30-03 converted to 30-06

[whturner13]

I have a SA173767 rifle converted to 30-06 I believe, fitted with a no pin stock, concurrent with the period of conversion. It has what I believe is a period sling. (BTW, how would one describe such a rifle? rebuilt? remanufactured? Surely not a mixmaster?)
It is in very nice shape, the only defect is a nicely repaired stock crack (a reason for 2 pins?).
What should I look for to get further information on the possible history of this rifle. I have had my ankle replaced and will have some time available for a bit.

Cheers
Warren

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[Fred G.]

Warren, please post some pictures of your rifle.

[whturner13]

Hi Fred:

Promise not to laugh, but I couldn,t find the key to my display cabinet when I went to look at it. (really good security) I hadn't been in there since I had to quit going to the range because my ankle gave out.
But I will find it or get it picked. The other rifles I would also like to photograph for the record.

Cheers
Warren

[browningautorifle]

The rifle would be called a rebuild. Sounds like an honest rifle, the kind we all like to shoot. Yes, get skippy and drill that lock out...so we can see... Then lots of clear close pics.

[whturner13]

Hi Jim:

Don't know about shooting it considering the controversy about the low numbered Springfields. But I bought it because it encapsulated so much history:
Probably paid too much for it, but I would say it is pretty rare. Probably more so than my Mark I.

Cheers
Warren

[browningautorifle]

Now I see, a 1XX XXX series, I thought it was higher for some reason. Yes, a 30-03 rebuild would be very early numbered at that. Still we'll be looking forward to pics.

[Rick the Librarian]

While technically a "rebuild", such rifles you see today in this condition in most cases remained that after their overhaul in 1906-1910 and are considered "original". Obviously, not near the value had the rifle remained in 30-03, but still a very valuable piece of merchandise!!

Pictures, please!!

[whturner13]

Now I see, a 1XX XXX series, I thought it was higher for some reason

Thanks for the interest guys: The first thing I had better do is to confirm I copied the number on the rifle into my data base correctly!! Then see what kind of a photographer I am.

Cheers
Warren(13)

[browningautorifle]

confirm I copied the number on the rifle into my data base correctly

Not your fault. I read it quickly and incorrectly... Love to see it when time comes.

[whturner13]

Warren, please post some pictures of your rifle.

OK I am struggling with it though.

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