C.O. Loveland Rock Island Arsenal M1903 Sporterized .243 Win Bolt-Action Rifle, 27.5 in Barrel, Lyman Micrometer Receiver Sight, 5+1 Capacity (1919 Receiver)
This custom sporter is built by C.O. Loveland on a 1919 Rock Island Arsenal high-number U.S. Model 1903 receiver and chambered in .243 Winchester. It features a 27.5 in sporter-profile barrel marked "C.O. LOVELAND," a polished gloss blue/black finish, and a precise Lyman micrometer receiver aperture sight.
The rifle combines a classic M1903 action with quality sporter work and a well-executed walnut stock, delivering a refined, purpose-built configuration.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The wood shows scattered wear and small dents consistent with handling and use. The receiver ring shows two empty drilled-and-tapped holes; no scope mount is installed. The barrel surfaces remain in good condition with minimal wear.
What's Included
- C.O. Loveland Rock Island Arsenal M1903 sporterized bolt-action rifle in .243 Winchester
- Lyman micrometer receiver aperture sight (installed)
- No scope mount included or installed
Professionally Sporterized by C.O. Loveland. This build retains the robust U.S. Model 1903 action while converting it into a streamlined sporting rifle. The receiver ring is drilled and tapped with two holes, and the rifle uses an internal box magazine with a hinged floorplate for a 5+1 capacity.
The metal shows a polished gloss blue/black finish across the barreled action.
The barrel is a 27.5 in sporter profile and is marked "C.O. LOVELAND." There are no barrel-mounted open sights, keeping the sighting system focused on the receiver-mounted Lyman micrometer aperture sight. This setup provides fine adjustment capability from the left side of the receiver.
The bolt is polished bright and engine-turned, with a turned-down handle. Controls include the traditional wing safety and a magazine cut-off. The action maintains the dependable characteristics associated with the high-number Rock Island 1903 receiver.
The custom walnut sporter stock is configured for right-hand use and features a shadow-line cheekpiece. It is finished with a black grip cap and a black serrated buttplate, each set off by white-line spacers. Length of pull measures 13.5 in, offering a balanced fit in a classic sporter profile.