Collectors love a 1903 that has not been touched, and the seller says this one has not been mutilated, chopped, or sporterized in any way. It is a Springfield Armory Model 1903 in .30-06 with the original 24-inch barrel and a five-round magazine. The finish is walnut and blued steel.

The seller calls it extremely clean. The rifling is extremely clean and sharp, and the bluing is in very good condition with only minor loss on the trigger, rear sight, bolt handle, and bolt. As far as the seller can tell, every part is original to the rifle except the leather sling, which is not original. There are some scratches and dings in the stock, as pictured, and the rifle comes with an original cleaning kit and the front sight hood.

A rifle with this much original equipment is a collector's piece first. The 1903 action is smooth and strong, and the rifle is accurate when it is in good shape. If you want to shoot it, use standard ammunition and keep the cleaning gentle.

When it arrives, check the markings on the receiver and barrel, and compare them with the photos. Inspect the bore with a light. It is sold as described, in used condition. The rifle ships to your local FFL dealer, where the background check is completed.