SOLD - Remington Model 1903 Modified - 1942 Mfg

Description

4/15/24 - This is an excellent example of a hard-to-find and desirable Remington Model 1903 Modified rifle from 1942. This is a transitional model from the original 1903 to the 03-A3 as Remington looked to improve upon production speed. This particular example is in excellent condition with minor thinning along the bolt assembly and top of receiver. Original Remington parts throughout. Barrel date of February, 1942. Excellent stock with no cracks or chips. Period sling is included. Front sight has flaming bomb proof. Bore has pronounced rifling but notable frost and freckling throughout.

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From Bruce Canfield, some additional information and history on this model: https://www.americanrifleman.org/articles/2016/6/8/the-remington-m1903-rifles/#:~:text=The%20M1903%20%E2%80%9CModified%E2%80%9D%20(center,the%20'03A3%20and%20'03A4.&text=Remington%20was%20able%20to%20save,of%20the%20M1903A3%20rifle's%20receiver.