H&R Harrington & Richardson M1 Garand .30-06 Rifle All Matching HRA C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,111.00
LSB#: WY241009TC002
Make: Harrington & Richardson (H&R) Arms Company
Model: M1 Garand
Serial Number: 5782331
Year of Manufacture: The receiver was made towards the end of H&R’s production run. Barrel Date 2-1952.
Caliber: .30-06 Springfield
Action Type: Semi Auto, En Bloc Clip Fed
Markings:
Receiver: “U.S. RIFLE / CAL. .30 M1 / H. & R. ARMS CO. / 5782331”
Trigger Group: “6528290-HRA N”
Hammer: “HRA 5546008”
Safety: “HRA”
Follower: No markings.
Receiver Leg: “Z 6528291”.
Op Rod: “6535382 HRA”
Bolt: “6528287 H.R.A. / U.W. 058”
Barrel: “Q HRA-2-52 RS67 P”.
The front of the gas plug is marked “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, a “6” on the pommel and a DOD cartouche on the left flank in front of the wrist.
The bayonet is marked “U.S. M5A1 / MILPAR COL”
The scabbard is marked “U.S.M8A1 PWH”
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 stock shows moderate scratches, depressions, and scuffs throughout the wood. There is a chip in the stock behind the trigger guard and a small chip in the belly in front of the bottom metal. There are no visible cracks in the stock. The handguards also show moderate to heavy scratches, and compressions, with several large dents. The forward handguard has a crack forming at the one o’clock position from the rear band. The buttplate shows scratches and dings, has lost all its finish and the checkering is semi dull except on the door where it is still mostly sharp. Overall the stock and handguards rate in about Good condition for C&R given their age.
Type of Finish: Parkerized
Finish Originality: Original.
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is defined. There is no visible erosion in the bore. There is some minor fouling from use. According to our gauges the muzzle reads at 2.5 and the throat at 3.5. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 7/10.
Overall Condition: The rifle retains about 90% of its finish. The barrel shows the majority of the finish loss along with the gas plug. The bolt and receiver show only minimal rub wear on the friction surfaces. The trigger guard edges have lost their finish and the bottom metal shows some surface rust freckling. The metal finish has mostly turned green from age. The screw heads are sharp with slightly tool marked slots. The markings are clear. Overall this rifle is in Very Good condition for C&R given its age.
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 the bayonet, bayonet scabbard and 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. 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 example is in Very Good condition with basically all non refinished parts, and has all of the visible parts made by HRA which is something this writer has never seen before. To better understand this M1 Please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.
