WWII Winchester M1 Carbine Matching M-1 .30 Semi Automatic Rifle 1943 C&R

SOLD FOR: $2003.54

LSB#: 220113JM006

Make: Winchester. This rifle uses all Winchester parts.
The magazines are not Winchester mags.

Model: M1 Carbine

Serial Number: 1260172

Year of Manufacture: October, 1943 (page 32 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 import mark. The top of the receiver is marked “U.S. CARBINE / CAL. .30 M1” on the front and “WINCHESTER / TRADE MARK / 1260172” on the rear. The top of the barrel is marked “W” and with a faded Winchester “PW in an oval” proof mark. This is a correctly marked Winchster barrel (page 49-50 of Craig Riesch’s book, U.S. M1 Carbines Wartime Production 7th Edition). The right side of the barrel is marked with a partial “flaming bomb” just above the gas piston. The right rear of the trigger group is marked “W” which is a Winchester mark (page 78). The bottom of the trigger guard is marked “7”. The hammer is marked “W” which is a Winchester mark (page 88-90). The magazine release is marked “W” which is a Winchester mark (page 100-101). The smooth push button safety is marked “SW” which is a Winchestermark (pages 95). The inside of the operating slide is marked “W” which is a Winchester mark (page 65). The right bolt lug is marked “W” which is a Winchester mark (page 36). The front sight is unmarked which is consistent with Winchester and others (page 56). The Type I rear sight is marked “S” on the left which is consistent with Winchester and others (page 29). The Type IA barrel band is unmarked which is consistent with Winchester and others (page 59). The inside of the handguard is marked “W” which is a Winchester mark (page 138). The sling well is unmarked which is consistent with Winchester (page 108 – 109). The right side of the butt is marked with a Winchester cartouche “W.R.A / G.H.D.” next to a “crossed cannons” cartouche which are Winchester marks (page 123). The top of the recoil plate is marked “W” which is a Winchester mark (page 135). The rear of the 15 round magazine is marked “U” which is listed as a miscellaneous mark. The rear of the 30 round magazine is unmarked. The 30 round mag appears to be a foreign produced magazine; we cannot be positive (page 142-143).

Barrel Length: Approximately 18 Inches

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a post set between two protective wings. The rear sight is a Type I flip up dual aperture assembly.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock has a pistol grip, Type IA barrel band with sling loop, sling well, sling pass through, and a metal buttplate. The buttplate shows scrapes and oxidation on the edges. The wood shows scrapes & scratches. Most are small or light but a few have damaged the wood’s surface. 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 Plus overall condition.

Type of Finish: Parkerized

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The muzzle and grooves are semi bright. The rifling is deep. There is some light intermittent erosion in the grooves near the muzzle. The bore shows an M.E. of 0.5.

Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 60% of its metal finish. The metal shows scrapes, scratches and discoloration from oxidation. Most of the marks are on the barrel. The exposed portion of the barrel has been aggressively cleaned removing much of the finish. This area shows surface erosion. The trigger group shows patches of surface erosion. The sides of the receiver show some light thinning under the wood. Most of the markings are deep. The barrel markings are faded. Overall, this rifle rates in about 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: The rifle has a canvas sling attached. The canvas shows discoloration, soiling, fraying at the sling loop and a tear at the metal tab. The metal shows surface erosion. It is in Good condition.
The rifle comes with a 15 round magazine that is still in its long term storage paper. The rear of the paper has been torn to view the manufacturer’s mark. The magazine shows oil residue. It is in Excellent condition. The 30 round magazine shows scrapes, thin scratches and light surface erosion. It is in Very Good condition.
The 15 & 30 round magazines are not available to residents of California or any other state with magazine capacity restrictions.

Our Assessment: The M1 Carbine was developed and produced after WWII started. Over 6 million were made by a number of U.S. companies to assist with the all out war effort. The M1 Carbine was widely issued to U.S. Military Forces which numbered over 16 million during WWII. The M1 Carbine contributed greatly to U.S. efforts during WWII.
Winchester is responsible for the development of both the M1 Carbine and the .30 Carbine cartridge. Despite having a long firearms history and being responsible for M1 Carbine development, Winchester did not produce the majority of M1 Carbines during WWII. Winshester was responsible for about 13.5% of the total number of WWII M1 Carbines.
This Winchester M1 Carbine was made back in 1943. It has seen some use but it uses all Winchester parts. The matching parts make it a collectible M1 Carbine. The rifle comes with 2 magazines that were not produced by Winchester. You can find Winchester magazines on-line. This matching Winchester M1 Carbine will add to your collection and should be a blast out at the range. Good luck.