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I hope this is the place to ask this question. A shooter has offered to buy my 1903 so I'm asking the community the fair value. The stock is in excellent condition. I paid $200 last century ago so I'm sure it's worth more. I also have documentation dated 1949. I'll be happy to post other pictures if you require.
Given the condition and documentation shown in your photographs, I would not consider selling that 03 for less than $600-650 plus any S/H and FFL fees. Again given the condition, etc., I do not believe it could be replaced for less money. This in JMVHO. Sincerely. BruceV.
id say a bit more, a nice Remington in its original stock, with correct R marked metal will fetch a bit more. closer to 850.00 -1000.00
id have to see all the parts, bolt, trigger guard ect,
i see the stock still has the RLB Roy L Bowlins mark, that stock in itself would fetch 600.00 to the right guy.
Thanks BruceV and Chuck for your appraisals. Additional photos below.
does the trigger guard have an R stamped on the rear right side just behind the trigger loop, youll be able to see it just below the stock.
every part on that rifle should be marked R.
bayonet lug, bolt, safety sleeve, upper band, buttplate, rear sight. floor plate, follower, ect.
Ever part has an "R" except the butt plate. Thanks Chuck.Quote:
Originally Posted by chuckindenver
the buttplate will have it on the underside, youd have to remove the buttplate to see it,
as well for the lower swivle
This old soldier is being re-educated. Reading, Righting and Remington. Too many R's.Quote:
Originally Posted by chuckindenver
FWIW, I think Chuck is about right as far as what I'd sell it for. ($850 +)
But I wouldn't want to sell it! :(
I'm getting up in years and disposing of much of my collection. I know if my bride was left with my collection many would take advantage of her.Quote:
Originally Posted by cafdfw
Can't be an RLB as only the first 35 thou were so stamped and had the grasping groove stock. That said, if it has all Remington parts....no "buts" I wouldn't ask a dime under 1K with a nice bore and the documentation. I am still looking for a follower and buttplate marked cubby cover for my SN 3004295. Finding original Remingtons with no "buts" is real tough these days. Regards, Rick.
Personally, I would list it on Auction Arms, maybe with a $850 (very reasonable) starting price, and if you think it is worth more, make it a reserve style auction, along with the photos you have here, and see what price would prevail. Nothing like letting the market determine the actual value.
BTW, nice looking piece, would like it myself, but my bride would probably use it on me if I bought anything right now.
Sorry Rick, that is incorrect. The Boxed RLB came first, on grasping groove and non grasping groove S stocks, followed by unboxed RLB in two iterations... closely spaced RLB, and widely spaced R L B. RLB stocks can be found as late as 3220000 range, along with boxed Frank J Atwood starting to be observed in that range. I own original rifles from nearly start of production through 3190000 and all have RLB stocks.Quote:
Originally Posted by sakorick
I am not an expert gun appraiser, but I think you can get at least $1000-1200 for this 03 if you can find the right buyer. You may try gun broker or other outlets to compare prices. You don't find many of these at gun shows anymore, especially if its all original.I've been looking for a while. Best of luck. Rednedmd