Can I shoot my Springfield 03A3?

**Gideon** · 11-19-2011 09:34 AM

I have just acquired a nice 03A3 made by Remingtom. It was made in 1943. Is it okay to shoot any 30 06 ammo in this gun? I have Hornady and Federal Premium ammo on hand.
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**Emri** · 11-19-2011 09:57 AM

If the rifle is in good condition and the headspace is OK, you can shoot any modern made factory ammo with confidence.

HTH,

Emri

**samnev** · 02-17-2012 01:01 PM

Originally Posted by Emri

If the rifle is in good condition and the headspace is OK, you can shoot any modern made factory ammo with confidence.

HTH,

Emri

Agreed, but I would have the head space checked as a precaution. Any competent gunsmith can do the job in a few minutes. Any commercially loaded 30-06 should be safe to fire.

**tazaroo** · 02-17-2012 07:19 PM

It's a bolt gun so shoot what you like!

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