WWII Springfield Armory M1 Garand .30-06 Semi Automatic Rifle MFD 1943 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,450.00
LSB#: LSB251216DH159
Make: Springfield Armory
Model: M1 Garand
Serial Number: 1781214
Year of Manufacture: Receiver: July 1943. Barrel 7-1942.
Caliber: .30-06 Springfield
Action Type: Semi Auto, En Bloc Clip Fed
Markings:
Receiver: “U.S. RIFLE / CAL. .30 M1 / SPRINGFIELD / ARMORY / 1781214”.
Receiver Leg: “O 4 6 B D 28291 A” Diamond
Op-rod: “D35382 6 SA”
Follower: “11”
Trigger Group: “D28290-5-SA”
Hammer: “C46008-8 SA”
Safety: “SA-11”
Barrel: “S-A-7-42″ and many proofs
Bolt: “D28287-19SA / A-9”
Gas Plug “P” and what looks like a crescent moon.
Stock: The grip has a “P” acceptance stamp.
Barrel Length: Approximately 24 Inches
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. The windage knob is marked “LEFT arrow” twice and “DRC”. The elevation knob is marked from 2-12 in increments of 2 and “NHC” and “SMC”.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The wood stock has a traditional Semi-pistol grip, metal nose caps, two sling loops, stacking ring, and a checkered metal buttplate with storage compartment. The LOP measures 13” inches from the front of the trigger to the back of the butt plate. The wood has been sanded and refinished. The wood shows compressions, lines, and several scattered chips. There is a notable repair on the left flank of the forward handguard. There are two cracks in the rear upper handguard in between the receiver and the rear band. The butt plate has been refinished and shows pitting and rub wear under the finish. The checkering is semi-dull and the door spring is strong. The butt plate sits proud over the wood due to the sanding. Overall the stock set is in about Good-Good+ condition.
Type of Finish: Parkerized
Finish Originality: Refinished
Bore Condition: The bore is semi dull with defined rifling and erosion/pitting throughout the bore. The muzzle reads at a 3+ and the throat at a 4.5+. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 5/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 97% of its metal finish. The friction surfaces of the bolt and receiver show visible rub wear. The receiver shows heavy pitting with missing material under the refinish. The receiver legs show this pitting as well. The flat of the bolt shows some surface rust freckling forming. The trigger group shows some rub marks and minor wear. The markings are mostly clear and the screw heads are sharp. Overall the rifle is in about Fair+-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: Includes a CMP case, manual, and two en bloc clips.
Our Assessment: This Springfield Armory U.S. M1 Garand features a receiver manufactured in July 1943, paired with a Springfield barrel dated July 1942. The M1 Garand, designed by John C. Garand, was the standard U.S. service rifle of World War II and is widely regarded as the first standard-issue semi-automatic infantry rifle adopted by a major military power. George S. Patton famously referred to it as “the greatest battle implement ever devised,” reflecting its significant impact on battlefield effectiveness. The earlier barrel date suggests a likely arsenal replacement or rebuild during service, a common occurrence as rifles were maintained and updated throughout the war.
The rifle appears to have been refinished and later sold through the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP), though no accompanying paperwork is present. This is consistent with many CMP-distributed rifles, which often underwent arsenal refurbishment prior to release. Overall, it represents a typical and serviceable example of a wartime M1 Garand with a mix of period-correct components, reflecting both its military use and post-war reissue history. To better understand this M1 please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.