H&R Harrington & Richardson M1 Garand CMP Service Grade .30-06 Rifle C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,401.00
LSB#: LSB250731KE007
Make: Harrington & Richardson (H&R) Arms Company
Model: M1 Garand
Serial Number: 4798113
Year of Manufacture: 1954, July 1954 (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. / 4798113”
Trigger Group: “6528290-HRA N”
Hammer: “HRA 5546008”
Safety: “HRA”
Follower: Unmarked
Receiver Leg: “6528291”.
Op Rod: “6535382 HRA”
Bolt: “6528287 HRA / -U-”
Barrel: “HRA D6535448 7 -54 RS52 P M z” with a DOD cartouche.
The front of the gas tube is marked “HRA O”
The right side of the rear sight adjustment knob is marked “DRC” with “LEFT” in two places with two counter clockwise arrows.
The elevation knob is marked “HRA” and 2-12 in increments of 2.
Stock: The left flank of the stock is marked with a DOD cartouche, the grip is marked with a “P” acceptance stamp.
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 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 shows scattered marks, lines, discolored spots and compressions. There are no visible cracks or chips. The butt plate has lost some of its finish and shows some surface rust forming in the checkering with some rub wear around the edges. The door spring is strong. The stock has cosmolene in the recesses. Overall the stock rates in Good+- Very Good overall condition.
Type of Finish: Parkerized
Finish Originality: Original.
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is well defined. The bore shows some barely visible pitting/lines from use on the grooves. The CMP grading tag shows a muzzle of 1 and throat of 2. According to our gauges the muzzle reads at a 1+, with a throat erosion of 1+. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9.5/10.
Overall Condition: The rifle retains about 98% of its finish. There is light operation wear on the friction surfaces on the bolt and receiver. The edges of the trigger guard show thinning and have some surface scratches. The action is smooth and all the marked parts are HRA parts. Overall, this rifle rates in about Very Good+ condition at the top end of the CMP Service Grade scale.
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 CMP green case with foam, manual, en-bloc clip, yellow chamber flag, grading card and trigger lock with keys.
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 example began its life in 1954 and retains its original 7-54 barrel. This barrel is in Excellent condition with a lot of life and days on the range left it in. Surprisingly, all the marked parts are HRA parts. The rifle and stock are also in Very Good+ condition consistent with the upper end of Service Grade grading from the CMP. This rifle will be great as a shooter or as a display piece. To better understand this M1 Please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.
