Remington M1903A3 .30-06 Bolt-Action Rifle, 1943 WWII Production, 24-Inch Barrel, Parkerized Finish
This Remington M1903A3 is a 1943 WWII-production rifle with the classic 24-inch barrel, parkerized finish, and correct U.S. military sighting system. It carries desirable U.S. ordnance markings, including an "RA" barrel stamp with flaming bomb and a circled "P" stock proof. The receiver ring is marked "U.S.
REMINGTON MODEL 03-A3," and it retains the full-length hardwood stock with upper handguard and a checkered steel buttplate with trap door. It is a clean, collectible example with the features and markings buyers look for in a wartime Remington 03-A3.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This rifle shows some mild to moderate scuffs, areas of finish wear, and patches of discoloration, but it remains in great shape overall.
What's Included
- Remington M1903A3 .30-06 bolt-action rifle
Manufactured in 1943, this M1903A3 is a WWII-era Remington with a forged steel receiver and a 24-inch barrel. It uses a controlled-round-feed bolt action and a 5-round internal box magazine. The receiver ring is marked "U.S. REMINGTON MODEL 03-A3," aligning with wartime production.
The rifle wears a parkerized/phosphate finish on the major steel components. Markings include an "RA" barrel stamp accompanied by the U.S. Ordnance flaming bomb near the muzzle and a circled "P" proof on the stock. Additional details include a bolt handle stamped "B&S 8" and a cocking-piece/safety area marked "READY."
Sighting is via a receiver-mounted aperture rear sight with windage and elevation adjustments and a front blade protected by wings. The stock is a full-length, straight-grip hardwood with an upper handguard and an oil-finished appearance. A checkered steel buttplate with a hinged trap door accommodates cleaning gear storage.
Field-ready hardware includes a front band with bayonet lug and stacking swivel, dual sling swivels, and a stamped trigger guard/floorplate assembly. The length of pull measures 13.0 inches, providing a classic military stock fit.