Magazine spring

[KarlKW]

An M1917 magazine spring has C-shaped bends and is marked "R", "E", or "W". An M'03-A3 magazine spring has U-shaped bends and is either marked "R" or is unmarked.

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J.B.

John, isn't it also true that the Remington "R" stamp on the M1917 spring has serifs, and the "R" for the M1903A3 spring does not? This has been my observation, in addition to the shapes of the "kinks." Thanks, and best regards, KarlKW

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[John Beard]

John, isn't it also true that the Remington "R" stamp on the M1917 spring has serifs, and the "R" for the M1903A3 spring does not? This has been my observation, in addition to the shapes of the "kinks." Thanks, and best regards, KarlKW

Yes! That is indeed true. Remington M1917 springs are marked with a large serifed "R" whereas Remington M'03-A3 springs are marked with a very small block "R". In addition to having C-shaped bends, Remington M1917 springs also have a rounded tip on the top end.

J.B.