Rifle was manufactured in July of 1942 and has a sharp WRA/GHD inspected buttstock. Has a gray-worn period-correct military finish in good condition with a beautiful patina. All parts except for the follower arm rod are Winchester.
- Winchester Repeating Arms Company M1 Garand Rifle manufactured in July 1942.
- 24” Winchester barrel.
- Gas cylinder is wide base Winchester with Winchester front sight and staked stacking swivel.
- Excellent single slot lock screw with Winchester machining marks.
- Winchester Operating Rod that has NOT been altered with a relief cut.
- Original WW2 Winchester Locking Bar rear sight with staked elevation pinion and Rockwell hardness proof marks.
- Trigger mechanism appears to be all correct. Housing is a WRA large pad with a cloverleaf hole.
- Bolt is Winchester, marked D28286-1 W.R.A.
- Excellent condition original WW2 “GHD Inspected” long channel walnut stock with matching handguards.
- The stock is original WW2 vintage, inspected by Colonel Guy H. Drewry, with a strong cartouche, cross cannons, and firing proof. Buttplate, lower band and ferrule are Winchester.
- The stock has a very nice patina with some dings and dents as would be expected in a 80+ year old stock.
- There is a rack number "171" stamped into the left side of the pistol grip and a small arsenal repair at the bottom of the buttplate area (see photo).
- The rifle has a bright, shiny bore with strong lands and grooves.
- Gauges 2 at the Muzzle.
- Guages 1 at the Throat.
- This rifle is used and has not been test-fired by us.
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This item can only be shipped to a federal firearms license holder. The purchaser MUST send us a copy of the FFL this firearm will be shipped to. This item is eligible for 03 Curio and Relic licenses.
Most firearms that Dupage Trading Company, LLC sells are between 65 to 250 years old. We consider this weapon is being sold for collecting purposes only. We do NOT test fire nor do we warrant the operation or safety of the firearm(s) advertised. You should have a competent gunsmith who is familiar with this type of firearm inspect and advise you of any potential safety concerns.
