WWII Underwood Intertype “T” Marked Receiver M1 Carbine .30 Cal Rifle C&R

SOLD FOR: $1,225.00

LSB#: LSB260410SH015

Make: Underwood

Model: M1 Carbine

Serial Number: 2373695

Year of Manufacture: July 1943-March 1944, Barrel Date 12-43. Based on the Block range and barrel date this rifle was most likely produced in early 1944.  

Caliber: .30 Cal 

Action Type: Semi Automatic rifle fed by Detachable Magazines.

Markings: 

The top-rear of the receiver: “UNDERWOOD / 2376395 / T” with a flaming bomb. This “T” bevel mark denotes the receiver was produced by INTERTYPE for Underwood.  

The top-front of the receiver: “U.S. CARBINE”, “CAL .30 M1”. 

The barrel:  “P” about 2.25” back from the front sight. The front of the barrel is marked “UNDERWOOD  /  12-43” with a flaming bomb mark.      

The barrel band: “JI”  

The front sight: “N”

The rear sight: Shield “H”-Hemphill MFG. Co. 

The slide: “PI W 7160091” Packard Inland.  

The Bolt: “-U-” Underwood  

The Trigger group: “-U-” Underwood

The mag release: “M”

The hammer is un-marked

The rotary safety: “SS” Post war rebuild part.  

The sear is un-marked

The stock is marked: “SA” in the nose for Springfield Armory  

The lug is unmarked.

The upper handguard is unmarked

The magazine is marked “U”

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 serrated windage knob dovetailed to the receiver.  

Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock on this rifle is an Oval cut, low wood stock with a four rivet handguard, a type 3 barrel band with a bayonet lug and a later style rotary safety. The LOP is 13.25” from the front of the trigger to the rear of the butt plate. This stock has been sanded and refinished as a result it shows less marks, lines and compressions. There are some very small chips around the edges. There are no cracks. The metal butt plate has turned green with age and has begun to develop surface rust. Overall this stock set is in about Very Good condition.        

Magazine Quantity & Condition: This rifle includes one 15 round magazine. The top of the magazine shows rust and pitting. Overall the magazine is in Fair condition.  

Type of Finish: Parkerized 

Finish Originality: Refinished

Bore Condition: The bore is very bright and the rifling is well defined. There is minor visible erosion in the bore. There are lines from use. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9/10. 

Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 97% of its metal finish. There is minor rub wear on the friction surfaces of the bolt and receiver. The edges of the trigger guard show some small marks and nicks. The barrel shows some minor rub wear from the band. The markings range from clear to faint. The screw heads are sharp and serviceable. Overall this rifle is in about Very Good-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 the magazine.   

Our Assessment: This Underwood M1 Carbine features an Underwood barrel dated December 1943 and a receiver manufactured in the late 1943 to early 1944 period. The receiver bears the desirable “T” marked bevel indicating manufacture by Intertype, one of the subcontractors involved in M1 Carbine production during World War II. Underwood was one of the major prime contractors producing carbines for the U.S. military, and like many surviving examples, this rifle reflects the extensive interchangeability of parts that was central to wartime production and later military maintenance programs.

This example retains several desirable Underwood components including the trigger housing and bolt, while the slide is a Packard-manufactured Inland type, another common and historically correct wartime component. The stock is a postwar Springfield Armory replacement, indicating the rifle likely passed through a rebuild or refurbishment program during its military service life. The M1 Carbine became one of the most widely issued American firearms of World War II, valued for its lightweight handling and compact dimensions. With its December 1943 Underwood barrel, Intertype-produced receiver, and mix of wartime and arsenal replacement components, this rifle represents a classic example of a service carbine that saw continued maintenance and support throughout its operational life. To better understand this M1 carbine please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.