Correct Bolt for Model 1903 N.B.A. Sporter

[John Beard]

The buyer is mistaken. Your rifle has its correct original bolt. The J 5 bolt originally appeared in the 1918-19 period and the steel lot code was stamped beneath the safety lug, not atop the handle. The J 5 bolt then re-appeared in the 1926-28 period, but the steel lot code was stamped atop the handle and the lettering font was different. Your bolt exhibits the correct location and lettering font for the 1926-28 period. The "R" is a subinspection mark and has no relationship with Remington. Follow the link.

J 5 Bolt steel lot code

Stay safe!

J.B.