I just aquired this rifle tonight in a 30.06. The mechanics of the rifle are very good. The barrel has a few scratches and some wear at the end and around the bolt. Someone has actually carved thier name into the stock and actually whittled some of the wood right under the barrel at the very end.It's a very nice looking rifle besides of the stupid stuff someone did. Does anyone know much about these? Were they actually used in combat? Which war? What should I do with it? Have someone restore it? Any help would be appreciated.

Serial number is 6928xx.

Thanks Bryan