Serial number range for introduction of 03a3 reinforcement bolts vs pins?

[Merc]

Pins.

J.B.

JB,

Thanks.

Merc

[IditarodJoe]

John, if you would please ...

Wife shoots s/n 3761937, 9/43 barrel, crossbolt stock. Does that sound right? CMP rifle bought in Nov '05.

Thanks.

[John Beard]

John, if you would please ...

Wife shoots s/n 3761937, 9/43 barrel, crossbolt stock. Does that sound right? CMP rifle bought in Nov '05.

Thanks.

Yes, crossbolts can be correct for S/N 3761937. The rifle falls in the transition range.

J.B.

[IditarodJoe]

Thank you, John. You're an invaluable resource and we're fortunate to have you as a member of the Jouster forums.

[Merc]

JB or Rick,

Were pinned stocks always switched to bolted stocks during arsenal rebuilds or was it performed only when stock damage occurred? How common is it to find pinned stocks on early 03-A3s today?

Merc

[John Beard]

JB or Rick,

Were pinned stocks always switched to bolted stocks during arsenal rebuilds or was it performed only when stock damage occurred? How common is it to find pinned stocks on early 03-A3s today?

Merc

Pinned stocks were not replaced with bolted stocks during arsenal rebuilds. Stocks were replaced only when damaged. If you encounter an early M'03-A3, the statistical probability is high that it will be fitted with a pinned stock.

J.B.

[Merc]

Pinned stocks were not replaced with bolted stocks during arsenal rebuilds. Stocks were replaced only when damaged. If you encounter an early M'03-A3, the statistical probability is high that it will be fitted with a pinned stock.

J.B.

JB,

Great info as usual. Thanks.

Merc