Need help identifying some guns

[lebru]

The Garand was made in February of 1942 according to the first 3 numbers of the serial #. I would do some research to see if it is a correct grade or if went through one of several rebuild facilities. Check to see if it has an import mark on the barrel, or if the cartouches on the stock (if they are still present) indicate whether it has been rebuilt or not. A date should be on the barrel showing when you pull the op rod back into the locked position. Either way, it is a piece of history and should be left original looking. Just my opinion. And as far as ammo, never shoot anything over 175 grain bullets and loads meant for the rifle. Modern commercial 30-06 has too much pressure and will damage the rifle. I persoally won't shoot anything heavier than 168 grain bullets and reload to Garand specs. Hornady lists cartridge loads specifically for that rifle. As far as the other firearms, I don't know much about them. I do know that Arisakas that weren't "last ditch" rifles have VERY strong actions and are reportedly stronger than a Mauser action. The 1903 Springfield can possibly be restored, I would soak the action with Kroil or Gunzilla and see if the bolt will free up. If it won't, I guess it is a wall hanger and a conversation piece. Or you could sell it.

How could I detail strip it? I was going to give BP tactical a buzz, but their prices seem a little high for me to afford right now....at least till I get paid at the beginning of April....and was going to see what they say about it. I wan't to see if it is in working order...would be a blast to shoot.

[jmg8550]

Are you talking about the 1903? If so I'll let someone else chime in as I have very limited experience with those rifles. Being a bolt action, It should be fairly simple to get it apart if you can get the bolt unstuck. The Garand is easy to field strip. I'm sure there is a video on YouTube for that and maybe the 1903.