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Difference between pre-war and post war C-stocks?
What are the things to look for in terms of size, shape, markings, etc? If anyone has a photo comparing the two or can refer me to a page in one of the reference books that compares them, I would appreciate it. Thanks!
John
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The pre-war stocks are slimmer and carry typical cartouches (presumably from 1929 on, when the C stock was adopted). ViShooter has a pic of the different type stocks at http://www.vishooter.net/m1903/1903_stockpic.jpg
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Originally Posted by
levallois
What are the things to look for in terms of size, shape, markings, etc? If anyone has a photo comparing the two or can refer me to a page in one of the reference books that compares them, I would appreciate it. Thanks!
John
Does the question relate to an M1903A1 or an M1903A4? The term "c stock" is sort of vague as it only refers to the general dimensions of the stock and the profile of the pistol grip. As you surmise there are a number of differences in various stocks made to the specification of the "C stock".
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Jim
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If you mean the pre-WWII stocks (and some WWII, as well) made by Springfield and those made during WWII by Keystone), the "small" of the stock is different, for starters. The stamp in the recess for the cutoff is an "S" for Springfield and a "K" (often upside down) for Keystone.
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I appreciate the replies! I am referring to the difference between the pre-WWII stocks and the WWII stocks for the 1903A1. I want to buy a 1930s era rifle and want to know what an original stock looks like. I think that you answered my question - Thanks!
John
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Keep in mind that pre-war Type C stocks were very rarely used on service rifles. They were mounted almost exclusively on National Match rifles.
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Pre-war C stocks...
Keep in mind that pre-war Type C stocks were very rarely used on service rifles. They were mounted almost exclusively on National Match rifles.
Hey Rick,
Do you know if the USMC got any pre-war "C" replacement stocks?
Lancebear
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Lancebear
Hey Rick,
Do you know if the USMC got any pre-war "C" replacement stocks?
Lancebear
I'm not Rick, but I can confirm that they did.
J.B.
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I'm not Rick, but I can confirm that they did.
J.B.
But when did they get them?
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Jim
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Originally Posted by
levallois
What are the things to look for in terms of size, shape, markings, etc? If anyone has a photo comparing the two or can refer me to a page in one of the reference books that compares them, I would appreciate it. Thanks!
John
The post war K stocks have a cut for 03a3 handguard rear retaining ring .The pre war stocks do not . The handguard on a 03 mounted under the rear sight base .If you mount a 03 in a a3 stock you will notice 2 notches in the stock in front of the receiver .Many prewar stocks have been butchered fitting a a3 in a 03 stock .
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