Springfield Armory CMP Service Grade M1 Garand .30-06 Semi-Automatic Rifle, 24" Barrel, 1943 Production
Built in September 1943 and later refurbished by the Civilian Marksmanship Program, this Springfield Armory M1 Garand represents a WWII-era Service Grade example that remains range-ready. It retains its Parkerized carbon-steel receiver and barrel, an oil-finished walnut stock set, and all the hallmark features of the iconic U.S. service rifle—including the eight-round en-bloc clip system that delivers the signature “ping.” Backed by CMP paperwork and a matching hard case, this rifle combines documented provenance with the robust build that made the Garand a legend.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good – Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling – Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: After CMP refurbishment the rifle exhibits minor scratching, scuffing, and small blemishes on the metal and wood surfaces, consistent with limited post-refurbish handling.
What’s Included
- CMP hard case with molded logo
- CMP Certificate of Authenticity
- U.S. Rifle, Caliber .30, M1 owner’s manual
- Additional CMP paperwork
- M1 Garand eight-round en-bloc clip
Springfield Armory produced this receiver in the 1.94-million serial range, placing it squarely in the peak WWII production period of September 1943. The rifle retains its bayonet lug, stacking swivel, and a butt-plate with trapdoor for a cleaning kit—details valued by collectors seeking a correct Service Grade configuration.
The CMP rebuild ensures the rifle meets the program’s Service Grade standards: sound headspace, reliable function, and a bright bore with strong rifling. The gas-operated, rotating-bolt action remains crisp, preserving the rifle’s reputation for dependable cycling and accuracy with M2 ball or comparable .30-06 loads.
Walnut furniture, refinished in a traditional oil treatment, provides the classic look and feel of a wartime Garand. Combined with the Parkerized metalwork, the rifle shows the purposeful finish contrast typical of field-issued examples while offering the durability expected from carbon-steel components.
Iron sights include a wing-protected front blade and an aperture rear sight adjustable for windage and elevation, giving shooters the proven sighting system that accompanied U.S. forces across multiple theaters.