Bought a smith corona made 1903a3 through the dcm program back in 1962. The 1903a3 is a fairly large sized rifle caliber to start learning firearms basics with. Although not used for overseas combat duty in the same numbers as m1 rifles, or. Jan 29, 2017 how to quickly draw out of a tactical holster with world record shooter, jerry miculek 60fps duration. Smith corona model 1903a3 rifle, more items from cowans auctions springfield m1 garand rifle.
I recently came across this 1903a3 serial 4796773 in my dads attic while going through to throw away, its missing the complete bolt could anyone tell me where i could find one, the rifle is in pretty good shape very solid and heavy. While remington produced and used many 2 groove barrels, smith corona did not. Have no idea if parts were all original, but the parkerized finish looked fresh. On another forum to remain nameless a poster said that his grandfather acquired two cases of brandnew 1903a3 rifles back in the day. I bought the hardware from numrich, so it is mostly original issue, but a few pieces are new.
Shooting a smith corona 1903a3 at 100 yards youtube. Heritage inventory corona historic preservation society. Extremely accurate with plenty of barrel life left. The remington and smith corona m1903a3 rifles provided yeomanlike service to u. Smithcorona model 1903a3 springfield aug 1943 description.
I have a 1903a3 smith corona with a build date of january 1944. The wwi 1903 rifle and stocks are significantly different than the 1903a3 rifle. Smith corona m1903a3 serial number ranges 3,608,000 to 3,707,999 and 4,708,000 to 4,992,000. Smithcorona 1903a3 sniper rifle with scope and sling. Weapons gunsguns and ammosubmachine gunfire powersassault. This is a piece of history that should be appreciated. The finish on the rifle looks to be a cerakote type finish, not parkerizing. Jan 15, 2009 smith corna 1903a3 with ra barrel posted in m1903 springfield series of rifles ref. They were made by springfield in early 1942, and will be marked with a small s in the cutoff seat. Need help identifying parts on smith corona 03a3 archive. Feb 9, 2017 rare documented smith corona model 1903a3 national match rifle pictured in brophys springfield 1903 rifle book. Someone could outbid you in the final seconds of the auction if your max bid isnt high enough.
This article may feature affiliate links to amazon or other companies, and purchases made via these links may earn us a small commission at no additional cost to you. Wwii smith corona 1903a3 3006 sprg rifle sep 30, 2017. Another other thing is it sounds as if you are not very familiar with firearms. There are other problems in the values discussed in the books listings. The rifle is in great shape externally with no major issues besides the weak stamps on the wood stock. The 1903a3 rifle is noted for its nickel steel receiver and excellent combat sight. The model 1903 springfield rifle and its variations, 4th. Shortly thereafter remington began updating its tooling and equipment to accommodate the changes. Maybe in the 800 to dollar range if it is as nice as described. Otherwise there are no other distinguishing traits. I have for sale a smithcorona 1903a3 sporter in 3006. The m1903a3 was characterized by a rear receivermounted. Smith corona us model 1903a3, manufactured 1943, serial number 36652xx. All parts matching, barrel is 443, serial number is 3672999, stock number is 120, stock is f stamped, national match front sight, and 1907 sling.
For a book that covers the history of the m1903a3 along with the. I just purchased a sporterized smith corona m1903a3 from gunbroker. This item smith corona h series black correctable 63446 ribbon 2 pack by dataproducts speedy inks compatible printer ribbon cartridge replacement for smith corona 63446 black, 4pack combo pack smith corona h series correctable typewriter ribbon and liftoff correction cassette compatible premium quality replacement. A friend of mine has a 1903a3 made by smith corona. Up for sale is a smith corona 1903a3 sn 4802xxx this is an excellent conditional smith corona wonly one part thats marked r is on the front sling swivel. Standard receiver markings, with the curved r marked bolt, a redfield one piece mounting block numbered to match, and a lyman allweather alaskan 2. Value on a original smith and corona 1903a3 with paperwork. The m1903 springfield, formally the united states rifle, caliber. Is it even possible its unfired having being made in the middle of ww2. Sold smithcorona 1903 sporter 3006 carolina shooters. Here are some pictures, then well talk about sale pricetrades id be interested in. Interesting smith corona m1903a3 serial number cmp forums. Has williams iron sights, redfield scope base and a leupold 3x9 varix ii scope.
Remington began manufacture of model 1903 rifles in fall 1941. More and more everyday so make sure to turn on notifications to be notified as soon as new videos. The smith corona is a link between world war one production and world war two, and. My smith corona 1903a3 is missing the fja stamp gun hub. The book describes the smith corona 03a3 barrel as type 5, exactly the same as the remington produced barrel type 4 1st variation with the exception of stampings.
Initially, the new remington 03s were very similar to the rifles made at rock island arsenal in the late world war i period. You can no longer use the cmp price in comparison with 1903a3 and 1903 rifles given that the cmp does not have anymore and probably wont ever have more. If you add new ones, please try to find editions that are not modern scanned ones with boring covers. This wiki article hits some of the high spots of that history. Smith corona model 1903a3 rifle with original bayonet. Smith corona 03a3 i just came into a 1903a3 smith corona, that by the story, was a wwii, battle of the bulge vet, without any carts, all original parts and no rearmory stamps. If it was all original it would be worth much more. One that covers remingtons and smith corona rifles, even 1903s. The smith corona 1903a3 is a great recreational rifle with much to recommend.
The only cartouches on the stock are on the left side right passed the straight grip more central to the cheek side to the stock there is a og mark. This rifle was arsenal overhauled at springfield armory after wwii and has a gray, armory. No import or reb for sale by fernwood armory on gunsamerica. My plan is to clean the rifle throughly from stem to stern, i asked him if he minded me doing it and he said no. Well a good book for the money is canfields 03 springfield service rifle. The stock is correct for the period but finding a completely original 1903 or a3 is rare. It bears the reinspection stamps of elmer keith at ogden arsenal, but has not been rebuilt or overhauled in any way. My questions are, was this possibly a parade rifle at one time. This is an original smith corona model 1903a3 rifle from ww2. The early barrels from 1042 to 1142 were six groove. During the postwar years, the company worked to meet the challenge of the newest technology, the electric typewriter, which began to dominate the market in 1948.
The model 1903a3 national match rifle is pictured and described on pages 204205 of the springfield 1903 rifles by william s. Smith corona is an american manufacturer of thermal labels, direct thermal labels, and thermal ribbons used in warehouses for primarily barcode labels. It will be a good basis for a project after a little bit of custom work. Rare documented smith corona model 1903a3 national. The smith corona made 03a3s are much more scarce than the remington produced rifles, with smith corona making a total of 234,580 rifles versus remingtons total production of 707,629 rifles. Smooth stock, with ordnance stamp and csaa san antonio cartouche on the left side ahead of the wrist, a circled p on the pistol grip, and a green. Please enter a serial number and click the submit button. For remington this means a remington stock, barrel, floor plate and blued bolt. The stock is original with some light scuffs and normal dingsindents. This is a prime example of a hardtofind smithcorona 1903a3 springfield rifle in mint condition. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. If youre the high bidder in an auction when it closes, dont assume youre the final high bidder. It has all the markings but not the fja stamp on the stock.
Smith corona typewriter model serial number database. Stock with fja cartouche and circlep inspection at pistol grip. Excellent condition smith corona numbers matching 1903a3 military cartouche one barrel cmp stamp on stock. Jul 30, 2011 need some info on a smith corona 1903a3. Value on a original smith and corona 1903a3 with paperwork from. This all occurred before the 1903a3 was standardized, and early scant stocks will only fit on a 1903, and will not fit an 03a3. Sights properly removed from the 343 dated remington barrel.
Rare photos not appropriate for history books duration. It looks like it was nickelplated, but the finish is worn off. Smith corona 1903a3, 1903a4 clone for sale at gunauction. I was zeroing in on what appears to be a partial mark. Unfollow smith corona ribbon to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Interesting smith corona m1903a3 serial number i just purchased a sporterized smith corona m1903a3 from gunbroker. Here we have 2 of my favorite rifles, the 1903 and 1903a3. Ive been offered an unfired smith corona 1903a3 to buy. Overall condition is good, especially for a rifle that is over 60 yrs old.
A spreadsheet containing detailed property information is available at the community development department counter located at city hall, 400 south vicentia avenue. Smith corona invented the typewriter power carriage return in 1960, the year it left syracuse for cortlandville. Rare documented smith corona model 1903a3 national match rifle pictured in brophys springfield 1903 rifle book. Smith corona 1903a3 gun and game the friendliest gun. In a diversification move that later proved unsound, smith corona purchased marchant calculator in 1958. With the serial number that you have supplied,your smithcorona model 1903a3 was made in the year 1943. Also in front of the magazine there are more inspection marks and one is a diamond shape. The model 1903 springfield rifle and its variations, is the fifteenth book in the north cape publication s for collectors only series for beginning and advanced firearm s collectors and the twentythird book on their list. These were and still are some of the best made, most userfriendly typewriters available. At, you can buy smith corona from a trusted online source. Bolt has an x on the top of handle, front sight cover has an s sedgley sight cover on it, butt plate is sc, claw extractor is sc, bolt sleeve is sc, and magazine follower is sc, barrel date 1043 sc, and trigger guard is.
Smith corona is a us manufacturer of thermal labels, direct thermal labels, and thermal ribbons used in warehouses for primarily barcode labels. The city of corona maintains a listing of properties within the city deemed to be historically significant on the corona register of historic resources and heritage properties. I recently picked up a very nice sc 1903a3 that was in a bishop sporter stock. Smith corona has a long history of innovation and forward thinking. Correct remington or smithcorona 1903a3 northwest firearms. Front sight hood, parkerized, wwii, s on left hand side, made by sedgley. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. We strongly suggest that you consult a qualified gunsmith to install these parts in your firearm. Smith corna 1903a3 with ra barrel m1903 springfield series.
Could some of you guys shed some light on it for me. In no event will smith corona be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the documentation, even if advised of the. The metal surfaces retain 95% quality dark gray original smith corona parkerizing with some very light edge wear and minor oxidation staining in the corners of the bottom metal. Is it just coincidence that the rifle and barrel are so closely dated together. When was smithcorona 1903a3 serial number 3639763 made. Smith corona 1903 a3 ballpark value the firearms forum. Hi, im after some advice from the experts on this forum. Offered for sale is a great example of a world war two smith corona 1903a3 3006 government springfield rifle. Excellent example of an alloriginal world war 2 1903a3 rifle made by the smith corona company in 1943. It doesnt appear that the gun has been messed with much if at all, although im not sure if its an arsenal refinish or all original. The smith corona 1903a3s the number of sixgroove barrels used in smithcorona 03a3 production is estimated to be about 5,000.
After using up the sixgroove barrel blanks, high standard began manufacture of fourgroove barrels, which were used for the balance of production except for a few twogroove barrels that were used for about a one or twomonth period in late 1943. No import or reb for sale by fernwood armory on gunsamerica 929457634. Rifle, sniper, model 1903a4 guns were assembled from remington 1903a3 rifles selected for their superior accuracy, fitted with pistolgrip stocks, and scoped with weaver 330c telescopic sights. Oct 09, 2011 an arsenalinspected not reworkedreparked piece so marked is fine as long as it did not involve swapping around incorrect parts. Smith corona 1903a3 updated wpics this is a discussion on smith corona 1903a3 updated wpics within the steel and wood forums, part of the rifle forum category. Is there any way that the barrel is original to the rifle. Page 2 corona makes no warranty or representation, either expressed or implied, with respect to this documentation.
It is serial number 4755503, so i believe that would be a straight stock with bolts. Smith corona rifle stocks in as new original nonrearsenaled condition. The rifle appears to be all original so i am looking for a nice smith corona stock and all the stock metal parts. In 1955, smithcorona introduced an electric typewriter for the office. Still being a smith corona it will bring a bit more then a springfield. Smith corona 1903a3 discussion in 1903 started by thejoker, feb 26, 2008. The og on the stock stands for ogden arsenal which indicates the gun is a refurbished weapon. As opposed to a ww2 remington or replacement stamped 1903a3 buttplate, which. Smith the ball bearing office machine and corona typewriters the personal writing machine joined forces. By that time remington had manufactured 348,085 model 1903 modified and 707,629 model 1903a3 rifles, and smithcorona had produced 234,580. Then, if it came from a catalog well it is archived in the shopping addiction book of fame. Original unissued smith corona springfield 1903a3 cut off. Going over a used gun i picked up at a local gun shop. Following wwii, and its speedline series, smithcorona unveiled its 5series portable typewriters, which sold primarily during the 1950s.
I have replaced it with a very nice 1903a3 stock, and all of the hardware. Interesting smith corona m1903a3 serial number archive. The ejector in your photo is a smithcorona ejector. Shop unique womens clothing, mens clothing, rustic furniture, and rustic home decor in the sundance catalog and unique, handmade artisan jewelry in the sundance jewelry catalog.
Make sure to follow if youre interested in seeing the process of. To me it looks like 4x22x27 where x is probably 6 or 8, though possibly 3 or 5 depending on just how the digit is positioned. This was the largest grip that could be formed from the old stock blanks. In 1962, they changed their corporate name to smith corona marchant scm. Smithcorona us model 1903a3 1943 no import for sale. Smith corona us model 1903a3, mid ww2 manufacture, made in july 1943, serial number 47178xx. This rifle is in very good used condition, and is considered a mixed parts shooter. That is the great fun of some of these old warhorses,trying o trace down history and learning about what they did. Smith corona 03a3 value the firearms forum the buying.
Shortly after remington started its new 03 production line, america was officially at war with the axis powers. It just appears to be a unmarked type 4 stamped follower. Evolution of smithcorona typewriters 19571989 click. Pages in category 1903 books the following 11 pages are in this category, out of 11 total. This book is a complete compilation and discussion of all variations of this famous rifle. Nov, 2016 i dont think youre going to be able to tell for sure without removing the mount. It remains popular as a civilian firearm, historical collectors piece. Smith corona h series black correctable 63446 ribbon 2 pack. Vintage smith corona portable skyriter typewriter metal green keys free shippin.
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