Make: Springfield Armory

Model: M1D Garand, CMP Service Grade

Serial Number: 2146922

Year of Manufacture: November, 1943, Barrel Date August, 1952

Caliber: .30-06 Springfield

Action Type: Semi Auto, 8 round en bloc clip fed

Markings:

Receiver- “U.S. RIFLE / CAL. .30 M1 / SPRINGFIELD / ARMORY / 2146922”

Trigger Group- “D28290-12-SA”

Safety- "C46015-9SA"

Hammer- “C46008-5 SA”

Receiver Leg- “B 1 6", diamond, "D28291 30"

Op Rod- “D35382-W.R.A.”

Barrel- "A", "T", "P" (twice), "S-A-8-52"

Bolt- “6528287 - SA / US1”

Stock- grip with a “P”, left with "RA" and "S.A" in box cartouches.

Rear Sight- "DRC"

Cheek Pad- "MRT / 1 52"

Barrel Length: 24”, 26 1/2" to the front of the installed Hart Mfg. Co. Hider Flash M2.

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. An M84 scope is installed on the barrel block.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The wood stock has a semi-pistol grip, metal nose caps, stacking loop, double sling loops, and a metal buttplate with hinged door for storage (nothing in compartment). The LOP measures 13” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The buttplate shows scattered light wear. There are a few scattered compressions, but no notable damage. There are no chips or cracks. Overall the stocks are in about Fine condition as refurbished.

Type of Finish: Parkerized

Finish Originality: Arsenal Refurbished

Bore Condition: The bore is mostly bright with sharp rifling. There is no erosion in the bore, but there is a little copper fouling. Our gauges show an ME of about 1 and a TE of about 1.5. In this writer's opinion the bore rates 9/10.

Overall Condition: The rifle retains 96% of its metal finish. The finish is generally strong. There is handling wear on the charging handle. The finish is thinning at some edges. There are a few other scattered minor marks. The action shows light operational wear. There is some minor erosion under the finish, primarily on the receiver. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle is in about Fine condition as Arsenal Refurbished.

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: Included are the installed green canvas sling, M84 scope, Hider Flash M2 and 7-16-97 dated CMP DD Form 1438-1 for the transfer of this rifle as an M1D Service Grade.

Our Assessment: This is a nice example of a genuine M1D Garand sold as a Service Grade by the CMP in 1997. The rifle is built on a 1943 Springfield receiver with mostly Springfield parts. Based on the 1952 barrel and cheekpad dates, it is likely that the rifle was refurbished and possibly converted to the M1D configuration in that year. The rifle is in Fine condition with a strong bore. Every collection needs an M1 Garand and this one could be yours. Please see our photos and good luck!