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    Question 20 round magazine for a 1903 Springfield

    I have a 20 round magazine for a 1903 Springfield. This was the modification to the 1903 for use in observation aircraft. I would like to sell it. It is new in the original box and has the typewritten letter from the original vendor, who I believe was Bannerman. I am curious as to the current value of this magazine.
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    might try the for sale and wanted section....was made for Air service google it.. no many were actually used or made, more magazines then rifles for sure.
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    I noticed one sold on online auction recently for more than $200. It was complete with the plate that held the follower and spring in, but not the box.

    BTW these extension magazines increase the magazine capacity to 27 rounds.

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    25 rounds

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    I just saw two examples on a dealer's site yesterday. With box $695.00. Without box $500.00. Granted they are unsold, but perhaps they will still help in your valuation.

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    Here is one with the box that just sold on Gun broker for $531.89

    WW1 25rd Mag for the Springfield 1903 Rifle w/ Box : WW1 & WW2 Collectibles at GunBroker.com

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