Make: Springfield Armory

Model: M1-D Garand

Serial Number: 10412

Year of Manufacture: Receiver April 1939, Barrel Date 9-1952.

Caliber: .30-06

Action Type: Semi Automatic rifle, En Block Clip Fed

Markings:

Receiver: “U.S. RIFLE / CAL. .30 M1 / SPRINGFIELD / ARMORY / 10412”.

Trigger Group: “D28290-12-SA”.

Hammer: “C-46008-1W.R.A.”

Safety: “SA-11”

Follower: “12”.

Receiver Leg: “B 2 U D 28291” and “TE 4-69” in electropencil for Tooele Army Depot

Op Rod: “D35382 3 SA”

Bolt: “6528287-SA / J-1-B”.

Barrel: Proofs and inspection stamps “S-A-9-52”, on the top of the barrel under the wood “D 7312555 A175B” and small ordnance wheel. Correct drawing number and barrel date for M1-D.

Stock: The grip has a circle “P” acceptance stamp.

Scope: “TELESCOPE M84 SERIAL NO. 5882”

Barrel Length: 24”, 27” with the T-37-style flash suppressor.

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade set between two protective wings. The rear sight is a fully adjustable aperture set between protective wings. The windage knob is marked “LEFT arrow” twice and “DRC”. The elevation knob is marked “2-12”.

The M84 scope has covered turrets marked 0-9 for elevation and L/R 0-20 in increments of 5 for windage. The scope has a tapered post reticle. The sight picture is clear. The knobs turn with positive clicks and the sunshade is intact. The scope shows some minor marks and lines on the exterior. Overall the scope is in Very Good+ condition.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock has a semi-pistol grip, metal nose caps, two sling loops, stacking loop and a metal buttplate with a hinged door for storage. The LOP measures 13 inches. The rifle also has a leather cheek piece to offset the shooter’s head for the scope. The leather cuff shows patina around all the brass grommets. The finish has dried out especially under the leather cuff. The wood shows scattered minor marks, lines and compressions. There are no visible cracks. The grip has been reprofiled so the rear left edge of the receiver now hangs slightly over the wood. The top rear edge of the butt shows some small chips. The metal buttplate has been refinished. It has excellent checkering and a strong door spring. Overall the stock is in Good condition.

Type of Finish: Parkerized

Finish Originality: Refinished.

Bore Condition: The bore is bright with sharp rifling. There is no visible pitting or fouling in the grooves of the rifling. According to our gauges the muzzle reads at a .5 and the throat at 0. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 10/10.

Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its metal finish. The friction surfaces of the bolt and receiver show very minor rub wear. The finish shows some scattered minor discoloration from age. The finish also shows some very light handling marks. The stacking ring and mount show some surface rust. The markings are clear and the screw heads are sharp. Overall the rifle is in Very 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 the scope, mount, and leather cheekpiece.

Our Assessment: This Springfield M1-D sniper rifle began as a standard M1 Garand with a receiver manufactured in April 1939 and was later converted to sniper configuration using a correctly marked Springfield barrel. The barrel includes the proper “D 7312555 A175B” drawing number under the handguard and a small ordnance wheel, both consistent with original M1-D conversions. Key features include a T-37 style flash suppressor, matching M84 scope (serial 5882), leather cheekpiece, and a bright bore rated 10/10 with measurements of .5 at the muzzle and 0 at the throat. The receiver leg is electropenciled “TE 4-69,” indicating an inspection or arsenal service at Tooele Army Depot in Utah during April 1969. The rifle retains approximately 98% of its parkerized finish and remains in Very Good+ condition.

As the final standardized sniper variant of the Garand, the M1-D was adopted in 1951, served through the Korean War and into Vietnam. With its offset scope mount and simplified flash suppressor, the M1-D was easier to produce and maintain than the earlier M1C model. This example, blending an early WWII production receiver with correct Cold War-era sniper components, reflects the military’s commitment to reusing and upgrading proven platforms. It is a testament to the enduring legacy of the M1 Garand and the evolving demands of mid-20th-century battlefield accuracy.