WORLD WAR II Era SPRINGFIELD U.S. M1 GARAND .30-06 Caliber Infantry Rifle “The greatest battle implement ever devised”- George Patton

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WORLD WAR II Era SPRINGFIELD U.S. M1 GARAND .30-06 Caliber Infantry Rifle

“The greatest battle implement ever devised”- George Patton

Here we present a Springfield U.S. M1 Garand Rifle, manufactured in 1943 at Springfield Armory in Springfield, Massachusetts. This .30-06 caliber semi-automatic rifle was that standard U.S. service rifle during World War II and the Korean War and saw service during the Vietnam War. Most were issued to U.S. forces, though some were also provided as foreign aid to American allies. To say that it was and is highly regarded would be an understatement. In the words of General Patton, “In my opinion, the M1 rifle is the greatest battle implement ever devised.”

The M1 Garand was the first standard issue semi-automatic United Stated military rifle, and by most accounts, performed well. The M1 replaced the bolt action M1903 Springfield as the standard U.S. service rifle in 1936 and was itself replaced by the selective fire M14 rifle in March of 1958. Although, some Garands were still being used by the United States into the Vietnam War in 1963, despite the M14 being adopted 5 years earlier. It wasn’t until 1965 that the changeover from the M1 was fully completed in the active duty component of the Army. The Garand remained in service with the Army Reserve, Army National Guard, and the Navy into the early 1970s. Production of the M1 Garand was stopped in the early months of 1957.

The overall condition is very good. The action is strong. the bore is bright and has great rifling. The receiver was made in 1943. “P” is stamped on the front hand grip and “RA-P” on the bottom hand grip for Raritan Arsenal. The Springfield barrel is dated 65. This example would be a great addition to the US military collection!

This firearm is classified as a Curio & Relic.

Barrel is 24 inches.

Caliber: .30-06 Springfield

Overall condition as seen in photos.

Very Fast. Very Safe. FREE SHIPPING. Will need to be sent to your local FFL or C&R licensee. This firearm is classified as a Curio & Relic.

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$2635
#201763