Make: Springfield Armory

Model: M1 Garand

Serial Number: 807525

Year of Manufacture: Receiver: August 1942. Barrel Date December 1959

Caliber: .30-06 Springfield

Action Type: Semi Auto, En Bloc Clip Fed

Markings:
Receiver: “U.S. RIFLE / CAL. .30 M1 / SPRINGFIELD / ARMORY / 807525”

Receiver Leg: “022 G D 28291-17” 

Trigger Group: “D28290–7-SA”

Hammer: “C46008-3 SA”

Follower: ”12” 

Safety: “C46016-6SA”

Op-rod: “6535382 SA” 

Barrel: “D 6535448 12-59 279”, “VAR” with a Danish Crown, “DK” with a Crown, “M”, and “KOA”.

Bolt: “D28287-I W.R.A.”

Gas Cylinder: “B”

Stock: The grip is marked with a Circle “P” acceptance mark. The pommel is stamped with a “K”, The belly is marked with the serial number, The Left flank is marked with “RIA EB” indicating an arsenal rebuild at Rock Island.

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 “WRIGHT”. The elevation knob is marked from 2-12 in increments of 2 with “WCE”.

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. The stock and handguards have been very lightly sanded and refinished as the markings are still mostly visible. The wood shows scattered lines and compressions with a series of dimple marks on the right hand side. There is a notable gouge on the belly of the stock on the right side in front of the bottom metal. The rear upper handguard has a crack forming from the receiver towards the rear band. The metal buttplate has lost almost all of its finish, has semi sharp checkering on the door and dulled checkering on the plate. The edges show scrapes and rub wear. Overall the stock is in Good + to Very Good condition.

Type of Finish: Parkerized

Finish Originality: Refinished and Original

Bore Condition: The bore is mostly bright with defined rifling and some barely visible erosion in the grooves. The CMP inspection tag shows a muzzle of 1+ and a throat of 2+. Our gauges show a muzzle of 1 and the throat of 2. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 8/10.

Overall Condition: The rifle retains 98% of its metal finish. The bolt shows minor wear on the friction surfaces. The gas plug and cylinder lock have lost most of their finish. There is some minor thinning of the finish on the barrel. There is a series of scuff marks on the bottom of the gas cylinder. The screw heads are mostly sharp and the markings are clear. Overall this rifle is in 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 CMP Certificate of authenticity, manual, thank you card, inspection tag, yellow chamber flag, en bloc clip and a foam padded cardboard box.

Our Assessment: The Springfield M1 Garand is one of the most iconic rifles in American military history, designed by John C. Garand and adopted by the U.S. Army in 1936. As the world’s first standard-issue semi-automatic rifle, it provided American soldiers with a significant advantage in firepower during World War II. Chambered in .30-06 Springfield and featuring an 8-round en-bloc clip, the M1 Garand was praised for its reliability, accuracy, and durability in various conditions. Over 6 million units were produced, serving in World War II, the Korean War, and even early stages of the Vietnam War.

This specific Springfield M1 Garand was manufactured in August 1942, during the ramp-up of U.S. involvement in World War II. It has since undergone updates and rebuilds, including the installation of a Danish VAR (Vaabenarsenalet) barrel dated December 1959. These barrels were highly regarded for their quality and were often used in rifles refurbished for NATO allies, the CMP or surplus programs. The rifle also features a serial number-matching stock marked with a Rock Island Arsenal rebuild stamp, indicating that it was overhauled and restored to serviceable condition at Rock Island during its lifetime.

This rifle, categorized by the CMP (Civilian Marksmanship Program) as Service Grade, reflects its history of careful maintenance and upgrades to ensure functionality. The combination of a wartime receiver, a high-quality Danish VAR barrel, and the arsenal rebuild markings makes this M1 Garand a significant piece of military history. It represents the enduring legacy of a rifle that shaped the outcome of pivotal conflicts and continues to be cherished by collectors, shooters, and historians alike.