Looking at 1903A4 as next project. School me.

[Mike Haas]

As it states I just finished my no4mk1 T sniper rifle. Which is my fav but I kind of have an itch to start learning about these rifles and look for a real one. Let me know what to look for how to spot a fake etc. it's about time I finally add a US gun to my collection.
I've come across some things as far as the 2 groove vs 4 groove barrel years. Serial number on receiver off to the left side as to be read with the scope on the rifle. Should be parkerized over where the front sites should be. That's about all I've found so far so please teach me. This students ready to learn lol. Thx guys.

While its unlikely you will ever see one like this you might come close. This just starts your learning curve.

1903-A4 Remington UNISSUED rifle 8-43 barrel : WW1 & WW2 Collectibles at GunBroker.com