Winchester Repeating Arms M1 Carbine .30 Cal 18” Rifle 1944 C&R w/ Bayonet
SOLD FOR: $1,126.09
LSB#: WY240726JS002
Make: Winchester
Model: M1 Carbine
Serial Number: 5598069
Year of Manufacture: Early 1944
Caliber: .30 Carbine
Action Type: Semi Automatic rifle fed by Detachable Magazines.
Markings:
The top-rear of the receiver is marked “WINCHESTER TRADEMARK / 5598069”
The top-front of the receiver is marked “U.S. CARBINE”, “CAL .30 M1”.
The barrel has been refinished so the “PW” mark is no longer visible. The barrel is marked about 3.25 inches back from the front sight with a “W”. The right side of the gas block is marked with a faint flaming bomb inspection mark.
The barrel band is marked “MMQ”
The front sight is unmarked.
The rear sight is marked “HI”-Hemphill MFG. Co.
The slide is marked “AOB” and “19” and Auto Ordinance slide produced for IBM.
The Trigger group is marked “BE-B”. An IBM trigger group.
The magazine release button is marked “M”
The hammer is marked “HI” for Hillerich Machine Company.
The Rotary safety is marked “CM” a post war rebuild part.
The left side of the stock in the sling cut is marked “P-U” an Underwood Elliot Fisher stock made by Pederson Bros. CO.
The lug is stamped with “SG” for Saginaw Gear.
The upper handguard is marked “Pederson U”. an Underwood Elliot Fisher handguard made by Pederson Bros. CO.
The oiler is marked “IS” for International Silver CO.
The Bayonet scabbard is marked “U.S. M8A1 B:M. CO.” This scabbard does not have a metal tip or an eyelet. This scabbard is correct for the WWII era
The Bayonet is marked “U.S. M4 IMPERIAL” with a flaming bomb on the top side of the lug. The pommel is marked “S 1”. The back of the scabbard is marked “VP 38”.
One of the magazines is Marked “AYP”
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 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 back of the buttpad. This stock has been sanded and refinished. The stock shows lines, scratches and compressions scattered throughout. There are also finish stains present. The oval cut and pommel both show small chips. The nose is very clean. There is a notable dent on the left side by the front of the magazine well. There are no visible cracks. The metal buttplate has semi sharp checkering, has been refinished and shows some finish stains. The upper handguard shows only minor wear. Overall the stock is in about Good+ condition as refinished for C&R.
Type of Finish: Parkerized and blued.
Finish Originality: Refinished and original.
Bore Condition: The bore is very bright and the rifling is defined. There is no visible erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 8.5/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains 90% of its finish. The barrel and front sight show very little wear since the refinish. The trigger guard has some lines and patina. The receiver and bolt both show pitting that has been finished over. The slide has turned green with patina. The screw heads are sharp and the markings range from clear to very faint. Overall this rifle is in Good+ to Very Good condition for C&R given its age and finish originality.
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 two 30 round magazines both in Good condition, the bayonet with the scabbard and a green canvas sling.
Our Assessment: This Winchester M1 Carbine, manufactured in 1944, is a highly collectible and historically significant rifle. Winchester was one of the original producers of the M1 Carbine, and their carbines are valued for their high quality and connection to the war effort. This specific example incorporates parts from various wartime subcontractors, showcasing the collaborative manufacturing practices of the time. The Underwood stock, made by Pederson Bros. Co., is an example of Underwood’s reliance on subcontractors to meet production quotas. Pederson Bros. Co. provided wooden stocks, contributing to the widespread production of M1 Carbines during WWII. The Auto-Ordnance slide, produced for IBM, further emphasizes the interchangeability and shared production of parts between manufacturers. This carbine is paired with a WWII-era MK4 bayonet, made by Imperial, a manufacturer known for producing military blades during the war. The M8A1 scabbard, also from the WWII era, completes this setup. The M8A1 scabbard was widely used during the war and is associated with various M1 Carbine bayonets. The combination of these components makes this Winchester M1 Carbine not only a functional firearm but also a significant piece of World War II history, representing the efforts of numerous American manufacturers in arming the troops. To better understand this M1 carbine please see our high quality photos Via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.
