I have a used 1903 customized Springfield that still has the magazine cut off. I'd like to round off the back of the follower, like on a Mauser magazine so I can run the bolt over it. Any problems doing it? I've done it to plenty of Mausers but have no 1903 experience doing this.
Another job is to work on the trigger. The trigger take up is about 3/8", nice and smooth with no step before it breaks. Is it possible to install a screw to take up the slack? It's really smooth. Should I just install a Timney Feather weight with side safety?