This Savage manufactured stripped third variation trigger guard housing and tang is for the model 1903 slide action rimfire rifle and is in good condition exhibiting a brown patina with some scattered spots of rust and traces of original blue finish in protected areas.  (file photos)

Note: Third variation receivers will have a lower tang that has a slight downward curve at the rear most point and facory machined for the late variation ejector which is sold separately.

Note: Savage model 1903 slide action rimfire rifles with the following serial numbers have been observed with this third variation part: 131040, 138956 & 138973