Today we’re looking at three different books on the 1903 Springfield rifle. Which one is best for you? That depends on what you’re looking for…
If you want a good reference book, I recommend Canfields’s:
If your interest is more focused on shooting and competition, you will be better off with Campbell’s work:
However, if you really want to have everything, Brophy’s book is only $10 more (and actually less, if you buy a used copy) than Canfield and has pretty much everything conceivable about the Springfield:
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My recommendation is definitely Brophy’s book. If you are after the technical and historical facts, you will not be disappointed.