1903 Spngfld - Fair Price?

Wolf.

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I've been offered a 1903 Springfield in what I would call "NRA Good" condition. The gun has been "sporterized" to the tune of what I imagine was generally performed on these guns back in th 50's or 60's. That is, the original stock was cut down and maybe some military-type hardware removed.

The asking price is $300, which I think is about double what the gun is worth. Am I right, or is this a fair price?

Thanks you guys in advance for your advice and input!

nmyers

I'm with you, Wolf. For quite a few years sporterized 03's sold for $150-200, but the last couple of years folks seem to be paying as much as $250-300.

$300 should get you one that looks decent, not like a chopped military rifle in a cheap stock. And, the bore should be good with a low muzzle wear measurement. Otherwise, the price should be less.

Neal

toolsforfools

I got one a man said he bought it from a magazine in 1965.He sent me the receipt he paid 49.96 and the page from the magazine.He did not shoot it much.I paid 250.00 for it.It is sporterized 30-06,very nice.Put a buriss scope on it.Punched a hole in an 8-10 paper 2 inchs from center at 250 yards.I am very happy with it!

Herschel

If only the stock has been modified it will probably be worth more than $300 to restore to military configuration. The restoration value depends on whether it is a high or low number, whether of Springfield, Rock Island or Remington manufacture, whether it was a national match and possibly other factors. If metal is unmodified, it should part out for more than $300.