Mr. Lynaugh died in 1981 at the age of 87. Desirable U.S. Springfield Armory 1903 Mark I Rifle Rig Complete with Pedersen Device, Magazine, Ammunition Cartridge Belt, Magazine Pouch, Canteen, Documentation and Bayonet Auction Date: May 7, 2017 Estimated Price: $ 20,000 - $ 35,000 Details A) Springfield 1903 Mark I Bolt Action Rifle Manufacturer: Springfield Armory U.S. Model: 1903 Mark I CALIBER 30-06. This device was a magazine of sorts, that . Customer experience was, and still is, the primary focus, a key to the firms longevity and success. Hi, I'm new to the forums but after trying to research my Springfield 1903 I am confused as to the history of the gun. Hoffman Arms Co. Springfield 30-06 GI#: 102229978 4 Mk. He has published multiple articles and has assisted several museums with adding provenance to their military artifacts using primary data from the National Archives. The guns were developed in the 1960s by Robert Mainhardt and Art Biehl through their joint company MB Associates. 80-year-old Frank Lynaugh poses with No. Many failures were attributed to use of incorrect cartridges, such as the 7.9257mm Mauser. SOLD FOR: $1275 LSB#: 210915DS12 Make: Springfield Armory Model: 1903 Mark I. Guns Listing ID: 704830Wood is in excellent condition. It's in great condition. He has written for numerous publications and recently published his first book, he founded historicalfirearms.infoand co-founded armourersbench.com a multimedia project examining the history of some of the worlds most interesting and important firearms.Additional Reading:Shedding New Light on the "Air Service" Springfield M1903. For our fellow 1903 Springfield collectors, we occasionally have a nice selection of early and late model 1903's for your consideration. The rest of the metal is excellent. [26] All M1903A3 rifles with two-groove "war emergency" barrels were shipped with a printed notation stating that the reduction in rifling grooves did not affect accuracy. SEDGLEY USMC BARREL DATED 9-42. I think it's still there though. REDUCED!! In August 1918 he was transferred to the 83rd Division, 2nd Depots Signal School. *1903 SPRINGFIELD RIFLE. SN 616632. The United States Army attempted to introduce a higher-velocity cartridge in 1899 for the existing Krags, but its single locking lug on the bolt could not withstand the extra chamber pressure. The Mark 1 is similar to the original 1903 with the exception that it was cut to accept the Pederson Device. [28], The M1903 and the M1903A3 rifles were used in combat alongside the M1 Garand by the US military during World War II and saw extensive use and action in the hands of US troops in Europe, North Africa, and the Pacific. The standard set of improvements were made, including the removal of the rifles rod bayonet, a new front sight and a new bayonet boss and nose cap was fitted. Description. The butt stock is a smooth grip hardwood straight grip with a storage compartment that includes spare bolt parts. LOT OF 19TH CENTURY TO EARLY 20TH CENTURY LOT OF 19TH CENTURY TO EARLY 20TH CENTURY SLINGS AND BELTS. This is a mint (totally restored rifle by Miltec.and includes a wood crate, 1903, MARK 1 rifle. SN 1018552. The story of the first M1903 assembled by Springfield Armory is a fascinating one, against all odds the rifle was initially purchased by President Taft and found its way into active service and across the Atlantic to war. I hate to ask but what it the value of one like this? Our thanks also to the Friends of the Springfield Armory NHS for the use of some of their photographs. Temperature control during forging was improved prior to Mark I production. [37], The M1903 rifles captured by the Germans were designated Gewehr 249(a).[38]. The "Springfield" as it came to be called, was actually a follow on from another beautifully-made arm, the .30-40 Krag Jorgensen. 1 - 8 of 8 Posts However, President Theodore Roosevelt objected to the design of the sliding rod-type bayonet used as being too flimsy for combat. The .30-06 Springfield M1906 service ammunition long-range performance was originally overstated. [citation needed] The Warner & Swasey Model 1913 musket sight continued to see service after the Pancho Villa Expedition and during World War I but was eventually deemed inadequate and was removed from the US Army's inventory by the 1920s. He subsequently underwent basic training with the 49th Infantry Regiment. Jul 9, 2017 #1/18 I recently bought a 1903 Mark I (high s/n) with a straight bolt. Originally Posted by Pete D. According to info in "The Springfield 1903 Rifles" (Brophy, 1985), the lowest serial number "observed having a bent bolt handle was number 1,137,255." (p.44) The change from straight bolt to the bent version occurred during the period 1918-1919. From 1906, the rifle was chambered to fire the .30 caliber M1906 cartridge (.30-06 cartridge), later the M1 (1926) and M2 ball (1938) rounds. The stock has at least been refinished if not replaced. My M1903 Mark I is nearly black in color, with a green touch. The stock does have a "P" with a circle around it so I believe that means it has been rebuilt. After demobilisation, M1917 Enfields became surplus and the 1903 resumed status as the standard issue US rifle. SN 1118575 is a Springfield 1903 MK 1 rifle built 10/19. The precision rear aperture sight was located too far from the eye for efficient use, and the narrow, unprotected front sight was both difficult to see in poor light and easily damaged. Look over the things we posted, make a list and go from there. It also required a modification to the receiver of the Springfield rifle, resulting in the 'Mark 1' rifle. [12], By the time of US entry into World War I, 843,239 M1903 rifles had been produced at Springfield Armory and Rock Island Arsenal. He introduced himself to the museums curator, Thomas Wallace, and informed him that he had been issued M1903 serial No. Required fields are marked *. A prototype rifle was produced in 1900; it was very similar to rifle No. The first floor was reserved for drafting and modeling quarters, while the second and third floors were reserved for the museums displays. A US Army board of investigation was commissioned as a direct result of both battles. It has a later 1903A3 Remington marked bolt assembly. Starting at $375. The bore of the rifle is 0.30inches (7.62mm) in diameter. *1903 SPRINGFIELD RIFLE. I am going to look at the rifle again tomorrow. . This lot also includes a photocopy of the Ordnance Boards evaluation of this device in 1917/18, photocopies of the U.S. patent drawings of the Pedersen device. 24" S-C Barrel dated 10/43 12 3/4" LOP 8lbs 2oz Mfg. SN 455321. On the right side Remington Bridgeport, Pedersons Patent Pending. Also, Can I check the bolt stamping number without taking the gun apart? RIAC believes that this website is accessible to the widest possible audience pursuant to the guidelines of the Americans with Disability Act. Click for more info Seller: Cabelas La Vista Area Code: 402 $1,699.99 NEW THIS WEEK! Original Model 1903 Mark I Rifles had a special receiver, stock, magazine cut-off, cut-off spindle, trigger and sear. I inherited the gun in 1996 from my father, a WW2 veteran. Mr. Lynaugh stated that he was issued the rifle in Syracuse, N.Y., and that it was still covered in Cosmoline when he received it. Accepted Payment Methods: Returns: No Returns If you think my pricing is too high, I have no problem with you purchasing elseware. Warner-Swasey WWI Rifle Scope and Case, c. Model 1903 Springfield Twenty-round Box Magazine, - World War I Army recruiting poster- Men, *LOT OF THREE SPRINGFIELDS. Manufactured in 1930. Navy Boot camp dummy trainer during early WW2 when rifle shortage for front line troops. M1903 Mark 1 - Ejection port introduced for spent shell casings of Pedersen Device; produced in 101,775 total from 1918 to 1920; reworked to M1903 Standard after World War 1. Up for sale is a Smith Corona Model 1903-A3. SPORTER ***SALE PENDING***, Mauser Model of 1908 German 1944 | $Reduced, WW2 EARLY PRODUCTION REMINGTON U.S. MODEL 03-A3 BOLT ACTION .30-06 CAL. From our research we know that he and his company arrived at Camp Merritt in November 1917 before moving from Camp Merritt to Camp Upton in July 1918. Training rounds for M 1903 Springfield rifle. *1903 SPRINGFIELD NATIONAL MATCH RIFLE. -Introduction of nickel steel at SN1275767. Some rifles were fitted with both the Warner & Swasey Model 1913 and 1908 "musket sights" during the campaign, "musket sights" being the vernacular at the time for telescopic sights. Just over 100 years ago, the M1903 revolutionized the way American hunters viewed rifles, converting an entire nation of single-shot and lever . Includes a surplus sling as well! Between 1903, when production began, and 1936, Springfield Armory turned out more than one million M1903 rifles with many modifications. Barrel is star gauged and dated 1937. During the 1898 war with Spain, the Mauser M1893 used by the Spanish Army gained a deadly reputation, particularly from the Battle of San Juan Hill, where 750 Spanish regulars significantly delayed the advance of 15,000 US troops armed with outclassed Springfield KragJrgensen bolt-action rifles and older single-shot Springfield trapdoor rifles. The carbon could be "burnt" out of the steel, producing a brittle receiver. Let us know what you found when you examine the rifle. The full box weighs 100lb (45kg). .30-06, #1407298, armory blue finish, walnut stock, original Lyman receiver sight, good sling, 01-(?)2. Serial number- 1168952. The M1903 Springfield was designed in response to American combat experience during the Spanish American War. 30-06. No Reserve. JROTC Color Guards still favor wooden stocks over fiberglass because of their weight characteristics and appearance. 30. A huge number of American soldiers passed through Camp Potanezen, built just a few miles from the port of Brest, through which nearly 800,000 troops arrived in France. The barrels were also selected specifically to be added to the M1903A4 rifle only if they were within almost exact specifications for the design. [22] Barrel specifications were, in general, unchanged between the M1903A3 and M1903A4, however, the War Department did start installing barrels with 2 groove rifling instead of 4 groove, despite the lack of clear changes from the 4 groove rifling that was the standard up until 1942.[31]. - Introduction of nickel steel at SN319921. While Mr. Lynaughs accounts do not entirely match up with the paperwork attributed to the rifle, a number of elements of his recollections have been confirmed by our research. Offered for sale is an extremely nice Springfield 1903 A1 NATIONAL MATCH rifle - all original- all correct- as NICE as YOU WILL EVER GET!!! We do know, however, that the two rifles were serial numbers 1 and 55. Cal 30-06. Springfield Armory Model 1903 Mark I 30/06 Springfield Armory Model 1903 Mark I 30/06 cal sn: Slotted for Pederson device, arsenal refinish, BBL dated 5-44 by H.S., very good to excellent, wood *SPRINGFIELD ARMORY MODEL 1903 "T" RIFLE. In 1938, the US Army reverted to a .30-06 cartridge with a 152-grain flat-base bullet, now termed "M2 ball", for all rifles and machine guns. We do know, however, that Sergeant Lynaugh returned to the United States aboard the USS Frederick, departing the from Brest on Feb. 19, 1919, probably following another stay at Camp Pontanezen. Values are derived from many years of collecting and selling firearms, watching internet and forum classified sales, employment experience at a nationally renowned auction house, and stack upon stacks of auction catalogues. The Pedersen device is good condition with traces of a dark black finish showing light pitting overall, except for the cocking device on top, which retains no finish and the end cap, which retains 90% of a dark parkerized finish. Springfield 1903A3 Barrel Band. Serial # 4079xxxUSPS priority mail is 70.00West Coast 120.00. Rifle will be reassembled. [22], World War II saw new production of the Springfield at private manufacturers such as the Remington Arms and Smith-Corona Typewriter companies. Presented for sale, you will find a Lee-Enfield No. Copyright 2023 National Rifle Association, Women On Target Instructional Shooting Clinics, Volunteer At The Great American Outdoor Show, Marion P. Hammer Women Of Distinction Award, Women's Wildlife Management / Conservation Scholarship, National Youth Shooting Sports Cooperative Program, National Parks Service at Springfield Armory National Historic Site, Springfield Armory National Historic Site Museum, Shedding New Light on the "Air Service" Springfield M1903, Shedding New Light on the Air Service Springfield M1903, The Springfield & Colt Model 1911 Hybrid: A Result Of WWI Production Issues, Book Review: Vickers Guide: World War II Germany, Vol. . This corresponds with the ship Lynaugh mentioned in his interview with the Springfield Daily News. With Pedersen Device, marked on the device on the left side U.S.A. 1918 Mark I, S/N 6164. "Rare Springfield 1903 NRA .30-06 caliber rifle. What is a 1903 Springfield Mark 1? It was made by Savage. Cal 30-06. There is quite a bit of pitting on the exterior of the receiver, but the inside is clean. In the cablegram mentioned above written by Col. Ramsey in 1919, it states that M1903 serial No. Toward the end of the war, Springfield turned out the Model 1903 Mark I. And again, as stated in the article, the values are my opinion, and other opinions are welcome. Click here for more information. GOOD CONDITION. Cal. 1 on the receiver. hand lapped, m1903, national matches, springfield 1903, springfield 1903 barrel, vintage sniper match. 1, Model 1903 be forwarded to their museum (Archival Research Group). "Springfield U.S. 1903 .30-06 caliber rifle. The barrel date on this gun is 5-42. However, the leaf spring providing tension to the elevation adjustment on the new aperture sight tended to weaken with continued use over time, causing the rifle to lose its preset range elevation setting. "Rare Springfield 1903 NRA .30-06 (R26941), SPRINGFIELD 1903 22 HOFFER-THOMPSON GALLERY RIFLE, Custom Springfield Armory 1903 Action .257 Roberts Caliber Sporting Rifle S/N 288595XX, "Custom NRA 1903 Springfield Rifle 30-06 (R32369), Springfield Custom Rifle 30.06 Caliber Bolt Action, "Beautiful Kornbrath Engraved R. G. Owen Springfield 1903 Bot Action Rifle (R28700), "Springfield 1903A1 National Match .30-06 (R25402). Sadly, they had no knowledge of either and their connection to the former President.Close up of the rifles receiver, prominent serial number marking and rear sight (Andrew Schmidt Photography, LLC). 1 was in the Rod Bayonet configuration.Note that the rifles replacement stock, added after the original was destroyed by the 1931 museum fire, it has been inspected (denoted by J in the cutout), but has no final inspector stamp (Andrew Schmidt Photography, LLC). Her archival expertise in personnel records at National Archives in St. Louis, Mo., allowed us to track Sgt. But once again after 1919, we have another period with little documentary evidence. For sale is a Springfield Model 1903 bolt-action rifle in .30-06 SPRG. MFG. What should the discerning collector look for in a potential buy? BARREL IS MARKED SA 9-38. Each stripper clip contains five cartridges, and standard issue consisted of 12 clips carried in a cloth bandoleer. The Springfield remained in service for snipers (using the M1903A4), grenadiers (using a spigot type rifle 22 mm with the M1 grenade launcher] grenade launcher until the M7 grenade launcher was available for the M1 rifle in late 1943), and Marine scout sniper units. This gun was un issued and has never been fired. Early 1908 dated 03 with scarce 1909 bolo bayonet. He was finally discharged from the army on March 19, 1919, at Camp Devens, Mass. Following then-current trends in service rifles, the barrel was shortened to 24 inches after it was discovered that a longer barrel offered no appreciable ballistic advantage, and the shorter barrel was lighter and easier to handle. RIFLE. [10], All the rifles to that point consequently had to be re-tooled for a blade-type bayonet, called the "M1905". Bolo is 1910 dated with Springfield markings and flaming bomb. The M1918 device was designed by John Pedersen c. 1917 and was specifically designed to convert the 1903 bolt action rifle into a semi-automatic rifle by simply replacing the standard 1903 bolt with the Pedersen device and inserting one of the special magazines. SN 87402. The design itself is largely based on the Mauser M1893 and its successive models up to the Gewehr 98 rifle. His experiences during the safari is the subject of Green Hills of Africa, published in 1935. We have been lucky enough to be allowed access to the rifle, which is currently cared for and maintained by the National Parks Service at Springfield Armory National Historic Site in Springfield, Mass. Parts List Sort by: Show Available 0 Schematic w/ Parts List 1 Firing Pin Rod 2 Safety Lock 3 Bolt Sleeve Lock 4 Bolt Sleeve Lock Spring 5 Bolt Sleeve Lock Pin 6 Bolt Sleeve 7 It is somewhat unusual to find a World War I or early World War II M1903 with its original dated barrel. Taking a cue from the Mauser Gewehr 98, a large safety lug was added to the side of the bolt behind the extractor, which engaged the receiver bridge and prevented the bolt from moving rearwards. I sure would appreciate your help. This complete set consists of: 1) the Springfield M1903 Mark I rifle, 2) an original Pedersen Device (serial number 962), 3) an original Pedersen 40-round magazine, 4) one carton of 200 rounds of "CAL. Bids. 1 in 1917. *1903 SPRINGFIELD RIFLE. Cal 30-06. Title. U.S. M1903 Springfield was introduced and into production, the . When the leaf is raised its range slider can be adjusted to a maximum range of 2,850yd (2,606m). This receiver is fitted with a barrel manufactured in 1909. Although I'm not sure how he got it, it looks to be in relatively good . 1, both arrived and left France through Camp Pontanezen and the port of Brest. The U.S. M1903 and M1903A3 "Springfield" rifles are the greatest of all U.S. military issue bolt action rifles. SOLD - Springfield Model 1903 Rifle - WWI 1918 $1,195.00 Availability: Out of stock SKU 866581 - 10055 Next/Previous Description 8/19/19 - This is an original Springfield model 1903 rifle, made in 1918 for use during WW1. Model: SPRINGFIELD 1903, 1903A1, 1903A4. Its travels only serve to amplify its significance and importance as an artifact which gives us a window into the history of the M1903 and the U.S. Army. I don't know a bunch about US military rifles but they draw my interest due to the history. In 1926, after experiencing the effect of long-range German 7.9257mm rifle and machine gun fire during the war, the U.S. Army adopted the heavy, 174-grain, boat-tail bullet for its .30-06 cartridge, standardized as Cartridge, Ball, caliber 30, M1. The story of the first M1903 produced by Springfield Armory is a little different and it is a mystery as to how it entered the U.S. Armys inventory for issue.Some Technical Information on Springfield Armorys Serial No. Model 1903. A blade front sight and an adjustable tangent rear sight. Ernest Hemingway used an M1903 to shoot big game, including lions, on his first African safari in 1933. The Pederson Device was engineered to allow the rifle to . 30-06. First serial Number of each year. The Springfield Model 1901 prototype combined the cock-on-opening bolt, 30-inch barrel, magazine cutoff, stock and sights of the KragJrgensen with the dual locking lugs, external claw extractor, and staggered-column magazine of the Mauser M1893. It is also important to note that Dickson informs Phipps that one of the rifles, probably serial No. Single heat treat receiver, not safe to shoot, sold as a collectible only. Posts: 10. The Mark I Rifle was made with an ejection port cutout on the receiver. The US Marines were initially armed with M1903 rifles in early battles in the Pacific, such as the Battle of Guadalcanal, but the jungle battle environment generally favored self-loading rifles;[29] later Army units arriving to the island were armed with M1 Garands. Springfield 1903 MKI Mark 1 .30-06 rifle introduction 20,294 views Dec 15, 2010 51 Dislike Share Save jeffshootsstuff 6.98K subscribers A quick look at a 1903 Mark 1, with the. *1903 SPRINGFIELD RIFLE WITH BAYONET. Pre-war production utilized questionable metallurgy. Mr. Lynaugh was with the 49th Infantry, which was attached to the 83rd Depot Division. *1903 SPRINGFIELD RIFLE. In this case the wording of the letter does not make it explicitly clear which rifle Taft purchased, although the wording of the subsequent reply on Dec. 9 suggests it may have been 55. The M1903A4 was a variation of the M1903A3. A blade front sight and an adjustable tangent rear sight. 1903 rifles were manufactured in only 3 caliber's :22 caliber --303 Caliber and 30-06 caliber's . RIFLE, Springfield ~ 1903 NRA Sporter ~ .30-06 Springfield, Springfield 03/A3 30-06 cal. RIA PRODUCTION OF MODEL 1903 1903-1-7500 1904-7501-16000 1905-16001-28000 1906-28001-75000 1907-75001-130000 1908-130001-165000 1909-165001-178000 1910-178001-201000 4977. WOOD IS ALL SOLID. 1 (Andrew Schmidt Photography, LLC). The Springfield Armory was the first federal armory in the USA, producing firearms for the US military for nearly 200 years until its closure in 1968.