The Springfield Armory 1903 A3

[@GunznGear]

Thanks Paul! I have been fortunate to aquire a few nice firearms over the years.

[@GunznGear]

Many industries that had the machinery took part in providing war material. Underwood (another typewriter co.) and Rock-ola (they made jukeboxes), among others, manufactured M1 carbines during WWII.

[@gunnwild1]

Gorgeous rifle and interesting history behind it. At one point in life, I owned a smith and corona type writer

[@GunznGear]

I've picked up a little bit over the years, but there's a whole lot more I need to learn. Thanks

[@Optimatorz]

Classic! I read a book by Townsend Whelen and remember there was a picture of him carrying a sporterized 1903 in the field for hunting. I've always thought it would be fun to own one. Great vid.

[@sixfteightinguy]

very nice van, gotta enjoy the history of the older rifles. i love my two springfield armory 1898 krags because of the history they have too.

[@GunznGear]

Thanks I just might have to take a good look at one. I haven't tried the Hornaday loads but I have tried the Speer Gold Dot and the CorBon DPX loads. I sure wish I bought some more before all the panic buying...

[@GunznGear]

I had a portable typewriter when I attended college, but I don't remember if it was a Smith-Corona. Thanks

[@GunznGear]

The good old British SMLE are great rifles! I wish the ammo for them weren't so expensive. Thanks Robbie

[@GunznGear]

Thanks Doug! Gotta love the Krag-Jorgensen rifle!! That "box" hanging off the side always makes people give it a double take. LOL I would like to get another one someday. The one I have has been cut down and sporterized.

[@sniperpatch]

Very good video sir , what an outstanding rifle the A3 are I have a Remington A3 and I love it they are so accurate and they cycle the rounds so smoothly sweet .

[@GunznGear]

I have loved the M1 Garand since I was young teen. I hope I never have to choose only 1 rifle, but if I should have to, then it will be the M1 Garand that my Father built for me. Price is hard to get a handle due to collectability. Thanks

[@hazman440]

Damn nice rifle Van ... you have one of the nicest firearms collection I've ever seen.

[@RickNethery]

Great Rifle, I have one of those. Mine has the streight grip stock, and winter Trigger Guard. It is My absolute favorite Rifle. Good Video Sir, beautiful Rifle.

[@GunznGear]

Thank you for the comment!

[@GunznGear]

The Remington and Browning hunting rifles are pretty good guns! I never used this rifle in competitions, although it shoots better than the P17 and M1 Garands that I did use. Thanks!!

[@GunznGear]

I do love that chambering

[@GunznGear]

Boy, I sure would love to have his BAR!! I shaved my head around 7 or 8 yrs ago, and kept it shaved for several years. Thought I try it again. I bet you and I would look like a motley crew walking down the street together. LOL

[@Mr45Bullitt]

That is a beauty Van. Can you imagine having your Uncle's BAR!! I have the same hair cut! Very cool:)

[@GunznGear]

I always learn stuff from you, Chuck. I've learned that some folks should not be allowed to handle tools around guns, I learned cows will eat bird feed, and now I've learned that our Revolutionary Army had a drill team! LMAO Have a great weekend Chuck!!

[@GunznGear]

I may have to do that one day. Every once in a while, I up in those neck of the woods. Last time was Cleveland in January.... Brrrrr! If ya'll ever come down to Va Beach, then I'll offer the same invitation.

[@GunznGear]

It is a fine example, Thanks Eric

[@MyHollowpoint]

I'm going to have to work with you on your editing, that scared the hell out of me :) I was on a drill team at Ft. Knox and we used that rifle. Crying shame how many of those I saw sticking out of the ground when some knuckle heads missed grabbing them on a twirl :) Beautiful rifle.

[@GunznGear]

Glad you liked it

[@GunznGear]

Many of those old war horses still have plenty of fight left in them! That's a pretty good "triple threat" of good ole Battle Rifles right there! LOL I don't recall seeing many hippies in Mississippi back when I lived there. Ya'll must have been a close-nit bunch! hahaha

[@Mrsnoopy465]

Very nice firearm, Nothing Beats a Good ole AMERICAN Rifle, especially in 30-06, do just about anything you will ever need, Thanks for sharing!

[@ebomey]

That us an awesome looking rifle Van!

[@clonetrex]

The Springfield M1903A3 is a very good bolt action 30-06 caliber rifle.

[@GunznGear]

Thanks bro! This may not have collector value, but it sure is a tack driver!

[@1957Shep]

A beauty.

[@GunznGear]

I know A3's were used but I'm not sure about M1903's. They probably used what ever was at hand in the begining. Thanks bro

[@GunznGear]

I'm happy with it!

[@NWIPrepper19113]

Very interesting history lesson, typewriters, who would have thought. Thanks.

[@GunznGear]

I've been very tickled with it. Thanks

[@wufwufwufwuf]

very nice piece Van

[@GunznGear]

Yes, it is! Thanks

[@GunznGear]

Thanks brother!

[@silverwolf149]

The new haircut looks good

[@GunznGear]

Col. Whelen is quoted often: "Only accurate rifles are interesting" I think he would have liked this one. Thanks

[@GunznGear]

Thanks buddy!!

[@GunznGear]

I've never handled one of those Kahr Arms 30 carbines. What do you think of them?

[@jeffbarnett1201]

Welcome back, missed seeing you lately. I have decided to go non "military" for my defensive rifle role. Believe appearing non-treatening with a hunting type weapon may be an advantage. LOVE my military style guns, but think a well worn old Remington 740 and a pocket ful of .30-06 filled magazines gives me serious rapid firepower from a non threatening platform. Really saving hard now to add a '03 to my collection. Do you shoot yours competively?

[@GunznGear]

Thanks!

[@GunznGear]

Thanks!!

[@ZeroCipher7]

++ Gorgeous rifle ++

[@GunznGear]

Thanks

[@loydelms1224]

I recently bought a M1 A3O3 Made buy Rock river Armory. im having trouble finding any info on the M1 made but Rock River Armory. Do you have any info on where I can start looking. I bought a book about the history of the M1 but didn't mention Rock River. ant suggestion

[@BENNYBIGGUN]

great video very nice looking rifle, have a great day :)))

[@roberth2612]

if you could have one?(loaded question) the m1 Garand or the A3, as a sniper/hunting rifle? any clue on the price diffrentses?cuz i'm thinkin i'd pay $300ta$500 more for the simiauto.

[@GunznGear]

I'm sure I read something about that years back, but couldn't remember exactly how it went down. Thanks! Oh BTW... old fart alert! I think Chuck is still awake. LOL

[@Survivshtf]

Looks nice

[@stainlessfour5]

Very nice!

[@ung427]

Is that a Springfield or a Remington? Aha, it is a Smith Corona! If you have a Remington receiver then you don't have to worry about it, it is only the low serial numbered Springfield ones. I've got a beautiful Remington 1903. Just in time before they switched out the R.I. machinery and started the A3's. I really wanted a milspec and started with a Remington low serial number 1903 that was sporterized. They had cut down the barrel and put a rear sight on it so I couldn't restore it back to military configuration. So when I found my current rifle I sold the sporter and now have a great military config shooter!

[@GunznGear]

They are outstanding rifles, and I couldn't be more pleased with mine. Thanks

[@michaelbenjmitchell1]

I have a Smith Corona that I bought in August of this year for $479 sporterized but only to the extent of a Monte Carlo stock and a williams sight base on the barrel but still has the original sights still installed. So once that Williams sight base is gone she will be going back into an original USGI stock.

[@GunznGear]

It's better than I am!

[@GunznGear]

Yes it is

[@ArmyStinger150]

Nice rifle Van.

[@GunznGear]

Start posting vids, the more the merrier!

[@SnkyCyanTurtle]

Great vid :)

[@GunznGear]

I have had the opportunity to aquire some very collectable military firearms, but they should belong to folks that will keep them pristine for the sake of history. I want firearms that I can shoot and drag through the woods deer hunting. Thanks

[@GunznGear]

I don't mind sticking with you, because I like you and I was raised to be respectful towards my elders, but I can care less about sub count and who has how many.

[@firemasterx23]

The good old 30 06

[@TheMultiGunMan]

★★★★★ Very nice Rifle!

[@MyHollowpoint]

Well....in any event...please edit the close ups out of the vid :)

[@Aknot2099]

Tack driver!

[@JM_Firearms]

Wish i could own that, im thinking about making a channel about guns and see a teens point of view oabout new laws being passed and rifle

[@MyHollowpoint]

Stick with me and you'll catch up with Erics subs,lol. ;)

[@HerbWalker]

I'd say you Sh-ow your Kn-it! :) Know your S___

[@GunznGear]

LMAO!!

[@GunznGear]

LOL nothing worse than a busy body, home care nurse!

[@GunznGear]

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[@GunznGear]

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[@GunznGear]

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