Hello from the past! After a number of computer crashes and other problems, I'm back with some questions about my Remington 03 SN 3004295. I have spent 5 years restoring this rifle and have all the correct R marked parts and RLB stock but have questions about the bolt. The bolt is the original that came with the rifle which at the time had a scant stock indicating rebuild at some point in time. It is my understanding that the original configuration in November, 1941, it would have been issued with a blued or black bolt. The bolt body I have is a Remington with all marked R parts but the bolt looks like it was grey parked. Should I be looking for a blued bolt? What about the bolt parts? I have read that the original contract was to duplicate the 03 rifles using RI tooling from 1919. It is my understanding that Parkerization started late in WWI. My goal is to make this correct as when it was issued. Any help appreciated. Regards, Rick.
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