U.S. Rifle, Caliber .30 M1917 Enfield: FM 23-6
U.S. Rifle, Caliber .30 M1917 Enfield: FM 23-6

Author: War Department

Publisher: Periscope Film LLC

Published: 2013-10

Total Pages: 242

ISBN-13: 9781940453149

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The M1917 Enfield, formally named "United States rifle, cal .30, Model of 1917" was an American modification of the British .303 caliber P14 rifle developed and manufactured from 1917-1918. The Enfield rifle was noted for several design features. It was designed with a rear receiver aperture sight, protected by sturdy "ears," a design that proved to be faster and more accurate than the typical mid-barrel sight. Future American rifles, such as the 1903-A3 Springfield, M1 and M1 Carbine would all use such receiver sights. The M1917 sight was situated on an elongated receiver bridge, which added weight to the action, as well as lengthening the bolt. The M1917 action proved very strong, and was used as the basis for a variety of commercial and gunsmith-made sporting rifles in standard and magnum calibers between the world wars and after. Today, the Enfield is used as a ceremonial and drilling rifle. For battle purposes, the Danish still use the M1917 as a service weapon due to the high reliability of the bolt-action rifle in harsh conditions. Created in 1942, this field manual reveals a great deal about the M1917's design and capabilities. Intended as a field manual for operation and maintenance, it details gun assembly, marksmanship techniques, accessories, and much more. Originally labeled restricted, this manual was declassified long ago and is here reprinted in book form. Care has been taken to preserve the integrity of the text.

The M1903 Springfield Rifle
The M1903 Springfield Rifle

Author: Leroy Thompson

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2013-02-20

Total Pages: 175

ISBN-13: 1780960123

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Developed to replace the Model 1892 Krag-Jørgensen rifle, the Model 1903 Springfield was a five-shot bolt-action rifle that introduced the .30-06 cartridge – the standard US round until the introduction of the 7.62mm NATO cartridge – and gave the US infantryman a durable, magazine-fed weapon so renowned for its accuracy that it remained in service as a sniping rifle for decades after it was superseded by the M1 Garand in 1937. Extensively used in World War I, the M1903 Springfield saw widespread combat in World War II and Korea. During World War I, US troops developed a formidable reputation for marksmanship aided by the accuracy of the M1903 Springfield. World War II saw the introduction of the M1903A3, which changed the rear sight so that it was closer to that of the M1 Garand, to allow easier training of troops who might be issued either rifle. Illustrated with specially commissioned color artwork and drawing upon veterans' recollections, this is the engaging story of the M1903 Springfield, an iconic rifle prized for its lethal accuracy that equipped US and other troops for much of the 20th century.

U.S. Rifles, Cal. .30, M1903, M1903A1, M1903A3 and M1903A4 Technical Manual
U.S. Rifles, Cal. .30, M1903, M1903A1, M1903A3 and M1903A4 Technical Manual

Author: U.S. War Department

Publisher: Loose Cannon

Published: 1944-01-20

Total Pages: 163

ISBN-13:

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Born from the failures of the older Springfield Model 1892–99 Krag–Jørgensen in battles during the Spanish-American War, the newer Mauser-action derived Springfield M1903 service rifle would go on to serve the U.S. military in WWI, WWII and even the Korean conflict. This 1944 technical manual is not for users, but is rather a repair/maintenance manual for use by ordnance specialists. Every component of the rifle is outlined in great depth, from the sights to the barrel and even the bayonets used. Illustrated with copious fine-detailed photos and diagrams, it describes how to maintain or repair every aspect of each sub-component of the rifle. No detail is left out. There is even an additional section on special maintenance for long-term storage or veryhot/very cold climates. If you own a vintage M1903 Springfield of any model this is the book you will want to own. A terrific resource for the historian or for those with in interest in military arms. Paragraph One in the manual states, "...contains detailed instructions for disassembly, assembly, inspection, maintenance, and repair of the materiel listed below. Additional descriptive matter and illustrations are included to aid in providing a complete working knowledge of the materiel. These instructions are supplementary to those in Field Manuals and Technical Manuals prepared for the using arms. - Rifle, U. S., cal. .30, M1903 - Rifle, U. S., cal. .30, M1903A1 - Rifle, U. S., cal. .30, M 1903 A3 - Rifle, U. S., cal. .30, M1903A4 (Snipers) - Sight, telescopic, M73B1 (Weaver No. 330 C) - Bayonet, M1905 - Bayonet, M1 - Scabbard, bayonet, M3 - Scabbard, bayonet, M1910 - Scabbard, bayonet, M7 - Sling, gun, M1907 - Sling, gun, M1 - Cover, front sight"