Nice rifle it should be a hoot to shoot! I too have always loved the look of an old 03 or 03A3 with Lyman or Redfield sights on them. I put a set of Lymans on an 03A3 that I have and it is a gas to shoot. Even with the GI barrel she holds an inch and 100 yds if I do my job and use decent ammo. Good luck with it.....Rick H.