WWII Springfield Armory M1 Garand .30-06 Semi-Auto Rifle MFD Oct 1943 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,600.00
LSB#: LSB260120RS036
Make: Springfield Armory
Model: M1 Garand
Serial Number: 1994298
Year of Manufacture: Receiver: Oct 1943. Barrel Date June 1945
Caliber: .30-06 Springfield
Action Type: Semi Auto, En Bloc Clip Fed
Markings:
Receiver: “U.S. RIFLE / CAL. .30 M1 / SPRINGFIELD / ARMORY / 1994298”.
Trigger Group: “D28290-12-SA”- Springfield Armory
Hammer: “C46008-6 SA”- Springfield Armory
Safety: “C46015-9SA” Springfield Armory
Receiver Leg: “B 1 3 B D 28291 30 G”
Op Rod: “6535382 SA” Springfield Armory
Barrel: “1-S-A-6-45 P” Springfield Armory
Bolt: “6528287-SA / US1” Springfield Armory
Gas Plug “PO”
Windage knob is marked “LEFT” twice with arrows and “DRC”
Elevation Knob is marked 2-12 in increments of two.
The stock is marked with a square “P” acceptance mark and “RRA” for Red River Arsenal.
Barrel Length: 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.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The wood stock has a traditional Semi-pistol grip, metal nose caps, two sling loops, stacking ring, and a checkered metal butt plate with storage compartment. The LOP measures 13” inches from the front of the trigger to the back of the butt plate. The wood on this rifle has been sanded and refinished. The wood shows compressions, surface level lines, and nicks scattered throughout. The edges of the wood show some scattered small chips. The forward handguard has a crack on the left side coming from the band. The butt plate shows rub wear around the edges and finish loss with dulled checkering. There is also rust showing on the right hand side. The door functions correctly and has a strong spring. Overall the stock set is in about Good-Good+ condition.
Type of Finish: Parkerized
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is mostly bright with well defined rifling. There is very minor visible erosion / pitting throughout the bore mainly in the grooves on the edges of the lands. Our gauges show a muzzle of 2.5+ and a throat of 4.5+. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 7/10.
Overall Condition: The rifle retains about 88% of its metal finish. The rifle shows some minor finish thinning throughout with the majority of the finish loss being from the gas cylinder and lock. The friction surfaces of the bolt and receiver show rub wear from use. The trigger guard shows some finish loss. This receiver was lead dipped to harden the rear of the receiver to keep it from cracking where the bolt impacts during cycling, hence the two tone appearance. The markings are clear and the screw heads are sharp. Overall this rifle is in about 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 Springfield Armory U.S. M1 Garand features a receiver manufactured in October 1943 and is fitted with a Springfield barrel dated June 1945. Designed by John C. Garand, the M1 Garand was the standard U.S. service rifle of World War II and is widely regarded as the first standard-issue semi-automatic rifle adopted by a major military power. George S. Patton famously described it as “the greatest battle implement ever devised,” highlighting its importance on the battlefield. The later barrel date indicates a likely post-war or late-war arsenal rebuild, a common practice as rifles were updated and returned to service.
The rifle is fitted with a stock marked “RRA,” suggesting inspection or rebuild at Red River Arsenal, further supporting its history of arsenal refurbishment. A notable feature is the receiver’s two-tone appearance, the result of a lead-dipping process used to harden the rear of the receiver where the bolt impacts during cycling, a known method to reduce cracking in high-stress areas. Overall, this rifle represents a typical and serviceable example of a wartime M1 Garand that has undergone arsenal maintenance, retaining historical character through its mix of production and rebuild features. To better understand this M1 please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.