Keystone C Stock

[TDP0311]

Were the Keystone C Stocks from WW2 made for both the 1903A1 or just 03-A3?

[kreiert]

The Keystone stocks I have, were inleted for both types of rifles.

[dave]

I have been told they exist but have never seen one---that is a Keystone without the A3 cut for the A3 handguard ring. That would answer your question for me, however the ring cut works with a plain 03 so maybe they were all cut?

[John Beard]

All WWII Keystone stocks were cut for the M'03-A3 handguard ring. The stocks are fully interchangeable between the M1903 and M'03-A3 rifles, i.e., they will fit either one.

J.B.

[TDP0311]

Thanks gents, I found one in great shape for a M1903A1 USMC Sniper build, and was just curious. I'm not sure if any USMC 1903A1 Snipers from the war would have used a Keystone stock, but from the pictures I've seen of the variety of USMC snipers from the war (C stock, S stock, Scant stock) it appears it was more of what was available than specifics.

[Peconga]

In addition to the cut-out for the handguard retaining ring, the exterior dimensions of the Keystone C-type stock were slightly different than the pre-WW2 Springfield C-type stock. While very similar in appearance, the Keystone is noticeably chunkier around the wrist and pistol grip area when you handle them side by side.

[TDP0311]

Agreed, mine is very chunky around the pistol grip area. I'm pretty close to having the rifle put together sans scope, so I can take it out and see how well it groups in standard form. If it is up to the task, I will go ahead and complete the project.