Value of SA model 1903 circa 1918

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I am trying to value my Springfield Armory "model 1903" bolt action rifle. I don't believe that it was re-blued due to the amount of grease I took off when I re-stocked it. New Boyd's stock, "Circa 1850" antique Danish oil finish.
Breech is marked "US Springfield Armory Model 1903" s/n 9766XX. Believe the barrel to be original install, since the barrel is marked "S A" (flaming bomb) 9 -18. The receiver markings are sharp & crisp, no pitting, and the blueing is VG.
The bore is a little dark, however the lands & grooves appear sharp, with no pitting. Still have the original stock but it would require a major refinish that I am not wanting to undertake. I have never fired this rifle or has the previous owner.
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Be careful if firing that Springfield. That is what is known as a "Low Number" Springfield. The "problem" with "Low Number" Springfields (below s/n 800,000) was improper heat treating to the receivers and some of them are quite brittle and there is a possibility of the rifle self-destructing if improper ammunition is fired. They are isolated cases but they do happen from time to time. Just an FYI to you.
Jon
 
Since this arm is in the 9oo,ooo serial number range it is high number action with the "double heat treat" .
 
musketjon said:
Be careful if firing that Springfield. That is what is known as a "Low Number" Springfield. The "problem" with "Low Number" Springfields (below s/n 800,000) was improper heat treating to the receivers and some of them are quite brittle and there is a possibility of the rifle self-destructing if improper ammunition is fired. They are isolated cases but they do happen from time to time. Just an FYI to you.
Jon
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Since when is 976,000 below 800,000? In my area value would be around $1000 with original stock if it is not too beat up. If you were thinking of selling you probably shouldn't have wasted the money on the Boyd's stock.
MY 2 CENTS.
 
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