WWII Winchester CMP M1 Garand US .30-06 Semi Auto Rifle June 1943 C&R

SOLD FOR: $1,375.00

LSB#: WY250326KE002

Make: Winchester

Model: M1 Garand

Serial Number: 1345913

Year of Manufacture: Receiver June 1943

Caliber: .30-06 Springfield

Action Type: Semi Auto, en bloc clip fed

Markings:
Receiver: “U.S. RIFLE / CAL. .30 M1 / WINCHESTER / TRADE MARK / 1345913”

Bottom of the receiver “P   M”
Trigger Group: “D28290-7-SA”
Hammer: “C46008-3SA”
Safety: “C46016-9SA”
Receiver Leg: “D28291-2”
Op Rod: “D35382 SA”
Barrel: “K  P WP” with a flaming bomb proof.   
Bolt: “D28287-19SA A-5”.
Gas plug: No visible marking 

Windage knob: is marked “LEFT”  twice with two arrows and “DRC”. 

Elevation Knob: is marked 2-12 in increments of two.

Stock: The grip is marked with a circle “P” acceptance stamp. There is also a sticker “66” on the belly of the stock.   

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 semi-pistol grip, metal nose cap, stacking loop, two sling loops, and a metal buttplate with hinged door for storage. The LOP measures 13”  from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The metal buttplate retains about 40% of its finish and shows heavy scratches around the edges. There is some minor rust freckling present. The trap door functions. The wood shows handling marks, lines and compressions scattered throughout the surface. The wood also shows chips ranging from small on the edges to one bigger one in the left flank of the handguard. That very handguard has one of the most unique grain patterns I have ever seen on an M1. There are no visible cracks. Overall the wood is in Good+ to Very Good condition.  

Type of Finish: Parkerized

Finish Originality: Original.   

Bore Condition: The bore is semi-bright and the rifling is well defined. There is some erosion present throughout with some minor pitting on the lands. Our gauges show a muzzle of 1 and a throat erosion of 2.5+. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 7.5/10.   

Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 85% of its metal finish. The cylinder lock and gas cylinder have lost the majority of their finish. The edges of the trigger guard have as well. The action and bolt show minor finish loss and rub wear on the friction surfaces. The charging handle has lost its finish on the edges. The receiver shows finish thinning. The screw heads are sharp and the markings are clear. Overall this rifle is in about Good + condition.   

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle includes a manual.  

Our Assessment: This Winchester M1 Garand, manufactured in June 1943, is a mid-war example from one of the more collectible wartime producers. Winchester Repeating Arms was contracted by the U.S. government to produce M1 Garands beginning in 1941 and continued until 1945. Unlike Springfield Armory, which produced the majority of M1s, Winchester was a commercial company adapting to military production under tight deadlines and pressure. Despite these challenges, Winchester delivered over 500,000 rifles, contributing significantly to the U.S. effort in WWII. Winchester M1s are prized today for their distinctive markings, unique parts variations, and lower production numbers compared to Springfield.

The M1 Garand itself, designed by John Garand and adopted in 1936, was the first standard-issue semi-automatic rifle for any military power. Firing the powerful .30-06 cartridge and loaded via an 8-round en-bloc clip, the Garand offered superior firepower and reliability on the battlefield. It was praised by soldiers and generals alike, including General George S. Patton, who famously called it “the greatest battle implement ever devised.” A June 1943 Winchester example like this would have likely been issued during the buildup to major campaigns in Europe or the Pacific, making it not only a historical artifact but also a functional representation of American industrial and military might during WWII. To better understand this M1 please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.