Italian Beretta BM-59 19″ .308 Semi Auto Detachable Magazine Fed Rifle C&R
SOLD FOR:$1,701.00
LSB#: LSB260409MF009
Make: Pietro Beretta
Model: M1 Garand
Serial Number: 604322
Year of Manufacture: Circa 1971. C&R
Caliber: .30-06 Springfield
Action Type: Semi Auto, En Bloc Clip Fed
Markings:
Receiver: “P. BERETTA BM-59 604322″ on the left rear flank that is very faint.
Trigger Group: “6528290-SA”
Hammer: “646008-5 SA”
Safety: “SA-11”
Trigger Guard: Un-marked
Clip Latch: Un-marked
Receiver Leg: “C14B H D 282091-17” and “604322”
Op Rod: “P.B. BM-59 6535382 PB”.
Bolt: “D-28287-12 SA S-06” with a diamond.
Barrel: “SLIMA 1971-308″
Windage Knob: “WRIGHT” and “LEFT” twice with arrows.
Elevation knob: “2-12” and “CHI”.
Gas Tube: Un-marked
Front Sight: Un-marked
Gas Lock: Un-marked
The front of the gas plug: “PB-BM59”
The butt pad: “BERETTA ITALY”
The inside of the stock: “2636”
The rear band is marked “PB”.
The magazine “PB BM59”, The other magazine is un-marked.
Barrel Length: Approximately 19″, 21.5″ with the muzzle device.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade set between two protective wings. The rear sight is a fully adjustable aperture sight.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The hardwood stock has a semi-pistol grip, metal nose cap, two sling loops, and a rubber butt pad with metal door; however the stock was not drilled for storage. The LOP measures 13 inches from the front of the trigger to the back of the butt pad. The butt pad has dry rotted, is very brittle and is actively falling apart. The hand guard shows several cracks near the rear band. The stock shows no chips or cracks. The wood shows scattered surface level lines and compressions. Overall the stock set is in about Fair+-Good condition.
Type of Finish: Parkerized
Finish Originality: Refinished
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no pitting or erosion. The edges of the grooves show some minor fouling. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9/10.
Overall Condition: The rifle retains 90% of its metal finish. The bolt and friction surfaces of the action show some rub wear. The bolt shows some discoloration from age. The gas tube shows the majority of the finish loss. The muzzle device shows some surface rust. The sling rings show discoloration and some surface rust. The markings range from clear to faint. The screw heads are sharp. Overall this rifle is in Good-Good+ condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle includes two magazines. One of the magazines is in excellent condition. The other magazine shows discoloration and surface rust with pitting. This magazine is in Fair condition.
Our Assessment: This Beretta BM-59, manufactured by Beretta circa 1971, is a rifle design derived from the legendary M1 Garand and chambered in .308 Winchester / 7.62×51 NATO. This example is fitted with a 19-inch SLIMA-marked barrel and feeds from detachable 20-round box magazines, one of the major improvements over the original Garand design. The BM-59 retained the strength and reliability of the M1 action while incorporating a detachable magazine system, traditional sights, and other modernized features that made it a highly effective postwar battle rifle.
This rifle is fitted with traditional wood furniture, giving it the classic appearance associated with Cold War-era military arms while maintaining the robust feel of its Garand heritage. The BM-59 is widely regarded as one of the most successful Garand evolutions ever produced, offering the familiar handling characteristics of the M1 while adding the convenience of detachable magazines. As a Beretta-produced rifle, this example represents an important piece of military firearms history and an interesting bridge between World War II-era designs and the battle rifles of the Cold War period. To better understand this rifle please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.