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  1. 1903 Springfield Mark I - Cutoff Spindle Spring & Plunger Substitution

    I have been on the hunt the past few years to obtain the parts needed to return one of my 1903 Springfield Mark I rifles to proper Pedersen Device configuration. I have obtained all the parts minus...
  2. Rifle looks great! I just bought a Krag stock...

    Rifle looks great!

    I just bought a Krag stock from Prestigious — the stock was nowhere close to spec…. Lots of sanding is being nice LOL
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    Thanks!

    Thanks!
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    1903 Serial Number Lookup Request

    Hello — I am curious after seeing previous checks on the forum if my rifle numbers produce any additional history of service life:

    Springfield M1903 #383833

    Springfield M1903 Mark I #1059166 ...
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    Nice looking rifle!

    Nice looking rifle!
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    I thought so too, but in reality the process was...

    I thought so too, but in reality the process was improved for mass production by use of large tanks and steam chests — certainly slower than a modern bluing process, but still improved enough to...
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    They are beautiful rifles — RCS, is the previous...

    They are beautiful rifles — RCS, is the previous upper band hole from its original rod bayonet configuration? I believe the blotchy appearance is due to faded case hardening and oiled rust/patina—...
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    Finnish Restoration — 91/30 Barrel Needed

    I’m in the process of restoring a Finnish Mosin and would like to replace the barrel. New reproduction preferred, but excellent condition Mosin barrel works too.

    McGowen Precision Barrels makes...
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    Almost had me there — I am waiting for the M16...

    Almost had me there — I am waiting for the M16 variant.
  10. WTB: 1903 Mark I Cutoff & Spindle Spring with Plunger

    I am looking to purchase a 1903 Mark I Cutoff, spindle spring with plunger (I have the spindle).


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    Thanks!
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    P14/M1917 Rifle Production USA Videos

    Came across these on YouTube and thought I’d share - You may have already seen them before - P14/M1917 Rifle Production USA:

    1917 Enfield Rifles in final stages of production during WW I. HD Stock...
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    Value? Thanks for the link!

    Thanks for the link!
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    I bought the rifle and it’s on its way. The...

    I bought the rifle and it’s on its way. The rifle does have a “T” in the serial — photos below:

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    I was watching some YouTube videos on the UK...

    I was watching some YouTube videos on the UK trainer rifles last night — I agree it does appear to be a Lithgow. I understand Lithgow to be Australian, is that correct?

    Lance - i will let you...
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    The knowledge here is incredible — thank you so...

    The knowledge here is incredible — thank you so much Alan.
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    No.1 MK3 British Enfield Trainer, SMLE

    How common is the No.1 MK3 British Enfield Trainer, SMLE? I have a opportunity to purchase one that is in mint condition.

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    I sure did — learning new things everyday.

    I sure did — learning new things everyday.
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    Value? Yes, indeed, my century brain is not functioning...

    Yes, indeed, my century brain is not functioning - 1918 corrected.

    Very cool, I will check out the video.
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    Value? “…towards the end of production (fall of 2018?)”...

    “…towards the end of production (fall of 2018?)” is the statement (fall season being mid-September to mid-December) — not the literal end — that came January 9th, 2019 for Eddystone.

    I’d love to...
  20. Thread: 3GM-K Cartouche

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    I know its an old thread — but a lot of us are...

    I know its an old thread — but a lot of us are old timers and this discussion isn’t complete. Why, may you ask? Because I just picked up a M1917 with the 3GM-K stamp right over the AA stamp.
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    Glad you were able to find a NOS stock — I am...

    Glad you were able to find a NOS stock — I am definitely relieved I unwrapped mine now and it turned out good.
  22. Thread: EDDYSTONE 1917

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    Thanks Jim! I feel better now after paying as...

    Thanks Jim! I feel better now after paying as much as I did for my Eddystone.
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    Should be okay with the barrel - it’s...

    Should be okay with the barrel - it’s NOS/unissued.

    That is awesome information on the effects accuracy due to corrosive ammunition. If I understand correctly:

    1. Never fire a corrosive...
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    I stand corrected — I just got home and looked at...

    I stand corrected — I just got home and looked at the box. It’s actually 174 grain FMJ. So its what Alan really likes - close to the MkVII.

    A picture of the box is HERE
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    Those are exactly my thoughts on it too — how...

    Those are exactly my thoughts on it too — how long is too long for the wrap, it was coming up on 75 years and as you stated some areas were exposed. The butt plate needed some work for sure. ...
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