I have come into possession of a US Springfield Armory Model 1903 with serial #685XXX. On the barrel by the front sight are the letters RA, below which is a flaming bomb and under that is the date 1-42. The wrist is straight with no pistol grip. I see cartouche marks of SA. On the top of the butt stock is the number 1087. I have been told that in Springfields with serial numbers under 800,000 the heat treatment was improper and asa result I should never shoot this weapon. Can anyone tell me where to find out about this issue and where to find out about this particular rifle? According to one of the serial number stickies on the site, this piece was made in 1917. Any guidance is greatly appreciated.
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