Springfield Armory CMP RM1 M1 Garand MK2 MOD 0 7.62 H&R Conversion 1943 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,277.00
LSB#: WY240908DL023
Make: Springfield Armory
Model: M1 Garand
Serial Number: 1747364
Year of Manufacture: Receiver July 1943, Barrel date 7-1943, sold by the CMP in 2024
Caliber: 7.62 NATO
Action Type: Semi Auto, En Bloc Clip Fed
Markings:
Receiver: “U.S. RIFLE / CAL. .30 M1 / SPRINGFIELD / ARMORY / 1747364”
Trigger Group: “D28290-14-SA”
Hammer: “D46008-7 SA”
Safety: “SA-11”
Follower: “12”.
Receiver Leg: “C47 D28291 29 9” with a Diamond.
Op Rod: “77907722 SA”
Barrel: “H&R G 7.62 NATO 1-S-A-7-43 P”
Bolt: “D28287-12 SA W98”
Stock: The right flank of the butt is marked “54”. The bottom of the pommel is marked “RA-P” with a small Ordnance wheel. This is a Raritan Arsenal Rebuild mark.
Barrel Length: 24”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade set between two protective wings. The rear sight is a fully adjustable aperture sight set between two protective wings. The windage knob has one “LEFT” marking still visible; the rest has worn off. The elevation knob is marked from “2-12” in increments of 2.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The hardwood stock has a traditional grip, metal nose caps, a stacking loop, two sling loops and a metal buttplate with hinged door for storage in the butt. The LOP measures 13” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The wood on the stock shows moderate to heavy marks, dents, impact marks, dings, punch marks, and gouges throughout. There is a chip missing from the heel of the butt and one missing from right in front of the charging handle when in battery. There are no visible cracks in the stock. The handguards show much lighter wear with a large punch mark on the right side of the rear handguard, and some scattered smaller marks. Remarkably there are no chips or cracks in the handguards. The metal buttplate retains most of its finish, has mostly dull checkering except for the door where it is still mostly sharp. The door in the butt functions correctly. The edges of the metal show mild scratches and wear. Overall the handguards are in Very Good condition while the stock is in Good condition.
Type of Finish: Parkerized
Finish Originality: Refinished and Original.
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp there is no visible erosion in the bore. The feed ramps are clean. According to the CMP tag the muzzle reads at a 1+ and the throat at a 7. I believe this is a mistake made by the CMP evaluator. They used a 308 throat erosion gauge to measure a 30-06 conversion barrel. These conversion barrels have a spacer set in the chamber to make up for the cartridge length gap between 30-06 and 7.62. If you measure the throat with a 308 gauge it will always read worse than it actually is due to the spacer. According to our gauges the muzzle reads at a 1 and the throat, using what I believe to be the proper method to measure the throat erosion reads at a 2+. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 95% of its metal finish. The trigger guard shows only minor wear. The receiver and barrel have turned green with age. There is some minor scattered rust freckling in the finish. The bolt and receiver show very minor wear on the friction surfaces. The markings are clear and the screw heads are sharp. Overall this gun is in Very Good condition for C&R given its age.
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 foam padded cardboard box, CMP inspection tag, CMP Certificate of authenticity, paperwork, manual, cable lock with keys and En-bloc clip.
Our Assessment: This Springfield Armory M1 Garand, produced in July 1943 during World War II, holds historical significance as one of the iconic service rifles of the era. This specific rifle, equipped with its original 1943 Springfield barrel, was later converted to a Mk 2 Mod 0 configuration in 7.62 NATO by Harrington & Richardson (H&R), reflecting its postwar adaptation for modern military use. The Mk 2 Mod 0 program was initiated by the U.S. Navy, which sought to chamber M1 Garands in the then-new 7.62 NATO cartridge to maintain compatibility with other NATO forces and ammunition standardization.
The conversion process included modifying the barrel and chamber dimensions to accommodate the shorter 7.62 NATO round, initially and in this case achieved by installing a chamber insert. Later models were converted by rebarreling the rifle entirely. H&R, a reputable manufacturer and contractor for U.S. military arms, performed this work under stringent specifications. The rifle retains the same robust action and battle-tested design of the original Garand but benefits from the ballistic characteristics of the 7.62 NATO cartridge, including reduced recoil.
Sold by the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) in 2024, this rifle features a very clean bore, a testament to its careful maintenance and inspection during its lifetime. CMP rifles, particularly those with historical modifications like the Mk 2 Mod 0, are highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts for their unique place in military history. This specific example combines the WWII heritage of Springfield Armory production with the post war modifications by H&R, making it a fascinating artifact of two distinct periods in U.S. military history. Its provenance as a CMP sale further ensures its authenticity and adds to its collectible value. To better understand this MK2 MOD 0 Garand please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.
