Frankenrifle? Not sure, any help appreciated
Hi
I picked up an M1903 rifle at auction a few weeks ago. It was an add-on to an M1917 I wanted. It has an odd combination of parts which my research seems to indicate is barely plausible. Here's the info, any comments on which parts might potentially match would be appreciated. I validated most of this at vi-shooters, and my cursory research indicates during the 30s, there was a bunch of mix and match going on at the factories. I'm trying to figure out whether to shoot it or put it aside as a possible authentic rifle.
Springfield M1903
Stock- seems to be correct for SP. Non-grip. Stamp SA on buttstock. Faint stamp something JA under receiver.
Receiver- 1378xxx which seems to date it at 1931.
Bolt- I 7 stamped on safety lug. I don't think it's original as that would place it in 1915-16 and make it SHT.
Barrel- SA 4-22 plus Ordnance stamp
Right now I'm looking at this as a shooter once I replace the bolt. Is there any chance this particular combination (minus bolt I think) could be genuine?
