Bolt Sleeve

[JGaynor]

The first thing to look for when selecting an 03A3 bolt sleeve is the manufacturer. Remington or Smith Corona

Remington sleeve will be marked with an "R" usually on the right side. most Remington sleeves have fairly distinct tool marks. Viewed from the right side for example they sweep down from 1'oclock to about 7 o'clock on the large flat sides. The profile of the safety tunnel is straight.

LC Smith and Corona Typewriter sleeves have distinctive scallops on the outside of the safety tunnel. LC S & C subcontracted or used satellite plaants to manufacture many components, Some sleeves are marked with a "G" (Groton, NY) and some are marked "BF" (Bonney Forge). There may well be others and possibly some sleeves are even unmarked. Hopefully some of the smith corona experts will weigh in.

Regards,

Jim