1903 questions for the experts

[Jkibler2]

Hi all, new guy here. Love this forum. I just recently picked up a SA 1903. Here are the points of interest, 649425 serial number, 4-17 SA barrel, small s at tip of stock, one screw FG stock which is marked ELH on the side. This is an early high wall stock. Proof P is almost gone. Bolt safety lug is marked C13. This rifle is all blued. I was wondering about the stock though. Isn't this way to early for the time period?

[John Beard]

Welcome to the forum!

Stick around. We appreciate good company!

You have surmised correctly. Your ELH high wall stock is indeed way too early for a 4-17 SA rifle. And in case you missed it, your rifle's bolt is from a 1913 Rock Island rifle.

Hope this helps. Welcome again!

J.B.

[Jkibler2]

Thank you for the reply. What would be the correct bolt for this rifle?

[John Beard]

A correct bolt for your rifle would have a straight handle and be marked I 8, I 9, I 10, or I 11 underneath the safety lug. The I's and 1's are nothing more than straight lines, i.e., sans serif.

Hope this helps.

J.B.