Standard Products M-1 Carbine U.S. .30CAL 18” Semi Auto Rifle 1943 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,280.00
WOA#: WY240517RS002
Make: Standard Products
Model: M1 Carbine
Serial Number: 2087854
Year of Manufacture: Circa September of 1943.
Caliber: .30 Carbine
Action Type: Semi Automatic firearm fed by Detachable Magazines.
Markings:
The top of the receiver: “U.S. CARBINE / CAL. .30 M1” on the front and “STD. PRO. / 2087854” on the rear. The left side of the receiver is marked “7H” below the wood line.
The top of the barrel is marked “MARLIN” and “P” stamped twice.
The right rear of the trigger group is marked “SG”.
The hammer is marked “W.I.”
The magazine release is marked “M”
The rear sight is marked “S”
The front sight is marked “PO B”
The Type IV barrel band is Marked “JI”
The bottom of the slide is marked “P”
The underside of the handguard is marked “P-U DB”
Barrel Length: Approximately 18 Inches
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a fixed post set between two protective wings. The rear sight is the early L type aperture sight. However this sight has had one of the apertures cut off and ground down into a notch style sight.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is an Oval cut, High wood, stock, with a type one two rivet handguard, Type 3 barrel band with bayonet lug, and a checkered metal buttplate. The wood shows scrapes, scratches and compression marks throughout. The handguard shows scrapes & compression marks. The LOP measures 13 inches from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. This M1 has a later flip style safety. The upper handguard no longer has the metal piece connected to the rivets so the handguard no longer stays attached to the rifle. The stock has split from the magazine well down the left side and has been glued back together. The metal buttplate had turned brown with patina. Overall the stock and handguard are in Poor Condition.
Type of Finish: Parkerized
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright with shallow rifling and no visible erosion. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 7/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 80% of its original finish although it has turned brown with patina. The lug and buttplate have been coated in some sort of gloss. The gas block appears to have been damaged and re-welded, then ground down in an attempt to repair it(Please see photos). We highly recommend not firing this rifle until it has been inspected and properly repaired by a competent Gunsmith. Overall this rifle is in Poor Condition.
Mechanics: The gas block appears to have been damaged and re-welded, then ground down in an attempt to repair it(Please see photos). We highly recommend not firing this rifle until it has been inspected and properly repaired by a competent Gunsmith. 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 Two 15 round Magazines one in good condition and one with a good amount of surface rust that is in poor condition. This rifle also includes an oiler, and green canvas sling.
Our Assessment: The Standard Products M1 Carbine, manufactured in 1943, is a piece of American military history that played a significant role during World War II and beyond. Produced by Standard Products Inc., one of the primary contractors tasked with manufacturing M1 Carbines during the war, this firearm reflects the industrial efforts of the United States to equip its troops with a lightweight, compact, and versatile rifle. The M1 Carbine was designed as a lightweight alternative to the larger and heavier M1 Garand rifle. It was intended for non-frontline troops such as officers, vehicle crews, and support personnel who required a more maneuverable firearm without sacrificing firepower. Chambered in .30 Carbine, the M1 Carbine provided soldiers with effective firepower at intermediate ranges. As a product of wartime production, the Standard Products M1 Carbine features utilitarian construction and finish. The receiver and other metal parts are typically finished with a durable parkerized coating to resist corrosion and wear. The stock is usually made from hardwood, providing a balance of strength and weight. The M1 Carbine’s design features a gas-operated, semi-automatic action, enabling rapid and accurate fire without the need for manual cycling of the action. It has a detachable box magazine, usually holding 15 or 30 rounds, allowing for quick reloads and sustained fire. The M1 Carbine’s compact size, light weight, and mild recoil made it popular among soldiers who needed a reliable and easy-to-handle firearm for close-quarters combat and as a personal defense weapon. Its versatility and reliability led to its widespread adoption by military forces around the world, and it remained in service long after World War II, seeing action in the Korean War, Vietnam War, and various conflicts thereafter. Unfortunately this example will need to be repaired before it can be used, please refer back to the mechanics or Overall condition sections of this write up. Please see our photos and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.
