IBM M1 Carbine I.B.M. .30 Semi Automatic Rifle 4 Mags 2 Pouches Bayonet C&R

SOLD FOR: $1575

LSB#: 210924WL68

Make: IBM. The International Business Machines Corporation, USA

Model: M1 Carbine

Serial Number: 3756108

Year of Manufacture: October to December, 1943 (page 29 of Scott Duff’s book The M1 Carbine Owner’s Guide). Barrel Date: November, 1943

Caliber: .30 Carbine

Action Type: Semi Auto, Detachable Magazine

Markings: There is no import mark. The top front of the receiver is marked “U.S. CARBINE / CAL. 30 M1” and the top rear is marked “I.B.M. CORP. / 3725856”. The barrel is marked “I.B.M. CORP. / 11 – 43 / flaming bomb” and “P”. The left rear of the trigger group is marked “W” which is a Winchester mark (page 78 of Craig Riesch’s book, U.S. M1 Carbines Wartime Production 7th Edition). The hammer is marked “WA” which is a post WWII rebuild mark (page 90 & 185). The Type IV magazine release is marked “M” which is a USGI replacement part (pages 100-101). The rotary safety is marked “circled S” which is a post WWII rebuild mark (page 95). The inside of the operating slide is marked “.U.” which is an Underwood mark (page 65). The bolt is marked “EM-B” on the right lug which is an IBM mark (page 36). The front sight is marked “T R” which is an Underwood mark (page 57). The Type II rear sight is marked “PI” which was used by Underwood and Saginaw Gear (pages 29). The Type III barrel band is marked “AI” which is an Inland mark (page 59). The sling well is unmarked which is consistent with Winchester (page 108-109). The right side of the butt is marked with a “crossed cannons” cartouche. The inside of the handguard is marked “Q-RMC” which is a Quality Hardware mark (page 138). Two of the magazines are marked “U” which is listed as a miscellaneous mark. The 3rd magazine is marked “OI B” which is an IBM mark (page 142 -143). The 30 round magazine is unmarked. The mag pouch on the rifle is marked “U.S.” on the front flap and “G. & R. CO. / 1943” on the rear. The extra mag pouch is marked “U.S.” on the front flap and “AVERY 1943” on the rear. The M4 style Knife Bayonet crosspiece is marked “2833201”.

Barrel Length: Approximately 18 Inches

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a post set between two protective wings. The rear sight is a Type II adjustable aperture assembly.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The hardwood stock has a pistol grip, Type III barrel band with sling loop & bayonet lug, sling well, sling pass through, and a metal buttplate. The buttplate shows scrapes, small scratches, and discoloration from oxidation. The wood shows several small scrapes and scratches. Some have damaged small portions of the surface wood. Most of these marks have been oiled. The LOP measures 13 ? inches from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The stock rates in about Very Good Plus overall condition.

Type of Finish: Parkerized

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The muzzle & grooves are gray. The riffling is deep. There is fouling and intermittent erosion at the muzzle and in the grooves. The bore shows an M.E. of 2.5.

Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 85% of its metal finish. The metal shows scrapes, small scratches, and light thinning on the leading edges of the metal. The barrel shows discoloration from oxidation and a spot of light surface erosion. The right side of the receiver and bolt show thinning consistent with cycling. Most of the markings are well defined. The markings at the front of the barrel are faded. Overall, this rifle rates in about Very Good condition.

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.
The bayonet mounts the rifle properly.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories:The rifle comes with a (non USGI) M4 style Knife Bayonet & Belt Scabbard, green canvas sling, 2 green canvas dual mag pouches, three 15 round magazines, and a 30 round magazine.
The bayonet metal shows light scrapes & dried grease residue. The belt scabbard shows scrapes and light soiling. The bayonet & scabbard are in about Very Good Plus condition. The new production sling shows fraying at the bottom tab. It is in about Very Good Plus to Fine condition. The mag pouch on the rifle is in Fine condition. The extra mag pouch shows light soiling and light fading. It is in about Very Good Plus to Fine condition. The three 15 round magazines show light marks and are in Fine condition. The 30 round magazine shows scrapes, thin scratches and a freckling of oxidation. It is in Very Good condition.
The 15 round and 30 round magazines are not available to residents of California or any other state with magazine capacity restrictions.

Our Assessment:  The M1 Carbine was developed and produced after WWII started. Over 6 million were made by a number of U.S. companies to assist with the all out war effort. The M1 Carbine was widely issued to U.S. Military Forces which numbered over 16 million during WWII. The M1 Carbine contributed greatly to U.S. efforts during WWII.
The International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) was one of several contractors who tooled up during WWII to produce M1 Carbines in support of the war effort. IBM only produced about 5.7% of the total number of WWII M1 Carbines. IBM’s low production numbers make IBM M1 Carbines quite desirable.
This IBM M1 Carbine was made back in 1943. It has been rebuilt but still retains several of its original IBM parts including its IBM marked barrel. This wartime military rifle is over 75 years old and is still in Very Good condition. It should keep you smiling out at the range.  It comes with three 15 round magazines, a 30 round magazine, 2 mag pouches, and a non USGI M4 style Knife Bayonet & Scabbard. Good luck.