WWII Underwood M1 M-1 Carbine .30 Cal Semi Automatic Rifle, MFD 1943 C&R
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LSB#: 200922SM29
Make: Underwood Corporation
Model: M1 Carbine
Serial Number: 1402592
Year of Manufacture: April to June, 1943 (page 31 of Scott Duff’s book The M1 Carbine Owner’s Guide). No Barrel Date
Caliber: .30 Carbine
Action Type: Semi Auto, Detachable Magazine
Markings: There is no visible import mark. The top of the receiver is marked “U.S. CARBINE / CAL. .30 M1” on the front and “UNDERWOOD / 1402592 / flaming bomb” on the rear. The barrel is unmarked. The barrel flat is marked with a few faded inspection stamps. The left rear of the trigger housing is marked “SA” which is a post WWII rebuild mark (page 78 & 185 of Craig Riesch’s book, U.S. M1 Carbines Wartime Production 7th Edition). The hammer is marked “HI” which is an Inland mark (page 89). The magazine release is marked “M” and “SI” which is an Inland mark (page 100). The rotary safety is marked “circled S” which is a post WWII rebuild mark (page 94, 95 & 184). The inside of the operating slide is marked “circled PI” which was used by Inland and Rock-Ola (page 65). The bolt is marked “3” (a production mark) and “OI” on the left lug which is an Inland mark (page 36). The front sight is unmarked which is consistent with Underwood and others (page 56). The rear Type II sight is marked “H in a shield” on the right which was used by a few other manufacturers (not Underwood, pages 29 & 185). The Type III barrel band is marked “JM” on the band and “SU” on the lug which are post WWII rebuild marks (page 59 & 184). The sling well is marked “09838” and with a faded “U” which is not listed in our reference material (page 108-109). The inside of the handguard is marked “S” which is not listed in our reference material (page 138). The rear of the magazine is marked “UQ” which is a Quality Hardware mark (page 142).
Barrel Length: Approximately 18 Inches
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a post set between two protective wings. The rear sight is an adjustable Type II aperture assembly.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock has a pistol grip, metal barrel band with sling loop & bayonet lug, sling well, sling pass through and a metal buttplate. The buttplate & barrel band show scrapes. The wood shows several scrapes, scratches and compression marks which have been oiled over. Many have damaged small portions of surface wood. The LOP measures 13 1/4 inches from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The stock rates in about Very Good overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Refinihsed
Bore Condition: The 2 groove bore is bright; semi bright near the muzzle. The rifling is sharp. There is no erosion. The bore shows an M.E. of 0.0.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 97% of its metal finish as refinished. The receiver has surface erosion showing through the finish. The metal shows scrapes & small scratches. The right side of the receiver shows thinning consistent with cycling. The screw head shows use. The receiver markings are well defined. Overall, this rifle rates in about Very Good Plus 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: The rifle comes with a refinished 15 round magazine. Surface erosion shows through the finish. It shows light scrapes & discoloration. Overall it is in about Very Good condition.
The 15 round magazine is not available to residents of California or any jurisdiction with magazine capacity restrictions.
Our Assessment: This M1 Carbine was made by the Underwood Typewriter Company back in 1943. It has since been rebuilt using mostly USGI parts. The barrel has also been replaced. The rifle has been refinished so it looks good for its age. Luckily the new barrel is strong & bright so this M1 Carbine will be fun out at the range for a long time to come.
CA Legal or CA Private Party Transferable? (THIS SECTION DOES NOT APPLY TO OUT-OF-STATE RESIDENTS): This C&R rifle can be transferred in California. All C&R firearms must be transferred through your local dealer OR at our Simi Valley location; we cannot ship directly to a C&R holder in California. Out of state residents can disregard this section – your local laws apply.
The 15 round magazine is not available to residents of California or any jurisdiction with magazine capacity restrictions.