Can this be the correct Bolt ???

[rimfire]

My 1903 is a SA #1137597. it has a J5 bolt but it does have a straight handle. I have read that J5 bolts were made with straight and curved bolt handles.
Would my rifle be considered correct being above 1,000,000 with a J5 bolt and a straight handle???
Did straight handle bolts continue being used until supplies were exhausted???

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[John Beard]

My 1903 is a SA #1137597. it has a J5 bolt but it does have a straight handle. I have read that J5 bolts were made with straight and curved bolt handles.
Would my rifle be considered correct being above 1,000,000 with a J5 bolt and a straight handle???
Did straight handle bolts continue being used until supplies were exhausted???

Your rifle should correctly have a curved handle bolt marked "J 5" beneath the safety lug. The likelihood that a straight handle bolt was originally fitted to your rifle is extremely small. But, I cannot rule out the possibility.

Hope this helps.

J.B.

p.s.,

If your rifle is not a Mark I rifle, you might be surprised to learn what you have!

[Rick the Librarian]

I'll bet I know what he has, too!!

[Bobinmich]

Don't keep us in suspense! Thanks!

[rimfire]

Thanks for the info John I am amazed at your knowledge and always look forward to reading your posts. Thanks for clearing this up!

[Mike D]

If your rifle is not a Mark I rifle, you might be surprised to learn what you have!

OK, I'm guessing. Possible Philippine constabulary rifle?

You spill your beans too, Rick!

[John Beard]

I respect my elders. I'll let Rick go first.

J.B.

[emmagee1917]

Rifles made in the MK1 range but without the cutout. Very rare , limited production , we just covered them here not too long ago. Was it for shooting teams or match rifles for civilian sales ? Can't recall and I can't find the thread.
Chris

[rimfire]

This rifle is in Mark 1 serial number range but does not have a cutout nor any other Mark 1 parts..........Dave

[Rick the Librarian]

I respect my elders. I'll let Rick go first.

J.B.

Nope ... I've run out of bore cleaner!!