International Business Machine Co. IBM M1 Carbine MFD 1944 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,076.00
WOA#: WY240714LP140
Make: International Business Machine Corp., IBM
Model: M1 Carbine
Serial Number: 3679905
Year of Manufacture: January to March 1944
Caliber: .30 Cal Carbine
Action Type: Semi-Automatic carbine fed by detachable magazines.
Markings:
The top of the receiver is marked, “U.S. CARBINE CAL. 30 M1 / I.B.M. CORP. / 3679905”. There is also “X1181” marked on the flat in front of the rear sight.
The Trigger Group is marked with “INLAND” an Inland Division Part
The magazine release is marked “CCM”.
The rear sight is marked Shield “H”-Hemphill MFG. Co.
The barrel band is marked with an “AI” for AUTOYRE-INLAND, an Inland division part.
The hammer is marked “LT-Q” for Ludlow Typograph
The barrel is marked with “P” about 3” back from the front sight. Just behind the front sight is marked “UNDERWOOD 2-44” with a flaming Bomb.
The front sight is marked with a “RIA” on the left side for Rock Island Armory.
The bottom of the Slide is marked “ROCK-OLA”
The Rotary safety is marked “CM”
The Stock is marked “SA” for Springfield Armory, a replacement stock.
The Lug is unmarked
Barrel Length: 18″
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a fixed blade set between protective ears. The rear sight is the later style sliding aperture sight with a serrated windage knob dovetailed to the receiver.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is an Oval cut, low wood, type 3 barrel band with bayonet lug, four rivet upper handguard, with a later style rotary safety and a checkered metal buttplate. The LOP measures about 13.25” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The stock is a replacement stock and it shows a minimal amount of scratches, lines and compressions. There are no chips or cracks. The handguard shows basically no wear with only very minor lines in the wood. The metal buttplate has semi-sharp checkering, has lost most of its finish and turned brown / green with age / patina . Overall the Stock is in Fine Condition for C&R considering its age.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: None
Type of Finish: Parkerized
Finish Originality: Refinished and Original.
Bore Condition: The bore is bright, with defined rifling and very minor visible erosion on the lands. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 7.5/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 95% of its refinished metal finish. There is wear on the friction surfaces of the receiver, bolt and slide. The trigger group has begun to turn green / brown with age and patina. The bottom of the muzzle shows some discoloration from old oil. The front sight has some scratches and dings in the wings. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are faint in some areas and clear in others. Overall this rifle is in about Good condition for C&R.
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.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle includes a green canvas sling.
Our Assessment: The M1 Carbine manufactured by IBM (International Business Machines Corporation) is one of the more unique and historically significant versions of the iconic World War II-era firearm. The M1 Carbine was developed as a lightweight, easy-to-handle semi-automatic rifle intended for support troops, such as paratroopers, artillery crews, and other personnel who needed a reliable weapon but didn’t require the full firepower of the M1 Garand. IBM, known today as a leading technology company, was one of ten primary contractors selected to produce the M1 Carbine during World War II. The U.S. military’s urgent need for weapons led to the enlistment of various companies outside the traditional arms manufacturing industry, which included IBM. IBM’s manufacturing of the M1 Carbine was notable for its precision and adherence to strict quality control standards. The company’s experience in manufacturing complex machinery and precision instruments translated well into producing firearms, ensuring that IBM-made carbines were reliable and met the military’s rigorous specifications. The M1 Carbine itself is chambered in .30 Carbine and is known for its relatively light recoil, making it easy to shoot accurately. It has an 18-inch barrel and typically weighs 5.2 pounds, making it considerably lighter and more compact than the M1 Garand. The M1 Carbine was praised for its maneuverability and was highly valued by soldiers in various theaters of war. Today, IBM-manufactured M1 Carbines are sought after by collectors due to their historical significance and the unique story of their production. The fact that a company primarily associated with business machines was involved in manufacturing firearms for the war effort adds an interesting layer to the history of this M1 Carbine. The inclusion of the Underwood barrel, Underwood primarily known for manufacturing typewriters, and the Rock-OLA slide, Rock OLA- known for making Juke Boxes adds even more layers to the history of this rifle. In conclusion this IBM-manufactured M1 Carbine is not only a functional piece of military history but also a symbol of American industrial ingenuity and the collective effort that contributed to the Allied victory in World War II. Please see our photos and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.
