Recently got this 1903A4 WWII sniper rifle at an auction. It wasn't identified as such, but the receiver markings indicated that it was one of the first batches of the A4 models. Now that I actually have it, I confirmed that it is an 03A4, with the correct and possibly original scope mount and bolt. The rings and scope are newer and unfortunately, it has been sporterized. Still trying to decide whether to try and bring it back from the "dark side"
The good news: The barrel is GI and uncut. Bore is a 2 groove, mirror sharp and gauges a "0" on the CMP muzzle gauge
The bad news: date and manufacturer, as well as the punch mark, it there ever was one, have been buffed off.
The floor plate is milled and has a release button and hinge.
Hard to see, but the scope mount is marked "redfield"
receiver markings, including the serial number are visible at both sides of the scope mount
The bolt has been polished and there is a letter "R" with a punch mark next to it on the underside of the handle. Nort sure if this an original A4 bolt or not. No safety lever.
