Quote Originally Posted by Clay View Post
Today I picked up a very nice Remington made 1903A3, 9-43 barrel date, serial number corresponds with this as well. This rifle came from an early DCM group according to the guy I bought it from.

The rifle appears to be 90% all original, with everything Remington marked, but the only thing Im not sure about is the stock and handguards.

I guess my question is what do I look for on the stock that might tip me off, AND more importantly, if I were to replace the stock with a correct one, what is the correct stock for a 09/1943 manufactured Remington made 1903A3?

thanks!
Clay
Clay,

Sadly, John Beardicon is 100% correct in every respect.

Original 03A3's were made up from a distinct mix of a distinctly known parked finish, and blued parts. The 03A3 you purchased is an assembly of parts that have all been through an arsenal rebuild and all parts refinished with a later park. You are correct that the stock probably came along later and the hand guard doesn't match it. They were most likely put together with the other parts at some time.

Regardless, it's not a collectable grade 03A3, but will make a great shooter if it's in good condition.

Was it sold to you as a collectable grade? Did you know the seller?