Springfield CMP Expert Grade M1 Garand .308 Win Conversion Semi-Auto Rifle

SOLD FOR: $2,130.00

LSB#: LSB251121DB015

Make: Springfield Armory

Model: Expert Grade M1 Garand 308 conversion. 

Serial Number: 4210674

Year of Manufacture: Receiver 1952-1954, Barrel Date 04/2023. 

Caliber: 308 Win. 

Action Type: Semi Auto, 8 round en bloc clip fed

Markings: 
Receiver: “U.S. RIFLE / CAL. .30 M1 / SPRINGFIELD/ ARMORY / 4210674”

Receiver Leg: “A32B D 6528291 42 C”

Op-rod: “D35382 SA”
Trigger Group: “D28290-14-SA” 
Hammer: “6546008 IHC”
Safety: “SA-11”
Follower: “12” 
Barrel: “CBI 308 11010457 1-10 .093 04/23 6J” 
Bolt: “6528287 HRA -U-”.  

The Stock has a CMP Cartouche Stamp. 

Barrel Length: Approximately 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 is marked “LEFT arrow” twice and “DRC”. The elevation knob is marked from 2-12 in increments of 2.   

Stock Configuration & Condition: The wood stock has a semi-pistol grip, metal nose caps, stacking loop, double sling loops, and a metal butt plate with hinged door for storage. The LOP measures 13.25” from the front of the trigger to the back of the butt plate. This CMP replacement stock and handguards show some very minor handling marks with a few light compressions and surface level lines. There are no chips or cracks. The forward handguard is slightly loose. The butt plate shows very minor rub wear. The door spring is strong and the checkering is sharp. Overall the stock set is in Excellent condition.   

Type of Finish: Parkerized

Finish Originality: Original to replacement parts, original GI parts are refinished.   

Bore Condition: This rifle had the barrel replaced with a Criterion Barrel sometime after 2023. The bore is bright, the rifling is sharp, there is no erosion in the bore. The barrel shows some very minor copper fouling. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 10/10.   

Overall Condition: The rifle retains 99% of its metal finish. There is some extremely minor rub wear on the friction surfaces of the bolt. The finish has some very minor handling wear scattered throughout that in this writer’s opinion can be mostly cleaned off. The markings are clear and the screwheads are sharp. The rear sight panel and the clip latch both have small spots of discoloration. Overall the rifle is in Excellent to Like New condition.    

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 hard case with foam, Certificate of authenticity, CMP chamber flag, en bloc clip, manual and paperwork.    

Our Assessment: This Springfield Armory M1 Garand features a receiver manufactured between 1952 and 1954, placing it firmly in late U.S. service production. The rifle was professionally converted to .308 Winchester by the Civilian Marksmanship Program, a popular and practical configuration that offers excellent accuracy, reduced recoil, and wide ammunition availability while retaining the original Garand operating system and handling characteristics.

The conversion includes a 2023-dated Criterion Barrel, known for outstanding consistency and precision, and the rifle was sold as an Expert Grade example. It is fitted with a new CMP production stock set installed in 2023, giving the rifle a near-new mechanical and cosmetic presentation. Overall, this is one of the closest ways to own a “like-new” Garand with modern shootability, combining late-production Springfield history with current-generation CMP workmanship. Please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.