Springfield rifle Model 1903/Definition

The vintage 1903 Springfield rifle was the main U.S. infantry rifle of First World War, bolt-operated from internal magazine or experimental Pedersen device; chambered for .30-06 cartridge (often 173 grain vice 154 grain of M1 Garand; high reputation for accuracy; selected "Star Gauge" versions into WWII and beyond as sniper rifles or for competitive shooting