WWII Springfield M1 Garand 30-06 Semi-Auto Rifle April 1945 Barrel 1953 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,265.00
LSB#: WY250201TH012
Make: Springfield Armory
Model: M1 Garand
Serial Number: 3707840
Year of Manufacture: Receiver: April 1945. Barrel Date September 1953.
Caliber: .30-06 Springfield
Action Type: Semi Auto, En Bloc Clip Fed
Markings:
Receiver: “U.S. RIFLE / CAL. .30 M1 / SPRINGFIELD / ARMORY / 3707840”.
Trigger Group: “D28290-14-SA”- Springfield Armory
The trigger guard is unmarked
Hammer: “C46008-2 SA”- Springfield Armory
Safety: “SA” Springfield Armory
Receiver Leg: “0 8 7 A 55 D 28291 35”
Op Rod: faintly marked “D36292 SA” Springfield Armory
Barrel: “U SA T D6535448 P P 9-53 MD36” with a DOD Eagle cartouche – Springfield
Follower- unmarked
Bolt: “D28287-2SA / RE5C”
Gas Plug “TPAX”
Rear Sight “BME”
Windage knob is “LEFT” twice with arrows
Elevation Knob is marked “WCE” a 2-12
Stock: The grip is marked with a circle “P” acceptance stamp, and on the right flank is marked “AA 16339”. This could indicate either use at or a rebuild by Augusta Arsenal.
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.
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 buttplate. The handguards compressions, lines and marks scattered throughout. There are also some chips missing from the lower edge of the forward guard. There are several cracks forming coming from the bands, all of them are very small. The stock shows similar wear to the handguards with some chips from around the bottom metal. There are no visible cracks in the stock. The metal buttplate has a strong door spring, dulled checkering and scuff marks around the edges that have been finished over. Overall the furniture on the rifle is in Good condition.
Type of Finish: Parkerized
Finish Originality: Original and Refinished.
Bore Condition: The bore is semi bright with defined rifling. The bore shows minor pitting and erosion throughout mainly in the last third of the bore. Our gauges show a muzzle of 1 and a throat of 2. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 7/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 97% of its metal finish. The receiver, op rod, and trigger group have been refinished. The bolt and receiver show rub wear on the friction surfaces from use. The bands have turned brown from age. The front band shows finish loss on the leading edges. The bayonet lug is missing some finish. The cylinder shows scattered lines and marks. The markings are legible and the screw heads are slightly tool marked but serviceable. Overall this rifle is in about Good to 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: This rifle includes a green canvas sling.
Our Assessment: This Springfield M1 Garand with a receiver manufactured in April 1945 is a late World War II production example of America’s most iconic battle rifle. Designed by John Garand and officially adopted in 1936, the M1 Garand was the standard-issue service rifle for the U.S. military during World War II and the Korean War. Known for its semi-automatic action, eight-round en-bloc clip system, and .30-06 Springfield chambering, the M1 provided American troops with a significant firepower advantage over bolt-action rifles used by enemy forces. By April 1945, Springfield Armory was producing some of the final wartime M1 Garands, as the war in Europe neared its end and preparations were being made for the planned invasion of Japan.
This particular rifle features a 1953-dated barrel, indicating it likely went through a post-war rebuild or arsenal refurbishment. The “AA16339” marking on the stock suggests it was serviced or rebuilt at Augusta Arsenal, one of several U.S. military facilities responsible for maintaining and upgrading M1 rifles after World War II. These refurbishments often included replacing worn barrels, upgrading internal components, and refinishing stocks for continued military use during the Korean War and early Cold War period. The combination of a WWII-era receiver with a post-war barrel and Augusta Arsenal markings makes this M1 Garand a representation of the rifle’s long service life, bridging both major 20th-century conflicts. Today, such rifles are highly sought after by collectors and historians, as they tell the story of the M1 Garand’s enduring legacy as “the greatest battle implement ever devised,” as famously stated by General George S. Patton. To better understand this M1 please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.
