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Here is an '03 for you: http://www.wolverinesupplies.com/default.asp?Pg=8&do=3&mcid=18&scid=56&pid=712
There aren't many 1903's or 1903A3's, in decent condition, up here. For a 1903, the important part is the serial number. Springfield made rifles above 800,000 ad Rock Island made rifles above 285,507 are considered safe to shoot. Below those numbers, they aren't. Has to do with the heat treating in the factory. 1903A3's don't have this issue.
Wolverine's Mk I was made to accept the Pedersen Device(add-on that made the rifle into semi-auto with a bolt, mag and special cartridge. You won't find one.). There seems to be a perception that that makes them worth more. That one is in great condition though. You don't see many 1903's, of any mark, in that condition.
"...a Sharps carbine..." A real antique one or a modern re-pro? Shooter's Choice, in Waterloo, Ontario wants $1,320.00 for a Pedersoli reproduction, 1874, 22" barreled, cavalry carbine, in .45-70. Haven't a clue what a real one is worth.
Wolverine's Mk I was made to accept the Pedersen Device(add-on that made the rifle into semi-auto with a bolt, mag and special cartridge. You won't find one.). There seems to be a perception that that makes them worth more. That one is in great condition though. You don't see many 1903's, of any mark, in that condition.
"...a Sharps carbine..." A real antique one or a modern re-pro? Shooter's Choice, in Waterloo, Ontario wants $1,320.00 for a Pedersoli reproduction, 1874, 22" barreled, cavalry carbine, in .45-70. Haven't a clue what a real one is worth.
Bear in mind that the price Wolverine wants for the MarkI includes a $350 bayonet and $100 sling. This is real price for these accessories, not bargain basement trash talk price.
So, $1500 is a bit steep, I agree though only by about 300 to 400 dollars, this is a solid 1100 to 1200 dollar gun There were only a little over 101,000 MkI produced. If this gun has all the original MkI parts then it is a hell of a steal. Almost all of these guns were re-fitted with stanard sears and cut-offs, the Pedersen devise parts were removed. I have seen only one of these rifles with all it's correct parts and the guy was asking $2200 for it at a US gun show...it did not last the weekend.
There are a few M1903 here in Canada, and there are a few good one around. If you are looking for a shooter stick with the serial ranges sunray quoted. If you are considering a collectible gun, then don't pass on an early numbered gun...they are quite rare. Consider that a lot of earlier guns were re-fitted just prior to WW2, then re-issued to the troops.
As with any firearm in the collectible range, research is critical. Look it up on the net and do your research prior to seriuosly looking and buying one.
I have a few m1903's in the collection two of which are very early guns, pre 1914. They are a thing of beauty to behold.
Cheers
So, $1500 is a bit steep, I agree though only by about 300 to 400 dollars, this is a solid 1100 to 1200 dollar gun There were only a little over 101,000 MkI produced. If this gun has all the original MkI parts then it is a hell of a steal. Almost all of these guns were re-fitted with stanard sears and cut-offs, the Pedersen devise parts were removed. I have seen only one of these rifles with all it's correct parts and the guy was asking $2200 for it at a US gun show...it did not last the weekend.
There are a few M1903 here in Canada, and there are a few good one around. If you are looking for a shooter stick with the serial ranges sunray quoted. If you are considering a collectible gun, then don't pass on an early numbered gun...they are quite rare. Consider that a lot of earlier guns were re-fitted just prior to WW2, then re-issued to the troops.
As with any firearm in the collectible range, research is critical. Look it up on the net and do your research prior to seriuosly looking and buying one.
I have a few m1903's in the collection two of which are very early guns, pre 1914. They are a thing of beauty to behold.
Cheers
