"If a poll were taken to determine the most famous service rifle in the history of the United States, the Model 1903, better known as the '03 Springfield, would surely come out on top. This comprehensive guide follows the '03 through its unparalleled tenure of service - covering all of the interesting variations, modifications and accessories of this highly collectable military weapon"

 - Bruce Canfield

A Collector's Guide to the '03 SPRINGFIELD, is one of the easiest to read and entertaining firearm related books that I have read lately. The size of your average coffee table book, it is not written like the normal technical/collector's manual, but follows more of a narrative style, like a good history book. A history book that anyone would find interesting enough to read, even if they were not really an avid firearm collector.

The author's stated intent was to write a threshold book that is a stepping off point for the more complex and in-depth works about the '03, described by Canfield as  a relatively compact and comprehensive "Collector's Guide".

I agree, Bruce Canfield wrote a good introduction to the '03.

A great story with just enough history and detail to pull you into the world of the Springfield Collector. Great high-definition, black and white photos of the Springfield '03 in action, from the early days of production just prior to the "War that would end all Wars", through the Second World War, and into the Korean War.

Overall - easy to follow, easy to digest, and easy to understand.

If you have not purchased any '03 books yet and are looking for a way to quench your interest, then this would be a well spent $22.

Note: This is not a disassemble and maintenance type of book.

Paperback: 160 pages ; 11.00 x 8.25

ISBN Number: 091721840X

This book can be purchased at -

http://www.amazon.com/

List of Chapters

1. Author's Preface;
2. The '03 Springfield;
3. Variations of the '03;
4. The Second World War Variations of the M1903 Rifle;
5. The M1903 Sniper's Rifles;
6. Service Rifle Accessories & Accouterments;
7. Slings