7-42 rem

[donki1967]

Hello,

I need some help, I have the opportunity to buy a Remington M1903 7-42 in average shape ,but homogenous.
What is your opinion about this bore?
Regards from France.

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[LJUTIC]

Heavily pitted, but if the price on the rifle is right you can always find a replacement barrel.

[WarPig1976]

It appears to be in typical shape. Mine shoots 2" on a good day. How's the crown would be my next question.

[donki1967]

it confirms my first impression.
I didn't get a proper picture of the crown, and a barrel replacement costs between 200-300 euro...and only lw barrels are easily available in France.

[supercub]

Although pitted/frosty, more important would be the throat and muzzle erosion measurements.

[Rick the Librarian]

Sounds like you are looking for a shooter - are the parts correct or a mixmaster?

[Chuckindenver]

find another example
if your in France...the cost to repair correctly would be more then the value of the rifle

[donki1967]

Yes I'm looking for a nice shooter, but rarely available...the whole rifle seems to be a true REM.
The serail number begins with 315xxxx (I can't give the full number, the rifle isn't mine)and the top of the bore is dated 7-42 with the flaming bomb.
The bolt is marked "R",but the left side of the stock is a bit damaged.
I will cancel my booking this evening.
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[Rick the Librarian]

The rifle is made up of later parts - a M1903A3 bolt and a later stamped trigger guard for starters. The barrel is correct/original.

[donki1967]

Thank you for the technical advice, I have canceled my buying option.
I think I must now wait for a long time to find what I'm looking for....
Regards