Running Man
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I came into possession of a Springfield Armory 1903 Mark I. The receiver is cut for the Peterson device. I would rate the condition as fair. I am trying to determine the value.
The serial number, 110xxxx puts the production in 1919. It was not used in WWI. The date on the barrel is 4/19, which means the barrel might be original to the receiver. The is an "A" stamped on the barrel below the date.
There is a single proof mark P stamped on the bottom of the stock behind the trigger guard. The initials of the inspector "FJA" are stamped on the left side of the stock above the trigger guard. My research indicates this was a Lt. Col. Frank J. Atwood. There are no arsenal rebuild stamps anywhere on the stock. The stock fore end does not have finger grooves.
The serial number is in the range that indicates that this rife is properly heat treated. It has a swept back bolt handle, indicating that the bolt is properly heat treated. This means that, assuming headspace is correct, it can be shot.
There is a chance this rifle is in original condition. My research indicates a wide range of values. I am hoping to get an idea as to the value of this rifle. Photos are attached.
The serial number, 110xxxx puts the production in 1919. It was not used in WWI. The date on the barrel is 4/19, which means the barrel might be original to the receiver. The is an "A" stamped on the barrel below the date.
There is a single proof mark P stamped on the bottom of the stock behind the trigger guard. The initials of the inspector "FJA" are stamped on the left side of the stock above the trigger guard. My research indicates this was a Lt. Col. Frank J. Atwood. There are no arsenal rebuild stamps anywhere on the stock. The stock fore end does not have finger grooves.
The serial number is in the range that indicates that this rife is properly heat treated. It has a swept back bolt handle, indicating that the bolt is properly heat treated. This means that, assuming headspace is correct, it can be shot.
There is a chance this rifle is in original condition. My research indicates a wide range of values. I am hoping to get an idea as to the value of this rifle. Photos are attached.