Remington M1903 Springfield .30-06, WWII 12-42 RA-Barreled, Parkerized, Walnut S-Stock with Grasping Grooves, M1905 Ladder Sight, 24 in Barrel
This Remington M1903 Springfield is a WWII-era rifle with a barrel stamped RA over the flaming bomb over 12-42, identifying December 1942 Remington production. It represents the transitional late-1942 M1903 configuration prior to full 03A3 adoption, with correct barrel-mounted M1905 ladder sight, straight S-type walnut stock with grasping grooves, and R-marked small parts. The parkerized finish, crisp markings, and excellent bore condition make it a strong, collectible example of a wartime Remington build.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The rifle presents very well for its 1942 manufacture, with light exterior blemishes on the walnut stock consistent with careful handling and age.
What's Included
- Remington M1903 Springfield bolt-action rifle (.30-06) with 24 in barrel
- Barrel-mounted M1905 ladder rear sight
- Blade front sight with protective wings; front sight protector marked "U.S." with ordnance bomb
- Bayonet lug assembly with stacking and sling swivels
The RA over flaming bomb over 12-42 barrel stamp confirms December 1942 Remington production during WWII. Small parts are R-marked for Remington manufacture, and the rifle was built under the high-number receiver heat-treat regime. These features align with late-1942 Remington practices and provide clear, period-correct identification.
This rifle retains the transitional M1903 configuration seen just before the 03A3 was fully adopted. It features the barrel-mounted M1905 ladder rear sight and a blade front sight with protective wings, as well as a straight S-type walnut stock with grasping grooves. A circled P proof is present behind the trigger guard.
Hardware details include a bayonet lug assembly, stacking swivel, and sling swivels. The front sight protector is marked "U.S." with the ordnance bomb, and the parkerized finish is appropriate for the era. These components complement the rifle’s correct wartime configuration and markings.
The bore is clean with a mirror finish and sharp lands and grooves, supporting precise performance potential consistent with its excellent condition. A 24 in barrel, 5-round capacity, and a 13.0 in length of pull round out a classic service configuration made in the United States during WWII.