{"product_id":"u-s-rock-island-arsenal-model-1903-bolt-action-rifle-30-06-springfield-1918-receiver-1944-high-standard-barrel-augusta-arsenal-rebuild","title":"U.S. Model 1903 Springfield Rifle - Rock Island Arsenal  –  1918 Receiver","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"205\" data-end=\"550\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eOffered here is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"223\" data-end=\"280\"\u003eU.S. Rock Island Arsenal Model 1903 bolt-action rifle\u003c\/strong\u003e chambered in \u003cstrong data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"316\"\u003e.30-06 Springfield\u003c\/strong\u003e, built on a \u003cstrong data-start=\"329\" data-end=\"382\"\u003eRock Island Arsenal receiver manufactured in 1918\u003c\/strong\u003e. This rifle represents a classic example of a \u003cstrong data-start=\"429\" data-end=\"475\"\u003eWorld War II U.S. military arsenal rebuild\u003c\/strong\u003e, combining a World War I receiver with a later wartime replacement barrel.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"944\"\u003eThe receiver is correctly marked \u003cstrong data-start=\"585\" data-end=\"626\"\u003e\"U.S. Rock Island Arsenal Model 1903\"\u003c\/strong\u003e with serial number \u003cstrong data-start=\"646\" data-end=\"656\"\u003e311318\u003c\/strong\u003e, placing production during the latter part of World War I. During its military service life, the rifle was rebuilt at \u003cstrong data-start=\"775\" data-end=\"799\"\u003eAugusta Arsenal (AA)\u003c\/strong\u003e, as indicated by the stock cartouche. The stock also retains a \u003cstrong data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"889\"\u003ecircled \"P\" proof mark\u003c\/strong\u003e, confirming final proof firing after arsenal overhaul.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"946\" data-end=\"1356\"\u003eThe rifle is fitted with an original \u003cstrong data-start=\"983\" data-end=\"1005\"\u003eHigh Standard (HS)\u003c\/strong\u003e replacement barrel dated \u003cstrong data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1052\"\u003e3-44 (March 1944)\u003c\/strong\u003e. The barrel also bears the U.S. Ordnance \u003cstrong data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1110\"\u003eFlaming Bomb\u003c\/strong\u003e acceptance mark, confirming wartime military production. This combination of a 1918 Rock Island receiver and a 1944 High Standard barrel is entirely consistent with documented U.S. military refurbishment programs carried out during World War II.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1786\"\u003eMechanically, the rifle retains the desirable \u003cstrong data-start=\"1404\" data-end=\"1436\"\u003eModel 1903 ladder rear sight\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1441\" data-end=\"1465\"\u003estraight bolt handle\u003c\/strong\u003e configuration. The metal finish remains in very good military condition, while the walnut stock displays honest service wear, scattered handling marks, and inspection stamps consistent with long military use. The rifle has not been refinished and retains the appearance expected of a properly rebuilt U.S. service rifle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1788\" data-end=\"1939\"\u003eThe bore is a standout feature, exhibiting \u003cstrong data-start=\"1831\" data-end=\"1886\"\u003ebright, sharp rifling with strong lands and grooves\u003c\/strong\u003e, indicating excellent overall condition for its age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1941\" data-end=\"2201\"\u003eWhether for a collector of U.S. military arms or someone seeking an authentic arsenal-rebuilt Springfield, this rifle represents an excellent example of the transition from World War I service into World War II through the U.S. Army's official rebuild program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1yl5694\" data-start=\"2203\" data-end=\"2221\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2223\" data-end=\"2844\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1c80b\" data-start=\"2223\" data-end=\"2262\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2225\" data-end=\"2242\"\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rock Island Arsenal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kzrxcv\" data-start=\"2263\" data-end=\"2291\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2265\" data-end=\"2275\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e U.S. Model 1903\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1st31at\" data-start=\"2292\" data-end=\"2325\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2294\" data-end=\"2306\"\u003eCaliber:\u003c\/strong\u003e .30-06 Springfield\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ui43nr\" data-start=\"2326\" data-end=\"2351\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2328\" data-end=\"2339\"\u003eAction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bolt Action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"w5t5fh\" data-start=\"2352\" data-end=\"2388\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2354\" data-end=\"2372\"\u003eReceiver Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1918 Production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dfpgc5\" data-start=\"2389\" data-end=\"2437\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2391\" data-end=\"2402\"\u003eBarrel:\u003c\/strong\u003e High Standard (HS), dated \u003cstrong data-start=\"2429\" data-end=\"2437\"\u003e3-44\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1p4kmya\" data-start=\"2438\" data-end=\"2481\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2440\" data-end=\"2460\"\u003eArsenal Rebuild:\u003c\/strong\u003e Augusta Arsenal (AA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cd8oxd\" data-start=\"2482\" data-end=\"2532\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2484\" data-end=\"2499\"\u003eRear Sight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original Model 1903 ladder sight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1casd56\" data-start=\"2533\" data-end=\"2590\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2535\" data-end=\"2551\"\u003eFront Sight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blade front sight with protective ears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"q14ryv\" data-start=\"2591\" data-end=\"2684\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2593\" data-end=\"2603\"\u003eStock:\u003c\/strong\u003e Walnut military stock with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2631\" data-end=\"2637\"\u003eAA\u003c\/strong\u003e rebuild cartouche and circled \u003cstrong data-start=\"2668\" data-end=\"2673\"\u003eP\u003c\/strong\u003e proof mark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5j54oh\" data-start=\"2685\" data-end=\"2752\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2687\" data-end=\"2706\"\u003eBore Condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright bore with strong, well-defined rifling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zdvsb5\" data-start=\"2753\" data-end=\"2844\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2755\" data-end=\"2769\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honest military service wear consistent with age and arsenal refurbishment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2846\" data-end=\"3037\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThis rifle is an authentic U.S. military arsenal rebuild, preserving the historical evolution of the Model 1903 from its World War I origins through its continued service during World War II.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AAG CANADA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53404484534383,"sku":"NR000262","price":2250.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/1836\/6063\/files\/IMG_0560.jpg?v=1782414997","url":"https:\/\/aagcanada.ca\/products\/u-s-rock-island-arsenal-model-1903-bolt-action-rifle-30-06-springfield-1918-receiver-1944-high-standard-barrel-augusta-arsenal-rebuild","provider":"AAG CANADA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}