8/42. Documentation is invaluable, but it sometimes creates more questions than answers. 226 Williams Ln. Springfield Model 1903 (M1903) Bolt-Action Service Rifle / Sniper Rifle [ 1903 ] . [citation needed] The Warner & Swasey Model 1913 musket sight continued to see service after the Pancho Villa Expedition and during World War I but was eventually deemed inadequate and was removed from the US Army's inventory by the 1920s. While the Colt Model 601 was the first AR-15 to be mass-produced, there were several design variations that came before during the platform's development. It has a 24-inch barrel. If you'll read my reply above, I believe it answered most of your questions. The story of the first M1903 produced by Springfield Armory is a little different and it is a mystery as to how it entered the U.S. Armys inventory for issue.Some Technical Information on Springfield Armorys Serial No. From an examination of Muster Rolls we know that by June 1918, he had been promoted to sergeant when he transferred from the 49th Infantrys E Company to the regiments Headquarters Company. Cal. Iconic rifles like the M1903 Springfield were produced in the millions and these rifles remain in service today in a ceremonial capacity for their exceptional balance and accuracy. This bolt has an "S" mark on the safety lug which I believe means that it is an old bolt and single heat treated. Again, I am thinking about buying the gun but I am trying to do my best to confirm it is the real deal. If you think my pricing is too high, I have no problem with you purchasing elseware. What is a 1903 Springfield Mark 1? [22][32][33] The USMC and the US Army would eventually switch to a large 8x scope that spanned the length of the rifle designed by John Unertl. Rifles US Springfield Variants Springfield MARK | 443 | 21 | Lc | 78.1587ms. While the dates of movements dont match exactly, Mr. Lynaugh can be forgiven slight discrepancies. wood, checkered metal buttplate, Tasco 3-9 X variable scope, Redfield mts., sling swivels, exc. With Pedersen Device, marked on the device on the left side U.S.A. 1918 Mark I, S/N 6164. The stock and handguard are both fine with a nice dark brown matching color overall showing minor handling marks and light wear on the finger grooves from use and handling. It also required a modification to the receiver of the Springfield rifle, resulting in the 'Mark 1' rifle. The guns were developed in the 1960s by Robert Mainhardt and Art Biehl through their joint company MB Associates. Our Price: $14.99. Up for sale is a Springfield Model 1903. Its travels only serve to amplify its significance and importance as an artifact which gives us a window into the history of the M1903 and the U.S. Army. The Lee rifle's detachable box magazine was invented by James Paris Lee, and was very influential on later rifle designs. S/N 1.172.9XX with barrel date 2-20. The M1903 was first used in combat during the Philippine-American War, and it was officially adopted by the United States as the standard infantry rifle on June 19, 1903 . Anecdotal evidence at the time indicates that some of the rifles were fitted with Maxim suppressors, which would make them the first suppressed rifles used by the US military. 1) Springfield, *EXTREMELY RARE SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1903 BOLT. GOOD CONDITION. US Model 1903 Springfield Rifle Serial Number Ranges. Owing to the fact of this rifle having been used by the 1st Division and its low serial number, it has been forwarded to you by the Ordnance Sergeant, F.W. Most of the parts on the gun are springfield armory except the bolt (which is Remington)and the barrel which is listed as AV with the ordnance bomb and the 11-18 date . He further states that while training with a signal corps unit, the rifle was taken away from him and replaced with an M1917, and he was not pleased with the transition. It was in its restored condition that it was returned to display and that it had a final encounter with one of its earlier owners.Detail view of No. Stock is likely a replacement as it has no final inspector stamp on the left side.Rear Sights: Curved leg 7s (Springfield), Volley Notch, Small dished windage knob and dished elevation knob.T.C. The metal color has a dark green finish that has a slight satin shine. Bore is excellent. The cartouche and stock proof is visible but a little light. No cartouch stampings or anything else visible. Rifle, Caliber .30, Model of 1903, serial No. It has a 24-inch barrel. Colonel Phipps replied to Dickson on Dec. 9, 1903, noting that the No. Included in the listing is the pictured Springfield Model 1898. JROTC Color Guards still favor wooden stocks over fiberglass because of their weight characteristics and appearance. Only a slight olive tinge appears in the closeup photo on the upper edge. With a history and tradition of fine gun making behind them, the Manurhin series of Revolvers is truly world-class. The story does not end with the rifles restoration, however, as a recollection from a soldier who claimed to have been issued No. "Springfield U.S. 1903 .30-06 caliber rifle. Includes a surplus sling as well! 1 underwent the same alterations as many of the other M1903 rifles underwent before the war. As the already worn tooling began to wear beyond use Remington began seeking Army approval for a continuously increasing number of changes and simplifications to both speed up manufacture and improve performance. Although preferable to the burden of . For our fellow 1903 Springfield collectors, we occasionally have a nice selection of early and late model 1903's for your consideration. 55 had recently been sold to the Secretary of War William Howard Taft. Cal 30-06. The M1903 Springfield, officially the United States Rifle, Caliber .30-06, Model 1903, is an American five-round magazine-fed, bolt-action service repeating rifle, used primarily during the first half of the 20th century. [26] All M1903A3 rifles with two-groove "war emergency" barrels were shipped with a printed notation stating that the reduction in rifling grooves did not affect accuracy. The M1905 rear sight was calibated to match the trajectory of M1906 service ammunition and offers several sighting options. Her archival expertise in personnel records at National Archives in St. Louis, Mo., allowed us to track Sgt. 1 that the rifle found its way to a unit with the 1st Division. We do know, however, that Sergeant Lynaugh returned to the United States aboard the USS Frederick, departing the from Brest on Feb. 19, 1919, probably following another stay at Camp Pontanezen. The Model 1903 Mark I rifle was manufactured by Springfield Armory in 1918 and identified by special receiver markings and the oval ejection port in the left side of the receiver. What we do know, however, is that No. "SN:1309927. Model 1903 Springfield Rifle, Sight Covers.