The re-work refers to it being a Springfield 1903 service rifle that was "sporterized" by Griffin & Howe. The stock is classic Griffin & Howe. For the barrel & receiver, they would hide the markings with stippling and then usually put a build number out on the barrel. It has the first type of Griffin & Howe side mount, a single lever. Fortunately, I have a couple of them stashed away (7/8" rings). I will install a nice, period Noske scope that will complete the package. Fine art in walnut & steel. Here's a pic of what the single lever Griffin & Howe mount looks like. You can R&R the scope and they hold "zero". I am amazed at what they could do re: tolerances back in the 1920's & 30's.

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Last edited by OSS; 08/09/25 03:37 PM.