Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present a quintessential WWII-era military bolt-action rifle for a penny-start auction; this is the Remington 03-A3.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Remington
Model: 03-A3
Serial: 3511727
Date of Manufacture: 1943
Caliber: .30-06 Springfield
Finish: Parkerized
Barrel Length: 24"
Optics/Sights: Blade Front with Removable Hood and Aperture-Type Peep Rear
Stock/Grips: Plain Walnut Stock
Action: Bolt-Action Rifle
Markings: Standard / The top of the receiver is stamped “U.S. / REMINGTON / MODEL 03-A3 / 3511727.” The top of the barrel behind the front is stamped “ RA / Flaming Bomb Ordnance Proof / 3 - 43.”
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Remington M1903A3 is a World War II–era U.S. military bolt-action service rifle produced by Remington Arms as part of America’s rapid wartime expansion of small-arms manufacturing. Introduced in 1942, the M1903A3 was a simplified and modernized version of the earlier M1903 and M1903A1, designed to streamline production while maintaining battlefield effectiveness. Chambered in .30-06 Springfield, it featured stamped components in place of milled parts, a parkerized finish, and a redesigned rear aperture sight mounted on the receiver, providing a longer sight radius and faster target acquisition. These updates allowed Remington to produce large quantities quickly while preserving the rifle’s proven reliability, accuracy, and durability.
Model: 03-A3
Serial: 3511727
Date of Manufacture: 1943
Caliber: .30-06 Springfield
Finish: Parkerized
Barrel Length: 24"
Optics/Sights: Blade Front with Removable Hood and Aperture-Type Peep Rear
Stock/Grips: Plain Walnut Stock
Action: Bolt-Action Rifle
Markings: Standard / The top of the receiver is stamped “U.S. / REMINGTON / MODEL 03-A3 / 3511727.” The top of the barrel behind the front is stamped “ RA / Flaming Bomb Ordnance Proof / 3 - 43.”
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Remington M1903A3 is a World War II–era U.S. military bolt-action service rifle produced by Remington Arms as part of America’s rapid wartime expansion of small-arms manufacturing. Introduced in 1942, the M1903A3 was a simplified and modernized version of the earlier M1903 and M1903A1, designed to streamline production while maintaining battlefield effectiveness. Chambered in .30-06 Springfield, it featured stamped components in place of milled parts, a parkerized finish, and a redesigned rear aperture sight mounted on the receiver, providing a longer sight radius and faster target acquisition. These updates allowed Remington to produce large quantities quickly while preserving the rifle’s proven reliability, accuracy, and durability.
In service, the M1903A3 earned a reputation for ruggedness, consistent accuracy, and dependable operation under harsh combat conditions. While semi-automatic rifles like the M1 Garand became the primary U.S. infantry arm, the M1903A3 remained widely used for training, sniper roles, and by support troops throughout the war and into the postwar period. Its strong action and excellent barrel quality made it highly respected among marksmen, and surplus examples later gained popularity in civilian competition and sporting conversions. Today, the Remington M1903A3 is valued by collectors and historians as a significant piece of American military history, representing the balance between traditional craftsmanship and wartime industrial efficiency.
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.
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
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
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Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
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.
Additional Details
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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1156647301 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-03-01 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
925 |
SoldOutTime: |
2026-03-01 16:19:59 |
