Springfield Armory M1 Garand .30-06 Semi-Auto Rifle, WWII-Era, October 1940 Receiver, Parkerized, 24 in Barrel
This Springfield Armory M1 Garand stands out as an early WWII-era example with a receiver produced in October 1940 and a later 24 in barrel. It features the Parkerized finish typical of the period and the updated gas-port system rather than the earlier gas-trap configuration. The barrel appears to be made in 1942, meaning this is not a matching parts rifle, consistent with an armory rebuild. It retains the classic walnut stock, robust steel receiver, and the M1's iconic en-bloc clip operation.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Fair - Generally clean, some residue or smudges, slight corrosion.
Bore Fouling: Moderate Fouling - Lead or copper fouling with noticeable buildup.
Bore Rifling: Fair Rifling - Worn rifling, slight loss of definition.
Specific Condition Notes: This rifle presents as a well-preserved example from October 1940. The Parkerized finish on the receiver and barrel is consistent and clean, with light handling marks and minimal thinning at the muzzle and high edges. The bore shows moderate fouling from previous use; rifling remains visible with definition beneath the residue and a thorough cleaning is recommended. The American walnut stock is structurally sound with appealing grain, showing only expected field dings for its pre-war vintage. The action cycles properly.
The gas system is the later gas-port configuration, not the early gas-trap type. The barrel is dated 1942, indicating an armory replacement and a mixed-parts configuration.
What's Included
- Springfield Armory M1 Garand rifle
The receiver dates to October 1940, placing this rifle in the early WWII production window at Springfield Armory, United States. It has the later gas-port configuration rather than the short-lived gas-trap system, aligning with wartime updates for reliability and service use.
The barrel measures 24 inches and appears to be dated 1942, pointing to an arsenal replacement during service life. As a result, this is not a matching parts rifle, which is consistent with many period rebuilds that saw mixed components during maintenance and overhauls.
The rifle retains a correct Parkerized finish over its steel receiver and barrel, presenting cleanly with only minor edge thinning. The hardwood walnut furniture is solid, featuring a trapdoor buttplate with cleaning-kit compartment, fixed sling loops, and wood upper handguards.
Iron sights include a wing-protected front sight and a receiver-mounted aperture rear with protective ears for precise, durable alignment. The semi-automatic, long-stroke gas piston action and a 13.0 in length of pull deliver the familiar handling characteristics of the M1 platform.
Feeding is via the M1's en-bloc clip system with the standard 8-round configuration, a hallmark of the design and a key feature of its WWII service history.