1.4 million Springfield 1903

[P-07ShortLee]

Rick B. brings up an interesting question, since many spare (left over?) parts were used through the 1930's were any newly assembled 03's fitted with Mk1 stocks? I see them commonly on post WW1 rebuilds.

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[RCS]

Your cocking piece looks like it is from the 1903A3, you should be able to find a stock, they are still around !

[John Beard]

Rick B. brings up an interesting question, since many spare (left over?) parts were used through the 1930's were any newly assembled 03's fitted with Mk1 stocks? I see them commonly on post WW1 rebuilds.

No. Mark I stocks were not fitted to newly-assembled '03's during the 1930's.

Just about all WWI leftover parts had been used up by 1930.

J.B.

[pmclaine]

I have a fine checkered butt plate in nice shape. It was attached to a Springfield C-stock. I think on a previous install it had been on a straight stock or some stock with a smaller toe as the plate did not match up to the C stock, it had been shaved to match a smaller rifle butt. Attached is a picture of the plate mounted on my C-stock. You can see it is small. You can actually see a ghost line impression of the full size plate to judge how much of this plate has been shaved.



If this would fit your rifle correctly and you are interested it is available.

[pcaru1]

I have a fine checkered butt plate in nice shape. It was attached to a Springfield C-stock. I think on a previous install it had been on a straight stock or some stock with a smaller toe as the plate did not match up to the C stock, it had been shaved to match a smaller rifle butt. Attached is a picture of the plate mounted on my C-stock. You can see it is small. You can actually see a ghost line impression of the full size plate to judge how much of this plate has been shaved.

http://i1005.photobucket.com/albums/..._1903A1018.jpg

If this would fit your rifle correctly and you are interested it is available.

Sent IM

[pmclaine]

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[pcaru1]

Thanks to pmclaine for the buttplate!

I am having trouble locating a correct bolt sleeve and striker rod for this project. Anyone have info on parts availability? I picked up a sleeve and rod that looked correct (Sarco), but when I cleaned them off, they are both stamped with a R.

[JGaynor]

pcaru1, if i may make a couple of suggestions.
1. You may wish to try some of the smaller parts dealers like billricca.com who can offer more personalized service.
2. Gunshows usually have a few parts dealers as well so you can sort through things before you buy.
3. Online auctions are another possibility but make sure you get a "no questions asked" return privilege.
4. I don't know if GPC still has a retail counter but Sarco does and they are open on Saturdays.

Regards,

Jim