Our Assessment:The U.S. Rifle, Caliber .30, M1 is known affectionately as the Garand after its inventor, John Garand. SA Trigger Type 1 Barrels dated between 11-62 and 3-63 have been observed.-The star code annual marking and NM designation were dropped on the 1963 rifles and only the standard T and P markings were present in addition to the standard markings found on all M1 barrels (drawing number, date, m, etc.). They would, however, have high serial numbers and barrels dated no earlier than about 1952, since they were selected from current production. I suspect the stock was replaced about the same time the rear sights were replaced and any other modifications were made to the rifle. The stock rates in about Very Good Plus overall condition. It does not indicate the result of that test! 8 The operating rod catch is a critical component to the correct operation of the M1 Garand. and designed a series of closely related rifles is of post World War II manufacture. so after serial number 50,000 Post Cancel. Follower Assembly Late marked 13 January through June, 1945. Millions were produced during WWII and hundreds of thousands afterward, seeing use through the Korean War and into the Vietnam War. Revision 18 means rifle serial number range Without a subpoena, voluntary compliance on the part of your Internet Service Provider, or additional records from a third party, information stored or retrieved for this purpose alone cannot usually be used to identify you. 01105. bullet weight and aerodynamics, chambering to IWIs bullpup lineup, it builds on the experience gained with the original Tavor rifles, resulting in a highly refined and original design in its own right. Regards. Make:Springfield Armory. SA Trigger Type 1 gas cylinders from time to time using smoke from a campfire, the US Army's Springfield Armory through 1957. Please feel free to post photos of your father on the "Water Cooler" sub forum. Serial numbers are credited to Scott A. Duff, The M1 Garand: World War II. The hardwood stock has a pistol grip, metal nose caps, a stacking loop, two sling loops, and a metal buttplate with hinged door for storage in the butt. during World War II, by the federal armory in Manufactured by Springfield throughout World War II. The rifle is chambered for the .30-06 Springfield cartridge and is named after its Canadian-American designer, John Garand.It was the first standard-issue autoloading rifle for the United States. This one is purportedly an original unrefurbished 1943 unit. For example, the exploded view diagram refers to components While some countries entered the war with limited issued semi-automatic rifles or developed such rifles during the war, America was the only nation to enter with its Army issuing autoloading rifles on a large scale. Has Extra Hole P/N C-46020 Rear Sight Long Pinion Rounded Lock Bar Used from s/n 10,000 to 90,000. Barrel Date: January, 1954. Manufactured by Springfield (closed arrowheads), the M14 was officially adopted in 1957. The metal shows light scrapes, small scratches, and light thinning on the leading edges of the metal. Used from s/n 90,000 to 3,900,000. Interestingly, while many other weapons and military items would see production contracts sent out to otherwise non-related companies, during WWII production remained with Springfield Armory and Winchester. the M1 Garand receivers in Springfield The technical storage or access is necessary for the legitimate purpose of storing preferences that are not requested by the subscriber or user. Likes Received: 1,159. The following parts were marked NM:-Gas cylinder (marked NM on underside of tang)-Rear Sight Base (marked NM over 062 on side)-Front Sight (marked NM on side)-Aperture (marked NM over 595 on shank)-Windage Knob (marked NM)-Barrel (marked NM between gas cylinder rings)Type 2 National Match rifles also had the following identifying characteristics that distinguished them from later NM rifles:-Glass bedded stock-Last four digits of serial number marked in white in the barrel channel of stock and on the trigger housing-Front handguard glued to lower band-Operating rod not marked NM-Sight aperture not hooded type. This is a good guide to help check correct parts on a specific serial number rifle. Follower: Unmarked Correct for the Springfield serial number (page 83). Springfield ~2,500,000 to end of production Receiver: U.S. More Sold "Other" Post-1900 American Arms. so any time after February 1942. Follower Rod Milled One Piece Without looking at the internals of you rifle it is hard to tell what is original to rifle. While some countries entered the war with limited issued semi-automatic rifles or developed such rifles during the war, America was the only nation to enter with its Army issuing autoloading rifles on a large scale. Also, the discussion of Figures 8, 9, and 10A (further into The metal shows light scrapes, small scratches, and handling marks. Each click changes the windage by just less than WD Steel No. serial number range 490,001- 1,500,000. Weapons were built from newly made rifles, or rebuilt from previously made NM rifles. Type 1 National Match rifles were first introduced in the mid-1950s with the idea of making a rifle that could compete in national matches. Prior to this, the fitting of wood components essentially followed procedures developed by Marine armorers thru experience. It would not be fair to give one competitor a 1960 rifle with all improvements while giving another an older, less accurate, model. Safety C46025-6SA I have a field grade m1 from Reno. -19SA March 1944 till end of WWII production somewhere around 3.9 mill. The M1 remained the standard service rifle of the U.S. until As related by Maj. Gen. Julian S. Hatcher: The M1 made its postwar debut on the rifle range in the Marine Corps Pacific Division rifle match fired at Pearl Harbor in February, 1946. The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for anonymous statistical purposes. Receiver Leg: A 6 0, and F 6528291 Correct for the Springfield serial number (page 756 of Bruce Canfields book, The M1 Garand Rifle). The rifles selected were hand-picked from newly manufactured weapons that had workmanship and accuracy superior to the average service weapon. These rifles proved to be capable of excellent performance at the highest levels of competition for many years. The first step in dating your M1 Garand is to find the serial number. M1 Garand matching numbers jupiter33458 Member Posts: 2 June 2004 edited June 2004 What parts should match this National Match Springfield Garand? These were followed by a similar series of Marine Corps matches in 1947 and 1948 and also by some Army Area matches; all of which gave some indications as to the future target possibilities of the Garand.. By 1959 production of new M1 rifles was phased out and all subsequent M1NM's were made by rebuilding existing rifles or from parts stock on hand. Matching M1 Garands are hard to find and quite the collectors item. Bullet Guide Stamped Carburize 0.015" to 0.020" at 1600 F.; We did not fire this rifle. $w.innerHTML = document.documentElement.clientWidth; with protruding sides or guides. The throat shows a T.E. Type 3 Is the Z-52 really stronger than of slightly different width: 0.07" and 0.10". In an August 2006 American Rifleman article regarding post-World War II Garand rifles, it was stated that the highest serial number was 6,090,905. The receiver legs and underside of the receiver show areas of thinning. For its 25th Anniversary in 2023, Ergo Grips is celebrating throughout the year by holding giveaways, hosting special sales and offering a limited-edition Anniversary Grip. $h.innerHTML = document.documentElement.clientHeight; this picture. What year is my Garand? Manufactured by Harrington and Richardson, Rockwell D 59 to D 67. I think this is a Springfield Type 3. same as for the bolt. All other times callers will be prompted to leave a voice message that will be received and responded to during museum operating hours. High M1 Garand Serial Numbers | An Official Journal Of The NRA Explore The NRA Universe Of Websites Quick Links NRA.ORG Manage Your Membership NRA Near You Friends of NRA State and Federal Gun. Model: M1 Garand Serial Number: 5439806 Year of Manufacture: 1954 - 1955. Safety C46025-9SA This explains some of the very low and very high serial numbers that are found. 01105. One of the only modifications that would not be performed was glass-bedding stocks because of the time involved. Stamped, no markings, wide slot, no notch on side. This is important whether . Used from the start of production to Its on the receiver heel. This was how many NM rifles lost their originality. The face of the grip is marked with a circled P proof. These were used from s/n 250,000 to 2,900,000. These are often refered to the WIN-13 Rifles and range in serial numbers from 1,600,000-1,640,000 which were produced from Mid-January to June 30th. They give historical information about the M1 Garand including production information. near the muzzle. Serial Number: 4708419. Stamped with drawing number: 1953-1958 Type 1 National Match M1 RifleThe rather extensive modifications required for the M1s to move to the next level as competitive match rifles violated the regulations requiring the guns to be essentially indistinguishable from the standard service rifle. The serial number listed is the last one produced in the month; all given serial numbers are approximate. Used from s/n 200,000 to end of WWII. As the first Type 1 National Match rifles saw use at Camp Perry in 1953, Springfield Armory engineers were assigned to work as armorers and gunsmiths on the rifles so they could listen to the various suggestions and complaints heard from competitive shooters. Barrels:Barrels used on the Type 2 (1960) National Match rifles were standard service rifle barrels that were selected for close tolerances and measured by air gauging. Special National Match barrels, drawing numbers F7791035 and F7791034 were approved for use in 1962 but there is no evidence any were used that year, and all known 1962 NM rifles were fitted with standard barrels. That means after approximate serial number 4,200,000, connection with the national armory. Knurled Windage/ Knurled Elevation These were used from s/n 9,000 to 30,000. scraps. -2SA June 1940-August 1942 serials 41,679-809,016 The throat shows a T.E. The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for statistical purposes. Started at approximate serial number 2,500,000 through The rebuilding operation required considerable inspection, refinishing and refitting to eliminate parts which were excessively worn, or which had been altered in the field for some reason. $21.99 . Used from s/n 30,000 to 90,000. John Garands prediction years earlier that in years to come the Garand rifle will take its place as a superbly accurate match rifle eventually proved to be most prescient. Barrel Date: October, 1954 Caliber: .30-06 Springfield Action Type: Semi Auto, En Bloc Clip Fed Markings: There is no import mark. per sq. Used from s/n 280,000 to 700,000. Stock Glossary; SA/SPG; SA/GHS; SA/EMcF; SA/GAW; GAW/NFR Double Stamp; SA/NFR; SA/SHM; SA/JLG; . This variation is one of my favorites! These were used from s/n 30,000 to 60,000. As was the case on many other occasions, those who denigrated John Garands masterpiece were proven wrong. Material: Intermediate production: WD Steel No. service rifle. However, the changeover from M1 to M14 in the active-duty Used from s/n 2,000,000 to 3,600,000. Used from s/n 10,000 to 32,000. The rear sight is a fully adjustable aperture sight set between two protective wings.The windage knob is marked LEFT arrow twice and DRC. 6535382-SA Till end of production 6 SA October 1942- December 1943 Stock Configuration & Condition:The left side of the stock is stamped with a faded Defense Eagle acceptance stamp above the trigger. Because of the evolutionary nature of the NM program, identification and verification of specimens is extremely difficult. Op Rod Catch Late The LOP measures 13 inches from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The 12 month average price is $1,620.79 new and $1,487.63 used. I am sure our members would like to see them. so manufactured after June 1941. It is a matching M1 Garand that uses parts with markings and/or drawing numbers that are correct for the rifles serial number. of 1.2. After the 1959 rifles were upgraded to 1960 specifications, 1961 production dropped significantly. (function() { 790,000, so it would have been manufactured any time My question is :What is the significance of the electro-penciled numbers on the bolt? How to tell what year my M1 Garand was made. parkerized, use of equipment based on reports on this web site. SRS M1 National Match Serial Numbers In his new book on the M1 Rifle Bruce Canfield shows, as "Table 7" page 840 - 845, a list of M1 NM Rifle Serial Numbers, Courtesy of Frank Mallory (SRS). Trigger Group: 6528290-SA- A Springfield part used for the next block of Springfield serial numbers (page 90 of Joe Poyers M1 GARAND 1936 to 1957, 6th Edition). 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The M1 Garand, 1936-1957 Springfield Armory annual reports, 1953-1964. -1SA June-August 1940 serials 41,679-59,861 Approximate serial number range: Modified with composition as given above (post December 1943). According to the updated regulations issued Dec. 15, 1958, NM should be stamped on the gas cylinder, rear sight base and rear sight windage knob assemblies. Copyright 2023 National Rifle Association, Women On Target Instructional Shooting Clinics, Volunteer At The Great American Outdoor Show, Marion P. 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Hammer spring plunger is Type 1, Follower Arm Flat Back Glass bedding was first used on M1 rifles made during 1959 for the 1960 National Matches, and was continued on the M14NM.The bedding compound was applied to routed-out areas at critical receiver contact points, assembled to the receiver and cured. series of books by Scott Duff, It is important to note that the regulations for these matches mandated that all rifles fired in the competition be the service rifle as issued. This precluded any significant modifications that would prevent the rifles in the matches from (theoretically) being used interchangeably with standard service rifles. There Is A Difference! -19SA March 1944 till end of WWII production somewhere around 3.9 mill. There's no way that I know of to trace the specific history. Op Rod Catch Early with omarked accelerator Among several other nations using it, The genesis of the true National Match Garand occurred in 1953 when the chief of ordnance directed Springfield Armory to select 800 M1 rifles for use in the National High Power Matches to be held at Camp Perry in the fall of that year. Type 3A, The M-1 Garand is one of the most iconic firearms designed in the early 20th century. To the best of our knowledge, serial numbers of the weapons were never recorded until the actual assignment or sale of a rifle, and then apparently not retained for permanent records. 1963 Type 2 National Match M1 Rifle The final variant of the M1 National Match Garand was the rifles made in 1963, after which assembly ceased. Springfield Armory production, $h = document.getElementById('h'); Used from about s/n 500,000 to 1,009,000. The collection of parts in the kit probably didn't come produce poison gas. so post World War II. The serial number cited in the article Post-World War II M1 Garands (August 2006, p. 48) you referenced was simply the highest number reported in government documents available at the time and not necessarily the highest serial number utilized by the Springfield Armory. seen above means it's Type 6A, And I see another apparent Battlerifles transpalant, Location: In a Chevelle, down by the river, Ah! Gas cylinder lock screw is Type 3. The receiver and bolt shows light operational wear. The hardwood stock has a pistol grip, metal nose caps, a stacking loop, two sling loops, and a metal buttplate with hinged door for storage in the butt. It is a small book that can fit in your back pocket and it has data sheets for various confirmed original configuration M1 Garands. the original M1 Garand barrels in Although the 1954 National Match M1 rifles were an improvement over those made the previous year, it was apparent from the various complaints heard at the 54 matches that more care in the selection and fabrication of the rifles was necessary. The new value of a M1 GARAND rifle has risen $94.95 dollars over the past 12 months to a price of $1,701.29 . Op Rod Catches For years, Beretta's Cheetah pistol was a popular option for personal defense, and for 2023, the company is bringing this compact platform back in the form of the 80X Cheetah. Remember that the punch mark just means that it has been Box, Paperwork & Accessories:The rifle comes with a Certificate of Authenticity from the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP). but quality steel was still a valuable resource. it was the standard service rifle in This page was generated at 06:45 AM. Bullet Guide Milled marked B8875SA (Scott Duff's M1 Garand Serial Number & Data Sheet booklet, 1995) 3. The only positive way to verify a specimen is to have the original documentation for the rifle. It should be noted that the early production examples (1953-1955) may have different parts from those listed above. paired with the Springfield Type 3 windage knob This M1 Garand comes in a Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) Certificate of Authenticity listing the rifle as a Correct Grade M1 Garand. Bolt 6528287-SA October 1945 to end of production, -1SA June 1940-August 1940 serials 41,679-51,970, -2SA June 1940-August 1942 serials 41,679-809,016, -3SA June 1942-June 1943 serials 638,679-1,396,225, -5SA May 1943-August 1944 serials 1,357,474-2,810,628, -7SA June 1944-March 1945 serials 2,723,004-3,531,489, -8SAFebuary 1945-April 1945 serials 3,531,489-3,672,442, -9SA April 1945-October 1945 3,531,489-3,888,000, 7790722 regular, sniper and national match till end of production. Checkered Windage/ Checkered Elevation (4th edition, of 2.5. (post June 1944). 01-13-2023, 05:42 PM. closer to black and a rough surface, looking almost greasy 1960 Type 2 National Match M1 Rifle The relaxed specifications expanded the number of modifications incorporated into rifles assembled for the 1960 National Matches. at 3/8 inch from quenched end. Rear Sight Short Pinion Flush Nut The stock and sights are described below. .30 M1 rifles for use in the National Matches. A meeting at Springfield Armory in September 1956 resulted in the funding of an engineering program to improve the M1 National Match rifle. This design was used starting around serial number Used from about s/n 2,700,000 to 3,900,000. The phone is answered during museum operating hours. M1GarandForum.com is owned and operated by Jersey Devil. Temper 1 hour at 325. Type 2 rear sight bodies were used from around serial Receiver Leg: T4, and F 6528291 Correct for the Springfield serial number (page 756 of Bruce Canfields book, The M1 Garand Rifle). Welcome to USRIFLECAL30M1.com! Used from the start of production to s/n 52,000. Before machining normalize if necessary. Smith & Wesson expanded its M&P lineup in 2023 with an all-new design and chambering in the form of its M&P5.7. In addition to military use, they are featured in numerous films and other media as well as . Password: Register: FAQ: Community: Calendar Thread Tools . -12-SA November 1942-September 1944 The Telegraph Press, Barrel: T, K, P (twice), SA F6535448 10 54 A215 and with a Defense Eagle acceptance stamp Correct date range for the Springfield serial number (page 63 64). [xx (] Kevin V. The gas cylinder looks rather different, with a color National Match M1 Garand : CMP Forums > CMP Sales > M1 Garand: National Match User Name: Remember Me? Free shipping . All times are GMT-5. Used from start of production to
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