H&R Harrington & Richardson M1 Garand .30-06 LMR Barrel Rifle, 1955 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,750.00
LSB#: WY240802MH005
Make: Harrington & Richardson (H&R) Arms Company
Model: M1 Garand
Serial Number: 5624408
Year of Manufacture: 1955, 1955 (Dated Barrel).
Caliber: .30-06 Springfield
Action Type: Semi Auto, En Bloc Clip Fed
Markings:
Receiver: “U.S. RIFLE / CAL. .30 M1 / H. & R. ARMS CO. / 5624408”
Receiver Bottom: “S / 58”
Trigger Group: “6528290 – HRA N”
Hammer: “HRA 5546008”
Safety: “HRA”
Follower: No markings.
Receiver Leg: “N 6528291”
Op Rod: “6535382 HRA.”
Bolt: “6528287-H.R.A. / U.W.”
Barrel: “U LMR D6535448 2 55 A41 P M” and two other illegible marks.
The front of the gas plug is marked “PX”
The right side of the rear sight adjustment knob is marked “DRC”, with “LEFT” in two places with two counter clockwise arrows.
The stock is marked with the DOD eagle with stars cartouche on the left flank, and the circle “P” on the front of the grip.
Barrel Length: Approximately 24 Inches
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 buttplate 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 buttplate. The wood has been sanded and refinished as a result the wood shows only minor marks, lines and compressions. The rear upper handguard has a medium sized gouge in the right side about mid length. The front handguard has a hairline crack beginning to form in the left hand side. There are no notable chips. The metal buttplate has been refinished, has semi-dulled checkering and signs of minor wear under the refinish. Overall the furniture on this rifle is in Very Good to Excellent condition as refinished for C&R.
Type of Finish: Parkerized
Finish Originality: Original and refinished.
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is well defined. There is no visible erosion in the bore. Our gauges show a muzzle reading of 15+ and a throat erosion of 0-1. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9/10.
Overall Condition: The rifle retains about 98% of its finish. There is light operation wear on the friction surfaces of the bolt and receiver. The edges of the trigger guard show thinning and have some surface scratches. The gas tube and lock have lost some of their finish and have surface scratches throughout. The markings are mostly clear and the screw heads are sharp. Overall, this rifle rates in about Very Good + to Excellent 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 a Green canvas sling.
Our Assessment: Harrington & Richardson Arms Company (H&R) played a significant role in the production of M1 Garand rifles after World War II and Korea. As one of the contracted manufacturers for the U.S. military, H&R contributed to the massive effort to Re-supply American troops with this iconic firearm during the period after World War Two and the Korean war. H&R produced M1 Garands from 1953 to 1956, while they didn’t have the wartime production history of other manufacturers like Springfield Armory or Winchester, H&R rifles still became notable for their quality and reliability. Despite the cessation of hostilities, H&R continued to manufacture M1 Garands for both civilian and military use. These rifles, chambered in .30-06 Springfield, featured the same semi-automatic action and eight-round en-bloc clip as other variants of the M1 Garand. While H&R’s production numbers may have been lower compared to other manufacturers, their rifles garnered appreciation from collectors and shooters alike for their craftsmanship and performance. The H&R M1 Garands represent a distinctive chapter in the history of this legendary rifle. Their production contributed to the post-war period of rebuilding and military readiness, and their legacy endures as a testament to H&R’s contribution to American firearms manufacturing during a pivotal era.
This M1 began its life in the post war era of 1955 and was built using an LMR barrel. LMR barrels are arguably one of the best barrels made and installed in M1 Garands. They are usually found in International Harvester rifles but occasionally they are found in H&R Garands like this one. This barrel is in Excellent condition, has plenty of life left in it and should make a great shooter. For a better understanding of this M1 Garand please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.
