Offered here is a desirable World War I-era Eddystone U.S. Model of 1917 Enfield bolt-action military rifle chambered in .30-06 Springfield, serial number 491872, manufactured approximately April 1918 by the Remington Arms Company of Delaware at its Eddystone, Pennsylvania, facility. Produced for the United States military during the First World War, the M1917 was among the most widely issued American service rifles of the conflict, recognized for its exceptionally robust Mauser-style action, receiver-mounted aperture sight, and reputation for accuracy and reliability. This example features a 26-inch barrel, full-length military hardwood furniture, and the distinctive protective rear sight ears characteristic of the M1917 design. The bore retains well-defined rifling with scattered light surface pitting. The metal surfaces exhibit an attractive aged military finish with scattered finish thinning and losses along raised edges and high-contact areas, consistent with age and military use. The hardwood stock remains complete and in good overall condition for its age, displaying scattered handling marks, scratches, and impressions consistent with military issue and use. Mechanically, the bolt action operates smoothly and properly. Accompanying the rifle is a desirable period leather military sling marked "G&K 1918 J.L.R.," adding to its First World War collector appeal. Also included is a U.S. Model 1917 bayonet with grooved wooden grip panels and its military scabbard, both exhibiting scattered age-related wear and patina. Combining wartime Eddystone production, traditional American military rifle configuration, a 1918-dated leather sling, and an accompanying military bayonet, this M1917 represents an appealing example of one of the principal American infantry rifles of the First World War.

Barrel Length: 26 inches.

Bore Condition: Well-defined rifling with scattered light surface pitting.

Finish Condition: Aged military metal finish with scattered losses along edges and high-contact areas. Hardwood stock remains in good condition for its age, exhibiting handling marks, scratches, and impressions consistent with military issue and use.

Mechanical Condition: Action functions smoothly and properly.

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Make: Eddystone
Model: 1917
Year: 1918
Serial # - Firearms: 491872
Caliber: 30-06
Barrel Length: 26

• Make: Eddystone
• Model: 1917
• Year: 1918
• Serial # - Firearms: 491872
• Caliber: 30-06
• Barrel Length: 26