Make: Springfield Armory

Model: M1 Garand

Serial Number: 7004883

Year of Manufacture: Receiver Early 1980s, Barrel 12-1943

Caliber: .30-06 Springfield

Action Type: Semi Auto, En Bloc Clip Fed

Markings:
Receiver: “U.S. RIFLE / CAL. .30 M1 / SPRINGFIELD / ARMORY / 7004883”.

Trigger Group: “6528290 IHC C” An international Harvester Part

Hammer: “5546008 IHC” An international Harvester Part

Follower: ”11” 

Safety: “SA-11” 

Receiver Leg: “WDB D 28291 32” 

Receiver Bottom: “57” 

Op Rod: “D-6535382 IHC”

Barrel: There is a sideways “V” a proof “3-S-A-12-43 P” and a punch.

Bolt: “D28287-19SA / A-5” with a Diamond.

Stock: The stock has a circle “P” acceptance stamp on the grip and a Very Faint DOD Eagle on the left side above the trigger. 

Barrel Length: Approximately 24 Inches

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. The windage knob is marked “LEFT arrow” twice with “BME”. The elevation knob is marked from 2-12 in increments of 2 and “NHC”.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The wood stock has a traditional Semi-pistol grip, metal nose caps, two sling loops, stacking ring, and a checkered metal buttplate with storage compartment. The LOP measures 13” inches from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad. A cleaning kit with the metal tube, bore snake style bore brush, and a see-through plastic lubricant case was found in the compartment. The stock and handguards have been very lightly sanded and refinished. As a result the stock shows fewer compressions than a normal M1. There are still small compressions and lines scattered throughout the wood. There is a small chip missing from the right flank near the end of the op-rod that has been filled in with oil. The handguards are in Excellent shape and show virtually no marrs. The newer style metal buttplate retains its finish, shows only minor wear around the edges, has sharp checkering and has a strong door spring. There are no visible cracks. Overall the stock set is in Very Good + condition.

Type of Finish: Parkerized

Finish Originality: Original 

Bore Condition: The bore is semi bright with well defined rifling. There is mild erosion / pitting throughout the bore. According to our gauges the muzzle reads at a 3 and the throat at a 5. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 5/10.

Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 95% of its metal finish. The majority of the finish loss is on the gas cylinder and gas lock. There is some minor finish loss on the friction surfaces of the bolt. The front handguard spacer has lost its finish and has begun to turn brown with patina. The markings are clear and the screw heads are sharp. Overall this rifle is in Good + to Very 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: This rifle includes a Green Canvas Sling, and the above mentioned cleaning kit.

Our Assessment: The M1 Garand, often called "the greatest battle implement ever devised" by General George S. Patton, was the standard-issue rifle of the U.S. military during World War II and the Korean War. Designed by John Garand and officially adopted in 1936, it was the first semi-automatic rifle to be mass-issued to infantry forces. Chambered in .30-06 Springfield, the M1 Garand featured an 8-round en-bloc clip, offering a significant rate of fire advantage over bolt-action rifles. Its robust design and reliability in harsh conditions made it a favorite among American soldiers, playing a pivotal role in the success of the U.S. military during the mid-20th century.

This specific rifle has a Springfield Armory commercial receiver in the 7,000,000 serial number range, indicative of a commercial production M1 in the 1980s. These commercial production rifles were manufactured for the civilian market, as Springfield Armory, Inc., a private company unrelated to the original government-run Springfield Armory. These rifles were produced to meet the growing demand from collectors and enthusiasts before M1s were released by the Director of Civilian Marksmanship(DCM known now as the CMP). This rifle features a Springfield Armory barrel dated December 1943, which is a wartime production component. This combination of a modern receiver and vintage barrel offers an intriguing mix of historical significance and contemporary craftsmanship.

Adding to its historical appeal, this rifle is equipped with an original M1 Garand stock, complete with a Circle "P" acceptance mark and a Department of Defense (DOD) Eagle cartouche. These markings indicate military acceptance and inspection, showing the stock originated from a service rifle. This blend of components reflects the enduring legacy of the M1 Garand, a rifle revered not only for its wartime service but also for its enduring popularity among collectors and shooters.