H&R Harrington & Richardson CMP Service Grade M1 Garand .30-06 Rifle C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,441.00
LSB#: LSB260430DE004
Make: Harrington & Richardson (H&R) Arms Company
Model: M1 Garand
Serial Number: 5645559
Year of Manufacture: The receiver was made towards the last third of H&R’s production run. Barrel Date February 1955
Caliber: .30-06 Springfield
Action Type: Semi Auto, En Bloc Clip Fed
Markings:
Receiver: “U.S. RIFLE / CAL. .30 M1 / H. & R. ARMS CO. / 5645559”
Trigger Group: “6528290-HRA N”
Hammer: “HRA 5546008”
Safety: “HRA”
Follower: unmarked
Receiver Leg: “S 6528291”.
Op Rod: “6535382 HRA” .
Bolt: “6529287 HRA -U-” an Underwood bolt.
Barrel: “3 LMR D6535448 2 55 A40 P M”. This is a Line Material Co barrel.
Gas plug: “P HRA”
The right side of the rear sight adjustment knob is marked “HRA-W” with “LEFT” in two places with two counter clockwise arrows.
The elevation knob is marked 2-12 in increments of 2 and “HRA”
The stock is marked with a circle “P” acceptance stamp on the grip and a DOD cartouche on the left flank in front of the wrist.
Barrel Length: 24″
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, stacking loop, and a metal butt plate with hinged metal door for storage in the buttstock. The LOP measures 13 inches from the front of the trigger to the back of the butt plate. The wood has been partially sanded and refinished. The rear upper handguard has two cracks forming and is missing a chip. The wood shows scattered compressions, lines, and nicks. There is a chip missing from the grip that has been partially sanded down. The butt plate shows rub wear around the edges, has lost most of its finish, and has a strong door spring. There is debris in the checkering. Overall the stock and handguards rate in about Good+ condition.
Type of Finish: Parkerized
Finish Originality: Original.
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is very well defined. There is no visible erosion/pitting in the bore. The CMP grading tag shows a muzzle of 0+ and a throat of 2. According to our gauges the muzzle reads at 0+ and the throat at about a 2. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9.25/10.
Overall Condition: The rifle retains about 94% of its finish. The friction surfaces of the bolt and receiver show minor rub wear. The edges of the trigger guard, muzzle, rear sight, and receiver show the majority of the finish loss. The finish shows some minor discoloration from age. The action is smooth. The screw heads are sharp and the markings are clear. Overall this rifle is in about Very Good-Very Good+ condition. Correct for a CMP Service Grade rifle.
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 a grading tag, yellow chamber flag, CMP bag, and a manual.
Our Assessment: This Harrington & Richardson M1 Garand was manufactured during the final years of U.S. M1 Garand production and is fitted with a highly desirable Line Material Company (LMR) barrel dated February 1955. Harrington & Richardson was one of the contractors selected to produce the Garand during the Korean War era, while LMR earned an outstanding reputation for producing some of the finest and most accurate barrels ever installed on the platform. Adopted by the U.S. Army in 1936, the M1 Garand revolutionized infantry firepower with its rugged gas-operated action and eight-round en bloc clip, serving with distinction through World War II and the Korean War. Its legendary performance inspired General George S. Patton to famously declare, “In my opinion, the M1 rifle is the greatest battle implement ever devised.”
This rifle was sold by the Civilian Marksmanship Program as a Service Grade rifle in 2013. Service Grade Garands were selected for their sound mechanical condition, strong bores, and overall suitability for regular shooting while still retaining their historic military character. The combination of a Harrington & Richardson receiver and the sought-after February 1955 LMR barrel makes this an especially desirable example for collectors and shooters alike. Whether appreciated for its historical significance or enjoyed on the range, this CMP Service Grade Garand represents one of the finest iterations of America’s iconic battle rifle. To better understand this M1 Please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.