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*SOLD* U.S. Springfield Armory 1903 .22 LR Blue 24" *M1922 CONVERSION EXAMPLE*
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
In 1919, under the direction of Maj. Julian S. Hatcher, with the cooperation of the National Rifle Association, worked on a newer .22 caliber gallery practice rifle. The goal was to provide an accurate smallbore rifle for school competitions and civilian rifle clubs and sell it to NRA members. The rifle was to be built on a modified 1903 Springfield action. It continued through several test models, with the final design standardized in 1922. It was called the Model of 19
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Feb 18th 2025