Winchester Repeating Arms M1 Carbine .30 Cal 18” Semi-auto Rifle 1945 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,352.89
WOA#: WY240406WM025
Make: Winchester
Model: M1 Carbine
Serial Number: 6610814
Year of Manufacture: 1945
Caliber: .30 Carbine
Action Type: Semi Automatic rifle fed by Detachable Magazines.
Markings:
The top-rear of the receiver is marked “WINCHESTER / 6610814”
The top-front of the receiver is marked “U.S. CARBINE”, “CAL .30 M1”.
The barrel is marked with a “PW” Mandatory Winchester firing proof. The barrel flat is marked with a “T”.
The barrel band is Marked “JMQ”
The front sight is unmarked
The bottom of the trigger guard is marked “V”
The rear sight is marked with a Shield “H” for Hemphill MFG CO.
The magazine release button is marked “M”.
The hammer is marked “W” for Winchester
The trigger group is marked “W” for Winchester
The Safety is marked ““EW”” for Eaton Pond CO.
The slide is marked “7160091”
The right side of the stock has an Ordnance wheel and the sling cut is stamped with “W” for Winchester.
The lug is stamped with a “W” for Winchester
The upper handguard is marked “W” for Winchester
Barrel Length: 18”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a bladed post set between two protective wings. The rear sight is a late type sliding adjustable aperture sight with knurled adjustment 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 bayonet lug, and a cross bolt safety. The LOP is 13.25” from the front of the trigger to the rear of the buttplate. The upper handguard shows almost no signs of wear with no chips or cracks. The metal buttplate has lost some of its finish and has begun to develop surface rust. The stock shows small scrapes, compressions, and lines throughout with a small chip missing from the pommel. There are no cracks in the stock. Overall the stock is in Very Good condition for C&R.
Type of Finish: Parkerized and blued.
Finish Originality: Original.
Bore Condition: The bore is very bright and the rifling is 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. There is finish loss on the friction surfaces of the bolt and receiver. Where the metal has retained the finish it has begun to turn green and brown from oil and age. The inside of the magazine well has begun to develop surface rust so has the sling ring, and front sight. The front of the barrel has developed some patches of patina as well. The screw heads are sharp, and the markings are clear. Overall this rifle is in Good condition for C&R given its age.
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.
