Standard Products M1 Carbine Semi Auto Rifle Rock Ola Barrel 1943-44 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,550.00
LSB#: LSB250527BC014
Make: Standard Products
Model: M1 Carbine
Serial Number: 2062178
Year of Manufacture: April 1943-May 1944.
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. / 2062178” on the rear. The left side of the receiver is marked “8” below the wood line.
The top of the barrel is marked “ROCK-OLA” with a “P” about 5 inches back from the front sight. The right side of the gas block is marked “ROCK-OLA”. The left side of the chamber has a flaming bomb. The flat has a “2”.
The front sight is marked “-U-” Underwood
The barrel band is marked with a “D” in a diamond. Post War rebuild mark.
The rear sight is marked “PI” Packard Inland
The inside of the slide is marked “AOB” IBM
The top of the bolt “2178”
The trigger housing is marked “N 16” NPM
The rotary safety is marked “CM” a post war rebuild part.
The magazine catch is marked “M”
The hammer is marked “H.I.” for Hemphill MFG CO.
The sear is marked “R.I.” – Inland part.
The lug is marked “SG” Saginaw Gear
The sling well is marked “IO” for Inland Overton. The grip has two “P” acceptance stamps. The right flank has an ordnance wheel. The left flank is marked “AAA” for Augusta Arsenal.
The upper handguard is stamped “JL-B” Jamestown Lounge Co.
Barrel Length: Approximately 18 Inches
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 on this rifle is an oval cut, low wood stock with a two rivet handguard, a type three barrel band with bayonet lug, and a rotary safety. The LOP is 13.25” from the front of the trigger to the rear of the buttplate. The wood shows lines, compressions and nicks throughout. The wood also shows scattered small chips along the edges of the wood. There are no visible cracks. The wood has been sanded and refinished. The metal buttplate shows finish loss and rub wear around the edges. The checkering is sharp. Overall the stock is in Good+ condition.
Type of Finish: Parkerized / Blued
Finish Originality: Original.
Bore Condition: The bore is very bright with defined rifling. There are some faint lines from use but no visible erosion. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 8.5/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its finish. The trigger group, bolt, and receiver all show surprisingly little wear. The finish has turned green with age. There is some minor finish loss on the wings of the front sight. The marking on the barrel is a little faded but is still visible. The markings are mostly clear and the screw heads are sharp. Overall the rifle is in about Very Good 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: None.
Our Assessment: This Standard Products M1 Carbine was manufactured between April 1943 and May 1944. It is built on an original Standard Products receiver and fitted with a Rock-Ola barrel marked with the correct “P” proof and flaming bomb ordnance mark. Like many carbines that went through postwar rebuild programs, this rifle is composed of a mix of parts from multiple wartime contractors, including an Underwood front sight, Packard Inland rear sight, IBM slide, NPM trigger housing, Hemphill hammer, Saginaw Gear lug, and Jamestown Lounge Co. handguard. The stock is an Inland Overton with Augusta Arsenal rebuild markings, sanded and refinished but retaining ordnance acceptance stamps. Postwar upgrades such as the type three barrel band with bayonet lug and rotary safety are present, reflecting the rifle’s service and refurbishment history.
The M1 Carbine was developed as a lightweight, semi-automatic firearm to arm support troops during World War II, but it quickly became a favorite among front-line soldiers due to its portability and reliability. This example captures that history, with components from multiple prime contractors illustrating the logistical realities of wartime production and the arsenal rebuild system. Despite its mixed parts and refinished stock, the rifle remains a solid representation of a service-grade M1 Carbine, carrying with it the story of how American industry came together to supply the tools necessary for victory. To better understand this M1 carbine please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.
