International Harvester M1 Garand .30-06 Semi-Auto Rifle, 24 Inch LMR 3-54 Barrel, Parkerized, Original Walnut Stock, 1954
This International Harvester M1 Garand stands out as a mid-1954 production rifle with all parts original and a period-correct Line Material Corp. (LMR) barrel dated 3-54. The original walnut stock bears the boxed Department of Defense eagle over three stars acceptance stamp (DAS) and a P firing proof on the grip. Its serial falls within International Harvester's 1954 allocation range, pairing a parkerized finish with classic iron sights for an authentic, correct configuration.
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: This firearm is in solid shape. There are some scratches and blemishes present. Bore is clean and shiny.
What’s Included
- 6 x 8-round magazines
- Ammunition: 6 x 8 rounds of .30-06 Springfield
Produced in 1954, this International Harvester M1 Garand falls within IHC's 5,000,501–5,278,245 serial allocation for that period, aligning to mid-year manufacture. All parts are original, offering a cohesive example that reflects its factory-correct configuration.
The 24 inch LMR barrel is dated 3-54, matching the rifle's timeframe and noted for its period-correct pairing with IHC receivers. The action is semi-automatic, gas-operated with a rotating bolt, and the internal feeding system uses the standard 8-round en-bloc clip with automatic clip ejection. A bright, unparked chamber face is noted.
The original walnut stock and handguards present as full-length furniture and include a checkered steel buttplate with trap and sling swivels. Acceptance and proof markings are present: a boxed DAS on the left side of the stock and a P firing proof on the grip. The right butt shows painted numerals "13."
Metal components wear a parkerized finish, including the receiver. Sighting is by a wing-protected front post and a rear aperture/micrometer sight with windage and elevation knobs. Length of pull measures 13.0 inches, and the rifle retains its U.S. production character throughout.