Remington M1903A3 .30-06 Bolt-Action Rifle, 24 inch Barrel, 1943 WWII, Parkerized Finish, RA 4-43 Barrel Marking
This 1943 Remington M1903A3 is a World War II-era service rifle with correct military features and clear U.S. Ordnance markings. The barrel is marked RA over the flaming bomb and dated 4-43, and the receiver is roll-marked "U.S. REMINGTON MODEL 03-A3." It retains its parkerized grey/green finish, controlled-round-feed action with a Mauser-style extractor, and the receiver-mounted aperture sight with micrometer windage and elevation adjustments.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are some wear marks and scuffs present, but overall it remains in great shape for a service rifle.
What’s Included
- Sling: Olive-drab web sling (installed)
Built by Remington in 1943, this M1903A3 reflects late-war configuration and markings. The 24 inch steel barrel is RA-marked with the U.S. Ordnance flaming bomb and a 4-43 date, and the receiver is correctly roll-marked for Remington production. The parkerized grey/green finish on the steel receiver and barrel matches the period.
The rifle retains its military sighting system: a receiver-mounted aperture rear sight with micrometer windage and elevation knobs under protective wings, paired with a pinned blade front sight on a banded base. Two barrel bands are present—the middle band with sling swivel, and the upper band with bayonet lug and stacking swivel—consistent with the model’s service configuration.
Its bolt-action system uses controlled-round feed via a Mauser-style extractor. Feeding is from a 5-round internal magazine designed for stripper-clip loading. The flag safety is positioned for straightforward operation at the rear of the bolt.
The full-length hardwood stock features a straight grip and an upper handguard. A checkered steel buttplate with a trapdoor provides storage for cleaning gear. Length of pull measures 13.0 inches, delivering a traditional military stock fit.