WWII Springfield Armory M1 Garand .30-06 Semi-Auto Rifle MFD May 1945 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,550.00
LSB#: LSB250518JG021
Make: Springfield Armory
Model: M1 Garand
Serial Number: 3770647
Year of Manufacture: Receiver: May 1945. Barrel: 11-46
Caliber: .30-06 Springfield
Action Type: Semi Auto, En Bloc Clip Fed
Markings:
Receiver: “U.S. RIFLE / CAL. .30 M1 / SPRINGFIELD / ARMORY / 3770647”.
Trigger Group: “D28290-14-SA”- Springfield Armory
The trigger guard: Unmarked
Hammer: “C46008-7 SA”- Springfield Armory
Safety: “C46015-6SA”
Receiver Leg: “Z 1 D D28291 35”
Op Rod: “D35382 SA”
Barrel: “S-A-11-46
Follower- “11”
Bolt: “6528287-SA US1”.
Gas Plug “P X”
The lock bar style rear sight is marked “BATTLE RANGE UP DOWN” with arrows on the elevation and Left twice with two arrows on the windage.
Stock: The grip and pommel have three total “P” acceptance stamps. The left flank of the stock is stamped “SA SHM” for Springfield Armory Stephen H. McGregor, and “RA-P” for Raritan Arsenal with an ordnance wheel.
Barrel Length: Approximately 24 Inches
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade set between two protective wings. The rear sight is a fully adjustable Lock Bar style aperture sight set between two protective wings.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The wood stock has a traditional Semi-pistol grip, metal nose caps, two sling loops, stacking ring, and a checkered metal buttplate with storage compartment. The LOP measures 13” inches from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad. The wood shows moderate to heavy scattered lines, compressions and marks from use. There are some larger than normal compressions scattered throughout as well. There are some small chips missing from some of the edges. There are no visible cracks. The buttplate hangs a little over the edges of the wood at the top and bottom and has lost most of its finish. The buttplate shows some scuffs around the edges. The door spring is strong. Overall the stock set is in Good+ condition and has a very authentic look with the stamps still mostly legible.
Type of Finish: Parkerized.
Finish Originality: Original.
Bore Condition: The bore is bright with well defined rifling. There is no visible erosion or notable pitting. There are some visible lines in the grooves. Our gauges show a muzzle of 1.5 and a throat of 4.5. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 8/10.
Overall Condition: The rifle retains about 95% of its metal finish. The finish on the rifle has begun to turn green / brown with age and oil and shows handling wear and wear from us throughout. The gas tube, cylinder lock, and trigger guard show the majority of the finish loss. The bolt and receiver show rub wear on the friction surfaces. The markings are mostly clear and the screw heads are sharp. Overall this rifle is in Good condition
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle includes a leather sling.
Our Assessment: This Springfield M1 Garand, produced in May of 1945, was built at the very end of World War II, just months before the conflict concluded. While the fighting in Europe had ended by early May, the Pacific theater was still active, and rifles like this were likely earmarked for late-war use or postwar occupation forces. The stock on this example is stamped “SA SHM”, identifying it as Springfield Armory during an inspection or rebuild overseen by Colonel Stephen H. McGregor, who served as commandant of the armory during the immediate postwar years. His initials are often seen on rifles that were arsenal-refurbished between the late 1945 and 1947 which fits with the 1946 barrel date.
The additional “RA-P” marking indicates the stock was also inspected or repaired at Raritan Arsenal in New Jersey, a key ordnance facility responsible for processing and reconditioning vast numbers of small arms for continued service. Raritan Arsenal played a major role in postwar logistics, storing and servicing rifles during the Korean War and throughout early Cold War readiness programs. Springfield Armory itself, under the stewardship of various commandants from its founding in 1794 to its closure in 1968, evolved from a simple armory into a premier center for American military innovation. The M1 Garand, its most famous product, remains a testament to that legacy, earning praise from General Patton as “the greatest battle implement ever devised” and leaving a lasting mark on 20th-century warfare. To better understand this M1 please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.
