WWII Springfield CMP M1 Garand .30-06 Semi-Auto Rifle September 1943 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,350.00
LSB#: WY250202GW006
Make: Springfield Armory
Model: M1 Garand
Serial Number: 1906382
Year of Manufacture: Receiver: September 1943. Barrel Date February 1955.
Caliber: .30-06 Springfield
Action Type: Semi Auto, En Bloc Clip Fed
Markings:
Receiver: “U.S. RIFLE / CAL. .30 M1 / SPRINGFIELD / ARMORY / 1906382”. The bottom of the receiver is marked “M”.
Trigger Group: “6528290-SA”- Springfield Armory
Hammer: “SA D5546008”-Springfield Armory
Safety: “SA-11”-Springfield Armory
Receiver Leg: “B 1 C 55”, and “D 28291 30”
Op Rod: “6535382 SA”-Springfield Part
Barrel: “SA F6535448 2 55 A218B P M” and a small DOD Eagle cartouche.
Bolt: “6528287-SA A 14”-Springfield Armory
Cylinder Lock: “M”
Gas Plug “PO”
Stock: The stock has the CMP eagle cartouche.
Barrel Length: Approximately 24 Inches
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade set between two protective wings that has been painted red. The rear sight is a Lock Bar style fully adjustable aperture sight set between two protective wings. The windage knob is marked with “Left” twice and two arrows. The elevation side is marked “UP BATTLE RANGE DOWN” with arrows.
Stock Configuration & Condition: This new commercial production 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 buttpad. The furniture on this rifle shows light handling wear with minimal marks from use. There are no visible cracks present and only two very very small chips near the bottom metal. There is one small but notable depression in the right flank. The toe has a small scuff mark. The metal buttplate retains almost all its finish, has some very minor scuff marks around the edges, and a strong door spring. Overall the furniture set on this rifle is in about Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Parkerized
Finish Originality: CMP Refurbished.
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is well defined. There is no visible erosion in the bore. The edges of the lands show some minor fouling. Our gauges show a muzzle of 1.5, and a throat of 3+. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 7/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains 99% of its metal finish. The finish shows some very minor scattered marks, with some finish loss on the gas plug. The friction surfaces of the bolt and receiver show only very minor wear. The trigger guard edges show some finish loss. The marks are clear and the screw heads are sharp. Overall this rifle is in about Very Good+ to Excellent 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: This rifle includes the leather sling and 11 en bloc clips.
Our Assessment: This Springfield M1 Garand, with a receiver manufactured in September 1943, is a mid-World War II production rifle, originally built at the height of the war when Springfield Armory was producing large numbers of M1s for the U.S. military. Designed by John Garand and adopted in 1936, the M1 Garand was the first standard-issue semi-automatic rifle for the U.S. Armed Forces, giving American troops a significant advantage over enemy forces still using bolt-action rifles. By late 1943, the M1 was being used extensively in Europe and the Pacific, proving to be a reliable and effective battle rifle. This example was later re-barreled in February 1955, indicating it likely went through a post-war refurbishment, possibly for continued military service during the Korean War or early Cold War period.
The rifle is currently fitted with a commercial replacement stock marked with a CMP (Civilian Marksmanship Program) cartouche, signifying that it was later sold through the CMP after another refurbishment. The CMP, which succeeded the DCM (Director of Civilian Marksmanship), was established to promote marksmanship training and preserve historic military rifles. Many M1 Garands were inspected, refinished, and sold to the public through CMP sales programs, ensuring their continued legacy among collectors and shooters. While there is no CMP paperwork confirming its original sale grade, based on its mix of military and replacement parts, as well as its refurbished condition, it was most likely sold as a Service Grade rifle, which typically consists of rifles with a mix of original and replaced parts but still meeting military specifications for function and reliability. This rifle represents the long service life of the M1 Garand, from its wartime origins through multiple military rebuilds and eventual civilian ownership, ensuring its preservation as part of American firearms history. Please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.
