Hi

I have been studying 03s for years and own a LN and an A3, but know very little about A4s. Just now, I was shown photos of a Remington marked 03-A3, but the receiver ring markings are on the left side of the ring, and serial number is on the right side. S/N is Z4001055. Barrel is marked RA 9-43. It has a Redfield mount with no rings or scope. The bolt is bent for scope. All parts appear to be "R" marked. The left side of what appears to be an unsanded scant stock is marked with a sharp cartouche, "RIA, EB." The circled P on the grip is sharp as well, and actually does not appear to have any finish down in the stamp. There are what appear to be rebuild marks on the stock, but they did not show up clearly in the photos. The finish appears to be a uniform grey-green with no corrosion and is still covered in cosmoline. The stock wrist is cracked, but appears to be arsenal repaired with two brass pins.

What do I have gentlemen? It appears to be to be a very nice, arsenal repaired 03-A4 to me, but I don't know enough about them to be certain. I want to make an offer and I don't want to be way out of the ballpark. I know that a lot depends on bore condition, etc..., but without you folks seeing photos, what do you think?

BTW, I will definitely hold and inspect up close before making a definite offer, but I need some idea now.

Thanks,
daveboy