WWII Inland Division General Motors M1 Carbine Semi Auto Rifle 6-1943 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,225.00
LSB#: LSB250809GS024
Make: Inland Division of General Motors
Model: M1 Carbine
Serial Number: 435949
Year of Manufacture: 1943, Barrel Date 6-1943.
Caliber: .30 Cal Carbine
Action Type: Semi-Automatic carbine fed by detachable magazines. This model has the removable spring tube.
Markings:
The top of the receiver is marked, “U.S. CARBINE CAL. 30 M1 / INLAND DIV. 435949”.
The front sight is unmarked
The barrel is marked “INLAND MFG. DIV. GENERAL MOTORS 6-43”
Import mark on the left side of the barrel “INTERARMS ALEX VA”
The right side of the barrel has electro pencil markings “TX37765603776360”
The rear of the barrel has a small flaming bomb inspection mark.
The barrel flat has the usual Inland hieroglyphics.
The front of the gas block is marked “WI”
The barrel band is marked “SI” for International Silver CO.
The rear sight is marked “I.R.C.O. 7160060”-for International Register CO.
The inside of the slide is marked “N 1 3”. National Postal Meter
The stock is marked “IO” for Inland Overton. The left side of the flank of the stock has a “-U-” indicating possible rework or inspection at Underwood.
The upper handguard is unmarked
The trigger housing is marked “BE-B” an IBM part.
The hammer is marked “W” for Winchester
The rotary safety is marked “SS” a post war rebuild part.
The sear is marked “RI”- Inland Division.
The magazine release is marked “CCM” a post war rebuild part
The recoil lug is marked “STANDARD PRODUCTS”
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 knurled windage knob dovetailed to the receiver.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is an oval cut, low wood stock, with a two rivet handguard, type three barrel band with bayonet lug, a rotary safety and a checkered metal butt plate. The LOP measures about 13.25” from the front of the trigger to the back of the butt plate. The wood has been sanded and refinished. The wood shows scattered surface level lines and minor compressions. The handguard shows several chips around the rivets and the rear edge that have been finished over. There is a notable scuff just behind the nose on the belly. There are no visible cracks. The sling cut shows chips around the edges. The butt plate has sharp checkering, retains most of its finish but shows surface rust scattered throughout. Overall this stock is in Good+-Very Good condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: None.
Type of Finish: Parkerized / Blued
Finish Originality: Refinished
Bore Condition: The bore is bright with defined rifling. There is no visible erosion or pitting. The bore is very clean. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9.25/10.
Overall Condition: The rifle retains 97% of its metal finish. The barrel band, bayonet lug and the sight wings show the majority of the finish loss. The friction surfaces of the bolt and receiver show minimal rub wear. The rifle’s finish has turned brown with age in many places. The inside of the trigger guard shows surface rust. The rifle shows some minor scattered marks from handling. The rifle appears to have had very little use since the refinish. The markings are clear and the screw heads are sharp. Overall this rifle is in Good+ condition.
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: None.
Our assessment: This Inland Division M1 Carbine made circa June 1943, paired with its original June 1943 Inland barrel, offers a desirable level of wartime originality from one of the primary WWII manufacturers. Inland carbines from this period are known for their correct mid-war features, proper machining, and dependable performance, and this receiver-and-barrel date match presents a solid representation from the heart of 1943 production.
The stock bears a “-U-” marking, consistent with a post-war inspection or refurbishment associated with Underwood, giving the rifle the typical service history seen on most carbines returned to depots after WWII. Even though the stock was sanded and refinished it is an Inland stock with the right profile and fit for a mid-war Inland. A standout feature of the stock is the presence of the relatively rare Standard Products recoil lug. Altogether, this carbine offers an appealing blend of matching wartime core components with some markings to support its service history, making it a strong choice for someone wanting a historically authentic Inland that retains both collectible merit and practical shootability. To better understand this M1 carbine please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.
