Went to a medium size gun show yesterday in Tulsa. Was looking for a 1903 Springfield to shoot in Military bolt action matches. I knew they were getting high in price, but did not anticipate how high they have gotten. A Remington 1903A3 made in 1942 was priced at $1399. This rifle was in probably 60% condition. Cheapest 1903 I saw was $995 and it was missing the rear sight and had a cracked stock at the wrist. Then to add insult to injury, admission price for the show was $15.
Only worthwhile find in the show, was one sellar who had a large selection of wooden cigar boxes which were large enough to turn into cartridge boxes. Found one box which looks to be made from ebony and will make a very handsome cartridge box when I get a wooden insert made for it.