Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this WWII-era US military bolt-action rifle for a penny start auction, this is the Remington U.S. Model 1903-A3 (03-A3) chambered in .30-06 Springfield w/ 24" Remington Ordnance Barrel (Dated 8-43), Redfield Scope Base, Parkerized Finish & Green Web Sling.
Please Note This Example Will NOT Ship w/ a Bolt.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Remington Arms
Model: U.S. Model 03-A3 (1903-A3)
Serial: 3420686
Date of Manufacture: 1943 (WWII Production)
Caliber: .30-06 Springfield (.30-06 Gov't)
Finish: Factory Parkerized Steel Receiver, Barrel & Barrel Bands
Barrel Length: 24" Steel Ordnance Barrel Stamped 'R.A. / Flaming Bomb / 8-43'
Optics/Sights: Mounted Redfield Scope Mount Base (Receiver Tapped for Optics Integration)
Stock/Grips: Smooth American Walnut Military C-Stock/Sporter-Profile Stock w/ Sub-Inspector Stamps, Trapdoor Steel Buttplate & Green Canvas Web Sling
Action: Bolt-Action Repeating Military Rifle w/ Internal 5-Round Magazine & Magazine Cut-Off Switch
Markings: Receiver ring stamped "U.S. / REMINGTON / MODEL 03-A3" and serial "3420686"; barrel behind front sight band stamped "R.A. / [Flaming Bomb] / 8-43"; scope mount marked "REDFIELD"; magazine cut-off lever marked "OFF / ON"; stock underside stamped w/ circular sub-inspector proof marks.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Adopted in late 1942 to supplement M1 Garand production during the height of World War II, the U.S. Model 1903-A3 was designed by Remington Arms Company to simplify and accelerate manufacturing of the legendary Model 1903 Mauser-style bolt action. Utilizing stamped steel components, receiver ring roll-mark placement offset to remain visible under optics or sights, and precision manufacturing tolerances, the 03-A3 proved to be exceptionally rugged and accurate on every front of WWII. Featuring Remington's famous ordnance steel barrels and robust action locking, 1943-dated 03-A3 rifles remain cornerstone pieces of WWII military collection and vintage military match target shooting.
This specific example is an authentic 1943 WWII wartime production Remington U.S. Model 03-A3 bearing serial number 3420686. Chambered in quintessential .30-06 Springfield, it features an original 24-inch Remington ordnance barrel stamped "R.A. / [Flaming Bomb] / 8-43" indicating August 1943 assembly. The rifle displays a durable military green-gray Parkerized finish, smooth walnut military furniture bearing clear underside sub-inspector stamps, trapdoor buttplate, and a green canvas web sling. Prepared for optics integration or target shooting, it comes fitted w/ a solid Redfield scope base mounted over the receiver bridge. Preserved in clean military surplus condition w/ even Parkerizing, a bright reflective bore w/ strong rifling, and smooth bolt operation, this WWII Remington 03-A3 is a turn-key military service rifle ready for vintage benchrest target shooting or display in any WWII American arms collection.
Contents:
Model: U.S. Model 03-A3 (1903-A3)
Serial: 3420686
Date of Manufacture: 1943 (WWII Production)
Caliber: .30-06 Springfield (.30-06 Gov't)
Finish: Factory Parkerized Steel Receiver, Barrel & Barrel Bands
Barrel Length: 24" Steel Ordnance Barrel Stamped 'R.A. / Flaming Bomb / 8-43'
Optics/Sights: Mounted Redfield Scope Mount Base (Receiver Tapped for Optics Integration)
Stock/Grips: Smooth American Walnut Military C-Stock/Sporter-Profile Stock w/ Sub-Inspector Stamps, Trapdoor Steel Buttplate & Green Canvas Web Sling
Action: Bolt-Action Repeating Military Rifle w/ Internal 5-Round Magazine & Magazine Cut-Off Switch
Markings: Receiver ring stamped "U.S. / REMINGTON / MODEL 03-A3" and serial "3420686"; barrel behind front sight band stamped "R.A. / [Flaming Bomb] / 8-43"; scope mount marked "REDFIELD"; magazine cut-off lever marked "OFF / ON"; stock underside stamped w/ circular sub-inspector proof marks.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Adopted in late 1942 to supplement M1 Garand production during the height of World War II, the U.S. Model 1903-A3 was designed by Remington Arms Company to simplify and accelerate manufacturing of the legendary Model 1903 Mauser-style bolt action. Utilizing stamped steel components, receiver ring roll-mark placement offset to remain visible under optics or sights, and precision manufacturing tolerances, the 03-A3 proved to be exceptionally rugged and accurate on every front of WWII. Featuring Remington's famous ordnance steel barrels and robust action locking, 1943-dated 03-A3 rifles remain cornerstone pieces of WWII military collection and vintage military match target shooting.
This specific example is an authentic 1943 WWII wartime production Remington U.S. Model 03-A3 bearing serial number 3420686. Chambered in quintessential .30-06 Springfield, it features an original 24-inch Remington ordnance barrel stamped "R.A. / [Flaming Bomb] / 8-43" indicating August 1943 assembly. The rifle displays a durable military green-gray Parkerized finish, smooth walnut military furniture bearing clear underside sub-inspector stamps, trapdoor buttplate, and a green canvas web sling. Prepared for optics integration or target shooting, it comes fitted w/ a solid Redfield scope base mounted over the receiver bridge. Preserved in clean military surplus condition w/ even Parkerizing, a bright reflective bore w/ strong rifling, and smooth bolt operation, this WWII Remington 03-A3 is a turn-key military service rifle ready for vintage benchrest target shooting or display in any WWII American arms collection.
Contents:
This example will ship as shown w/ a mounted Redfield scope base and green canvas web sling. Rifle, optic mount, and sling as pictured; no original factory box or manual included.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1202920376 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-09-20 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
905 |
