National Ordnance M1 Carbine .30 Cal Semi Automatic Rifle 1965-69 C&R
Sold For: $1,400
LSB#: 200722AS01
Make: National Ordnance. El Monte, California
Model: M1 Carbine
Serial Number: 7198
Year of Manufacture: 1965-1969 (m1carbinesinc.com/carbine_NATORD3.HTML)
Caliber: .30 Carbine
Action Type: Semi Auto, Detachable Magazine
Markings: The top of the receiver is marked “U.S. CARBINE / CAL. 30 M1” on the front, “NAT’L ORD/ INC” on the rear, and with the serial number just ahead of the rear sight. The right rear of the trigger group is marked “BE-B” which was used by IBM and Standard Products (page 78 of Craig Riesch’s book, U.S. M1 Carbines Wartime Production). The magazine release is marked “WA / M” which is a post WWII rebuild mark (page 98 & 184). The rotary safety is marked “S in a circle” which is a Post WWII rebuild mark (page 95 & 185). The inside of the operating slide is marked with a faded “PI” which is an Inland mark (page 65). The bolt is marked “.U.” under the left lug which is an Underwood mark (page 36). The Type II rear sight is marked “SA” which is a post WWII rebuild mark (page 29-30). The Type III barrel band is marked “Q” which is is a post WWII rebuild mark (page 59 & 185); the lug markings have been lost. The inside of the recoil plate is marked “DI” which is an Inland mark (page 135). The sling well is marked “LW” which is an Underwood mark (pages 108-109). The rear of the magazine is marked “K-I” which is an Inland mark (page 142-143).
Barrel Length: Approximately 18 Inches
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a bladed post set between two protective wings. The rear sight is a Type II aperture assembly.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The hardwood stock has a pistol grip, light colored handguard, Type III barrel band with sling loop & bayonet lug, sling well, sling pass through, and a metal buttplate. The buttplate shows light scrapes. The wood shows scrapes and scratches that have been finished over. Some of the marks have damaged small portions of the finish. The sling buckle has removed finish near the barrel band. The LOP measures 13 ¼ inches from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The stock rates in about Very Good Plus to Fine overall condition as refinished.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright; semi bright near the muzzle.The rifling is crisp. There is no visible erosion. There is fouling near the muzzle that should clean up.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 96% of its metal finish. The metal shows light scrapes and some small scratches. The bolt and right side of the receiver show thinning consistent with cycling. Most of the markings are deep. Overall, this rifle rates in about Very Good Plus to Fine 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: The rifle comes with a 15 round magazine. It shows scrapes and small spots of light surface erosion. It is in about Very Good condition.
The magazine is not available to residents of California or any jurisdiction with magazine capacity restrictions.
Our Assessment: This National Ordnance M1 Carbine was made in the state of California between 1965 and 1969. This M1 Carbine uses a National Ord. barrel & receiver and lots of USGI parts. It is not as “collectible” as M1 Carbines made with all USGI parts but functions similarly and should be a ton of fun to shoot. For more on the history of the company see m1carbinesinc.com/carbine_NATORD3.HTML.
CA Legal or CA Private Party Transferable? (THIS SECTION DOES NOT APPLY TO OUT-OF-STATE RESIDENTS): This C&R rifle can be transferred in California. All C&R firearms must be transferred through your local dealer OR at our Simi Valley location; we cannot ship directly to a C&R holder in California. Out of state residents can disregard this section – your local laws apply.
The magazine is not available to residents of California or any jurisdiction with magazine capacity restrictions.
