Winchester Repeating Arms M1 Carbine .30 Cal 18” Semi-auto Rifle 1943 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,335.00
WOA#: WY240406WM011
Make: Winchester
Model: M1 Carbine
Serial Number: 1169484
Year of Manufacture: 1943
Caliber: .30 Carbine
Action Type: Semi Automatic rifle fed by Detachable Magazines.
Markings:
The top-rear of the receiver is marked “WINCHESTER / 1169484”
The top-front of the receiver is marked “U.S. CARBINE”, “CAL .30 M1”.
The barrel is marked with a “W”
The front barrel band is unmarked.
The front sight is unmarked
The bottom of the trigger guard is marked “12”
The rear sight is marked “SA” and an ordnance wheel.
The magazine release button is unmarked.
The hammer is marked “W”
The trigger group is marked “W”
The right side of the stock has had letters carved into it I believe they read “EVEIYN” and the left side of the stock has been branded with “IDA”.
The lug is stamped with a “W”
Barrel Length: 18”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a bladed post set between 2 protective wings. The rear sight is a late type sliding adjustable aperture sight dovetailed to the receiver.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock on this rifle is an Oval cut, High wood stock with an early type 1 two rivet handguard, a type 1 barrel band, and a cross bolt safety. The nose of the stock has a large piece missing from it, the handguard has a large chip out of the top that has been filled in with oil. The rest of the stock shows dings, scratches, compressions and of course the carving and branding. There is also a small crack coming from the screw in the lug. Overall the stock is in Fair condition as C&R.
Type of Finish: Parkerized
Finish Originality: Original.
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is well defined. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 8/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains 75% of its original finish. The metal surfaces show finish loss and patina scattered throughout, with wear on the friction surfaces and the bolt. The screw heads are sharp and the markings are mostly clear. Overall this rifle is in about Good condition considering the quality of the bore.
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: None.
Our Assessment: The M1 Carbine, a marvel of American ingenuity, emerged from the urgent demands of World War II, forever changing the landscape of military firearms. Born from a critical need for a weapon lighter than the standard M1 Garand yet more potent than the pistols and submachine guns of the era, the M1 Carbine was a game-changer. It was the brainchild of a design competition won by a team led by the ingenious David “Carbine” Williams of Winchester Repeating Arms Company. Chambered for the new, efficient .30 Carbine round, it struck a perfect balance between power and portability.
Weighing a mere 5 pounds, the M1 Carbine was a paragon of versatility and ease. Its lightweight design made it a favorite among airborne troops, officers, and support units — anyone for whom agility was paramount. The Carbine’s detachable magazine, a novel feature at the time, allowed for swift reloading, enhancing its utility in the fast-paced combat of World War II. With effective range and firepower, it adeptly filled the gap between sidearms and the more cumbersome service rifles.
Post-war, the M1 Carbine’s legacy blossomed beyond military use, finding favor with civilians for hunting, self-defense, and sport shooting, bolstered by the surplus rifles flooding the market. Today, it stands not just as a piece of military history, but as a testament to innovative wartime engineering. Collectors and history buffs treasure the M1 Carbine for its significant role in shaping modern warfare, making it a revered icon in the pantheon of American firearms. Please see our photos and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.
