Lot 737: World War I Era U.S Springfield 1903 Rifle with Bayonet
World War I Era U.S Springfield Model 1903 Bolt Action Rifle with Bayonet
Auction Location: Bedford, TX
Auction Date: June 21, 2024
Lot 737: World War I Era U.S Springfield 1903 Rifle with Bayonet
World War I Era U.S Springfield Model 1903 Bolt Action Rifle with Bayonet
Auction Location: Bedford, TX
Auction Date: June 21, 2024
World War I Era U.S Springfield Model 1903 Bolt Action Rifle with Bayonet
Receiver manufactured in late 1918. "S.A/(flaming bomb)/11-18" marked barrel, "S" type stock with two reinforcing bolts, boxed "J.F.C." cartouche stamped on left wrist, "P" proof mark behind the trigger guard, high hump handguard, ladder rear sight with bright finished face and correctly lacking the volley notch (eliminated in late 1918), and "J5" marked bolt. Fitted with M1907 brown leather sling. Includes "1906" dated Springfield M1905 bayonet with "1906" dated Rock Island Arsenal leather scabbard with handwritten "V-1565", and oiler in butt compartment.
Very good, with original dull wartime blue finish, and some smooth gray and brown patina. Stock is also very good with scattered scratches and dents. Mechanically excellent. Bayonet and scabbard are fine.
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