Springfield Armory M1 Garand .30-06, 1945 WWII Receiver with Danish VAR Barrel (5-60), Parkerized, Walnut Stock
This Springfield Armory M1 Garand pairs a 1945 WWII-era receiver with a Danish Vaabenarsenalet (VAR) replacement barrel dated 5-60. It carries Danish acceptance markings along with U.S. stock proofs, retains its parkerized finish, and features post-war sight knobs without a lock bar. The rifle presents classic M1 configuration with a walnut stock and handguards, en-bloc clip system, and bayonet-capable gas cylinder.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Fair - Generally clean, some residue or smudges, slight corrosion.
What's Included
- Springfield Armory M1 Garand semi-automatic rifle
Built on a U.S.-made Springfield Armory receiver from 1945, this M1 Garand reflects a WWII production base that was later arsenal-updated. The rifle uses post-war rear sight knobs without a lock bar, consistent with later service upgrades. The receiver and major steel components carry a parkerized finish.
The barrel is a Danish Vaabenarsenalet (VAR) replacement, marked D6535448 and dated 5-60. It shows Danish acceptance/proof marks including 'DK' on the barrel. These updates reflect the rifle’s service and maintenance history during its post-war use.
Stock furniture is walnut, including the handguards. Markings include a boxed cartouche on the left wrist and a circled 'P' proof on the pistol grip. The buttplate is steel, checkered, and features a trapdoor. Sling swivels are installed.
The rifle retains classic M1 features: a 24 inch barrel, an overall length of approximately 43.5 inches, and an en-bloc clip system. The gas cylinder is configured with a bayonet lug and lock screw. Sights consist of a wing-protected front blade and an aperture rear adjustable for windage and elevation.
Additional component markings include a bolt marked D28287-19SA A-7. The receiver is steel with a parkerized finish, and the rifle is chambered in .30-06.