Remington M1903A3 .30-06 Bolt-Action Rifle, 24 in. Barrel, WWII 1943, Parkerized, RA/FJA Marked, Matching Receiver/Barrel Dates
This World War II–era Remington M1903A3 stands out for its 1943 production, correct U.S. military markings, and receiver and barrel with matching dates. The stock bears the period-correct boxed FJA inspector stamp and Ordnance Wheel, while the barrel shows the Remington "R A" over the U.S. Ordnance flaming bomb with a 9-43 date. It retains the M1903A3 receiver-mounted aperture sight and a parkerized finish consistent with wartime configuration.
Markings and acceptance stamps enhance its authenticity: the receiver ring is marked "U.S. REMINGTON MODEL 03-A3," and the stock carries Remington acceptance cartouches, including the RA stock marking. The combination of correct WWII features, clean bore, and matching receiver/barrel dates makes this rifle an appealing, well-documented example of its type.
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: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The rifle shows minor, superficial scratches and blemishes. The receiver and barrel lettering have white paint fill, and the overall finish appears to have been redone, indicating a past refurbishment.
What’s Included
- Leather M1907-style rifle sling with 'MRT' marking, installed
Built by Remington in 1943, this M1903A3 reflects late-war production updates while preserving classic Springfield lineage. The receiver ring is marked "U.S. REMINGTON MODEL 03-A3," and the barrel is stamped "R A" over the U.S. Ordnance flaming bomb with a 9-43 date. The receiver and barrel show matching dates, aligning the rifle’s major components to the same period.
The stock features the correct wartime acceptance marks, including the boxed FJA inspector cartouche and the Ordnance Wheel, along with an RA stock marking. These markings, together with the U.S. Ordnance flaming bomb, support the rifle’s Remington WWII provenance.
Sighting equipment is the proper M1903A3 setup: a receiver-mounted aperture rear sight with protective ears, an elevation drum graduated 2–8, and a windage knob, paired with a front blade. The action includes a bolt-sleeve safety, a turned-down bolt handle, and a magazine cut-off lever marked ON/OFF.
Configuration remains true to U.S. service standards with a parkerized steel receiver and components, a 24 in. barrel, and a full-length walnut stock with oil finish and upper handguard. The stock includes sling swivels, and the front band is fitted with a bayonet lug. The internal 5-round magazine provides a 5+1 stated capacity, and the length of pull measures 13.0 inches.
Together, its WWII production date, matching receiver and barrel dates, correct inspector and ordnance cartouches, and proper M1903A3 features present a well-documented example. The installed M1907-style sling with 'MRT' marking complements the rifle’s period character.