In February 2015, a1903A3 National Ordinance Military rifle in good condition (matching numbers, shootable) is worth approximately $ 900 - 1,300 depending on the rifle's actual condition.
The Model 1903A3 rifle is base upon the Mauser 98 action but they are not exactly the same.
The value of a National Ordnance 1903A3 rifle can vary significantly based on its condition, originality, and market demand. Generally, prices can range from around $500 to over $1,200, with well-preserved and authentic models fetching higher prices. Collectors often consider factors such as the rifle's historical significance, any modifications, and provenance when determining value. For the most accurate assessment, it's advisable to consult recent sales or a firearms appraiser.
With the serial number that you have supplied,your Smith-corona model 1903A3 was made in the year 1943.these rifles were only made in the years 1943-1944.If your rifle has a letter C prefix to the serial number,then this indicates that remington also made a model 1903A3 with the same serial number. These were the only 2 manufactures of the 1903A3 rifles.
The Springfield 1903A3 rifle with serial number 833946 was manufactured in 1943. The production of the 1903A3 variant began in 1942 and continued through 1944, primarily during World War II. This particular serial number places it in the middle of that production timeframe.
The Remington 1903A3 with serial number 3941921 was manufactured in 1943. The 1903A3 was a variant of the M1903 rifle used during World War II, and Remington produced these rifles primarily between 1942 and 1944. Serial numbers in that range indicate production during the wartime period.
For which nation? There were different countries with different rifles. US- 1903 or 1903A3 rifle, and the 1917 rifle Britain- SMLE Germany- 8mm Mauser 98 Russia- 91/30 Mosin-Nagant
With the serial number that you have provided,your Remington model 1903A3 was made in the year 1942.The first serial number assigned to this rifle was serial number 3,348,086,So as you can see yours was made early on in World War II.
Well, we CAN tell you that it is Italian, and lkely a military rifle- since Terni was the national Armory for Italy. Beyond that, we need some description.
The Garand rifle is a semiauto, not a bolt action. Do you have a Model 1903A3 bolt action? A Model 1917 bolt action?
The fireball that you mention is actually a bursting bomb.This was a mark from the ordinance dept.of the U.S. goverment that was imprinted on most U.S. military weapons.
Typically, yes, it does. While M-1 carbines were made after WWII by NON-military suppliers, those made for the US Military are typically marked with the "Burning Bomb" stamp.
Terni was the national armory of Italy- you likely have an Italian Carcano military rifle- but we can't tell you more without more information. Sorry-