Offered is a highly desirable Springfield Armory U.S. Model 1903 bolt-action rifle chambered in .30-06 Springfield, identified as a U.S. Marine Corps Match rifle. The rifle features an SA 8-42 marked barrel with a bright bore displaying sharp, reflective rifling, indicating excellent interior condition. The straight-grip stock remains in good condition with minor cosmetic marks and retains its military character, though no visible inspector cartouche or circled "P" acceptance mark is present. The rifle is accompanied by a later-made sling. Of particular collector interest, the receiver exhibits the distinctive Marine Corps punch mark, and the bolt has been electro-penciled with the rifle's serial number, both recognized characteristics associated with U.S. Marine Corps rebuilt and match-prepared rifles. The receiver serial number places this rifle in the late World War I-era production period, while the SA 8-42 barrel indicates a Springfield Armory barrel manufactured in August 1942. The finish remains in good condition with minor signs of use and handling, and the mechanical action functions smoothly with excellent operation.

U.S. Marine Corps Match rifles represent some of the most sought-after variants of the Springfield Model 1903. During the interwar period and throughout World War II, Marine Corps armorers carefully selected and rebuilt rifles for competitive marksmanship and precision shooting, often marking them with a punch mark on the receiver and electro-penciling the bolt to maintain it with its fitted receiver. These rifles are closely associated with the Marine Corps' legendary emphasis on rifle marksmanship and are prized by collectors for their historical significance and distinctive arsenal modifications. The combination of the Marine Corps punch mark, electro-penciled bolt, and later Springfield Armory barrel makes this an especially attractive example of a USMC Match rifle.

Barrel Length: 24 Inches

Bore Condition: Excellent, bright with sharp, reflective rifling

Matching Numbers: Bolt electro-penciled with rifle serial number

Finish Condition: Good, with minor signs of use and handling wear

Mechanical Condition: Excellent; action functions smoothly

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Make: Springfield Armory
Model: M1903
Year: 1919
Serial # - Firearms: 1027554
Caliber: 30-06

• Make: Springfield Armory
• Model: M1903
• Year: 1919
• Serial # - Firearms: 1027554
• Caliber: 30-06
• Estimate - Range: 1,800-2,000