1903 Springfield replacement barrel and parts?

I'm a new member who is not a collector, but who is intersted in military rifles. I have a 1903 Springfield which I came into some years ago and put to the back of the safe. Someone had started to "sporterize" it, but, thankfully, didn't get too far along with that travesty. The stock was trashed, and some of the metal parts were gone.

I have obtained a replacement stock and all of the missing metal parts, and the rifle looks good, but the barrel is shot out. I'd love to get my hands on a good quality replacement barrel. Can anyone point me in the right direction?

Thanks.

Phantom Phlyer

What serial number range? What type of stock and handguard do you have? Photos would help.

The serial number is: 1371xxx.

I put it into a new manufacture C stock (because I like that contour - as I said, I'm not a collector) and a new upper handguard.

I don't currently have any photos, as I am a complete Luddite with regard to digital photography and its computer interface. My wife has a digital camera, however, and I'll see what I can do about learning the ropes.

Here's an example of what you might expect in acquiring a barrel. I sold one dated 11-30 with both sights, and a muzzle wear of 2.0 for $366.50 on auction.

The serial number is: 1371xxx.

I put it into a new production C stock because I like that configuration, and used a new issue upper handguard which I purchased on-line.

I don't have any photos because I am a complete Luddite regarding digital photography and its computer interface, but my wife has a digital cmaera, and I'll see what I can do about learning.

Phantom Phlyer

You should be able to find a decent GI barrel for less than $200. But installation could cost more than $100. Hard to find someone close that is reputable.

Try Chuckindenver for barrel and install.

If you're not a collector, just watch out for a 1942 barrel from Springfield, they tend to be the cheapest. If possible, try to get one with a front and rear sight base installed. Trying to install the rear sight base can be another headache.

The CMP has new Criterion '03 and '03-A3 barrels for sale at their e-store. $189 apiece.

What is your current barrel date? Have you tried to handload some 150gr. M2 GI-style bullets? Download them and shoot a match. Good luck. You may not need a new barrel.

unless they have cured the rear sight base issue,.the new barrels available from the CMP wont eccept a rear sight base.

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Originally Posted by chuckindenver

unless they have cured the rear sight base issue,.the new barrels available from the CMP wont eccept a rear sight base.

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What's the issue?? I was looking at one as well.

a standard 03 rear sight base wont fit the barrel, and they need to be turned,
not sure if they fixed the issue as of yet..