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    Springfield 1903 3 punch marks

    I know about the hardness test punch marks on 03's but I just picked up a 911136 sn Springfield 03 that has 3 of the marks below its serial number on the receiver. Was this one tested 3 times or is...
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    Having come from the Enfield world to the US arms...

    Having come from the Enfield world to the US arms world awhile ago myself, most of the stamps don't mean nearly as much nor tell as much with Enfields. Just enjoy and know you have a fine rifle!
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    Sent message, plus I saw another real close...

    Sent message, plus I saw another real close today. Guy on cmp forums just got a rack special fairly close to your Dad's. So the batch that cmp has right now had quite a few close ones. I'd suggest...
  4. Thread: a4 sporter?

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    Someone on gunbroker just got a sporterized late...

    Someone on gunbroker just got a sporterized late 1st block for $825 tonight. I was watching it but have so many projects right now.
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    I was going off of 2 recent auctions from a...

    I was going off of 2 recent auctions from a higher end reputable auction company. Both rifles were within 2k of my serial. Both of their rifles they stated were documented USMC. Not sure what...
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    SRS check on Springfield 03 with USMC traits

    Recently picked up another 03 and it has quite a few USMC traits along with it being within 2k sn of 2 documented USMC rifles. Could I get someone to take a look and see if this one shows or is near...
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    Sarco has the same scant stocks for $199. Just...

    Sarco has the same scant stocks for $199. Just did one on an a3.
  8. Correction it is S.P.L.

    Correction it is S.P.L.
  9. S.L.P. Cartouche on 1903 Mk1 finger groove stock

    Just picked up an excellent SA 1903. I know the stock isn't original to it as it's a 1.5 Mil. But what is interesting is the S.L.P. inspector cartouche. I can't find much on this inspector other than...
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    WTT: Cmp 1911 for 1903 variant

    I have a CMP 1911 that I bought off someone that is an extra in my collection. It is a fantastic looking and shooting example. 1918 dated M1911 colt frame without the scalloped cuts added. Ithaca...
  11. Thread: M1 Carbine

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    WTB: M1 Carbine

    Looking for a shooter grade USGI M1 Carbine. Mixmaster no issue. Just looking for reliable and good barrel.
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    I know it's not "correct" but I did rub Johnsons...

    I know it's not "correct" but I did rub Johnsons floor polish wax on one of my No.4's for hunting. It turned out great. Is slightly more grippy, protects the wood from rain and snow, and gives it a...
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    WTB: Enfield No.4 barrel

    Looking for an Enfield No.4 barrel in the original length that is in either great condition bore wise or a newly made Criterion or Lothar Walther. I have a No.4(T) project going and can't find a...
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    I haven't used 4895, but I use 3031 and 4064 with...

    I haven't used 4895, but I use 3031 and 4064 with success. 3031 is weird in all of my Enfields as in the charge doesn't really change the point of impact or size of the group. I've had up to a 4...
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    All 8 of mine haven't like 180's as much. 174...

    All 8 of mine haven't like 180's as much. 174 SMK's do well along with 150 grain Interlocks. Doesn't make sense to me as the 174's are boat tails, the 150's are flat based along with the 180's. I've...
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    Pictures!

    Pictures!
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    .303 British load with IMR 4064 SMLE No1

    I've reloaded for other calibers for years but I've never found such conflicting info as I have with .303 British. I look at one manual and the loads for IMR 4064 max out at the start loads in...
  18. Thread: Accuracy

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    It does have the tension spring and plunger....

    It does have the tension spring and plunger. Draws are good as this was an unissued Slazenger forend with copper lugs. I'm guessing it was a combination of the middle band tension and top handguard...
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    Havenot; not sure if it was your suggestion, but...

    Havenot; not sure if it was your suggestion, but I took my middle band spring out, opened it up slightly. I also took a little bit off the top handguard ears as they were touching very slightly. Well...
  20. Thread: Accuracy

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    Engineer blue. This Lithgow has the original...

    Engineer blue. This Lithgow has the original recoil plates so it's easier.
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    I haven't bedded it yet as I've just made sure...

    I haven't bedded it yet as I've just made sure it's set up properly essentially as issued being that it's mostly like new parts. I do have the following that I have used as resources, "Lee Enfield...
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    Other shooter has used it with the same effect....

    Other shooter has used it with the same effect. Both have used it in a lead sled with the same results. All shots being at 100 yds. No issues with any of my other Lee Enfields like this.
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    The Hornady I'm referring to is made by PCI...

    The Hornady I'm referring to is made by PCI utilizing the Hornady 150 grain .312 SST bullet and PPU brass, it is sold by Grafs and Sons.
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    Slugs at .3105 so she is real good there. I'm...

    Slugs at .3105 so she is real good there. I'm going to test a few areas with shimming and see what results I get.

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    I just took the rifle down and looked inside the...

    I just took the rifle down and looked inside the forend again. Appears to have proper contact in the receiver area, bushing is correct height/length, knox has correct amount of contact, barrel is not...
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