M1903 Springfield ??

[tch1717]

So , i have a question, my stepdad recently gave me a rifle that he has had forever (atleast since the 70's), he doesn't know alot about the history of it, but it's chambered in 30-06, and according to the research i 've done; it seems to be a sporterized M1903 . it has a shortened barrel, and an action that is smooth as silk and shoots like a dream. are these a common rifle ?, any info would be gretaly appreciated, thanks

 

[kevwat]

You have a sporterized 1903A3 made by either Smith Corona or Remington. Google is your friend

 

[collector67]

Looks like a nicely done sporter, not a hack job like you usually see. Bet she has some nasty recoil with that short barrel!

 

[tch1717]

Whoever did the sportier work on it, did an excellent job, and YES it does have a nice "thump" when you let it loose!! Lol

 

[Hitzy]

that's how to turn $1000 into $400....

 

[sunray]

"...these a common rifle?..." They are to the U.S. that the No. 4 Lee-Enfield is to Canada. Thousands of 'em 'sporterized' after both wars. It started out with a 22" barrel. That one is likely a commercial barrel.
"...Bet she has..." The time it takes for your ears to a stop ringing from the muzzle blast and noise negates any felt recoil.