u.s modle of 1917 remington

blueknight17

October 18, 2002 06:56

want to know the value of a fair condition u.s modle of 1917 remington bolt action rifle?



Edited by - blueknight17 on 10/18/2002 11:12:19

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  Iroquois Scout

  October 18, 2002 07:38

  Need more information. Is the rifle still in it's military configuration or has it been cut up for a sporter? If it has been cut up it is worth what ever you can get for it which won't be much. An original, unaltered military M 1917 in fair condition will usually start at about $200, while one in like new condition can bring as much as a $1000 from the right collector.

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  blueknight17

  October 19, 2002 04:21

  Rifle is still in its military configuration. But its missing the piece that holds the bolt from comming out all the way. Also missing sling and cleaning kit. Any idea where to get these parts? Is it worth it to have the rifle refurbished?

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  nmyers

  October 19, 2002 04:41

  You may be able to find the parts you need at Gun Parts Corp; their catalog has a diagram that will help you identify the parts that you need. However, I recommend that you go to a local gunsmith, as you may not be able to replace the bolt thingy by yourself; it won't cost a lot.
  
  It's probably not worthwhile having it refurbished, as it's possible to buy an excellent original rifle for less than that would cost.
  
  Neal

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  king999

  October 19, 2002 18:16

  Re "refurbishing". Since I have committed the sin of redoing military rifles in the past, I have come to the conclusion that every dollar that you put into it, reduces the value by two dollars!!!Of course I'm not referring to replacing missing
  parts; I mean "sporterizing", rebluing, refinishing stocks etc.
  The 1917 is a great rifle as is. The bolt stop should be available from parts suppliers and simple to install.
  Have fun, be careful!
  Morty

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  mark christian

  October 19, 2002 18:39

  Give a call to Springfield Sporters @ 724-254-2626. They have a full list of M1917 Enfield parts available. BOLT STOP is listed at $3 with another $8 for a BOLT STOP REST, SCREW AND SPRING. I always say leave those old war horses as is. Any time and money put into refurbishing is never recovered at time of sale. If the rifle looks too rough, just give them the old "right out of the attic" or in "as found condition". Buyers love that.
  
  Mark T. Christian

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  Xracer

  October 20, 2002 05:24

  .....or better still: "My grandfather served with in the same company as Sgt. York, and the Sargent gave it to him after he shot all those Germans!"

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