WWII Inland Division M1 Carbine .30Cal Semi Auto Rifle Ogden Arsenal C&R

SOLD FOR: $1,101.00

LSB#: LSB250KW010

Make: Inland Division of General Motors

Model:  M1 Carbine

Serial Number: 62513

Year of Manufacture: Mid to late 1942, barrel date 10-42

Caliber: .30 Cal Carbine

Action Type: Semi-Automatic carbine fed by detachable magazines. 

Markings:  

The top of the receiver is marked, “U.S. CARBINE CAL. 30 M1 / INLAND DIV. 62513”.  

The magazine release is marked “M”   

The rear sight is marked “J.A.O. 7160060” for J.A. Otterbein, correct for Inland Division  

The Lug is unmarked  

The sling well is marked “S-HB” for Hillerich and Bradsby aka Louisville Slugger.  Correct for Standard Products. The right flank has a faint Ordnance Wheel. The bottom of the pommel is marked “64” and the front of the grip has a very faint “P” acceptance mark. The left flank has a box with “OG” most likely for OGDEN Arsenal denoting a post war rebuild or inspection.    

The upper handguard is unmarked 

The trigger group is marked “Q-NL” for National Lock Co    

The hammer is marked “Q.U.” for Quality Hardware.  

The Rotary safety is unmarked 

The slide is marked “PI” on the inside for Packard Inland. The bottom is marked “1 M”.   

The barrel is marked “INLAND MFG DIV. GENERAL MOTORS 10-42” there is a “P” 5” back from the front sight, the barrel flat has the usual Inland hieroglyphics and a flaming bomb inspection mark. 

The gas block is marked “IS” for International Silver CO.     

The front sight is stamped with an “N”  

The barrel band is marked “KI” for Keeler Brass Co.

The sear is unmarked

The oiler is marked “IS” for International Silver Co.

Barrel Length: 18″

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a fixed blade set between protective ears.  The rear sight is the later style sliding aperture sight with a knurled windage knob dovetailed to the receiver.  

Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is an Oval cut, low wood stock, with a two rivet handguard, type three barrel band with bayonet lug, a rotary safety and a checkered metal butt plate. The LOP measures about 13.25” from the front of the trigger to the back of the butt plate. The wood shows scattered marks, compressions, scratches and lines. The right side rivet hole is missing a chip. There is also a notable chip in the handguard next to the rivet hole. There are no visible cracks. The stock has been plugged where the butt plate screw is most likely to replace wood that was stripped out. The metal butt plate shows rub wear and finish loss around the edges yet retains the checkering. Overall this stock is in Good condition.  

Magazine Quantity & Condition: None.   

Type of Finish: Parkerized 

Finish Originality: Original  

Bore Condition: The bore is bright with defined rifling. There is no visible erosion or pitting. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9/10.   

Overall Condition:  The rifle retains 80% of its metal finish. The finish has/is beginning to turn brown green from oil, age, and cleaning. The bolt and action show finish loss on the friction surfaces. The barrel band shows the most patina from age. The markings are mostly clear and the screw heads are sharp with a few minor tool marked slots. Overall this rifle is in Good+ to Very 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 canvas sling and oiler.         

Our Assessment:  This Inland Division M1 Carbine, originally manufactured in 1942, is an excellent example of how U.S. military rifles evolved through post-war service and arsenal refurbishment programs. Inland was the largest producer of M1 Carbines during WWII, leveraging the massive industrial resources of General Motors to produce over 2.6 million units. Designed to provide greater firepower than a sidearm while being more compact than the M1 Garand, the M1 Carbine was widely issued to officers, airborne troops, vehicle crews, and rear-echelon personnel. Its .30 Carbine cartridge, lightweight profile, and semi-automatic action made it one of the most versatile infantry weapons of the war.

This example bearing what appears to be the original Inland barrel dated 10-42 and the “OG” (Ogden Arsenal) marked Louisville Slugger made stock reflect the carbine’s continued use and maintenance in the post-WWII era. After the war, the U.S. military began a large-scale overhaul of its weapons stockpile. Ogden Arsenal, located in Utah, was a major center for small arms repair and refurbishment. Carbines sent there were often rebuilt with a mix of original and replacement parts, inspected, and reissued for service in Korea and beyond. This particular rifle represents that journey, starting life in 1942 combat-ready form, then being re-inspected and having a new barrel band, rear sight, and safety installed most likely by Ogden Arsenal, ready to serve again. The M1 Carbine continued to see frontline use through the Korean War and even into Vietnam, valued for its handling and reliability, proving itself over multiple generations of conflict. To better understand this M1 carbine please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.