Auto Ordnance M1 Carbine Paratrooper US Carbine M1A1 .30 cal Rifle
SOLD FOR: $850
WOA#: WY230313FB005
Make: Auto-Ordnance
Model: U.S. M1 Carbine with M1A1 Paratrooper Stock
Serial Number: ME2739
Year of Manufacture: Modern
Caliber: .30 Cal Carbine
Action Type: Semi-Automatic, Blowback
Markings: The chamber is marked, “U.S. Carbine CAL 30 M1”. The rear top of the receiver is marked, “AUTO-ORDNANCE WORCESTER, MA”. The left side of the receiver is marked, “ME2739”.
Barrel Length: 18”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a fixed blade sight with protective wings and the rear sight is an early issue style adjustable L-Type aperture.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The wood stock includes the foregrip and an integrated pistol grip with a wire-frame folding buttstock. The buttstock has a cheek pad made of metal with a thin piece of leather over it and a swiveling spring-loaded metal buttplate with a checkered pattern. The buttstock is fixed and won’t fold (CA Compliant). The stock rates in about Fine overall condition. The cheek piece rivets are brass. There are some scratches and compression marks but the stock remains relatively clean and free of any chips or cracks.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: One 15rd modern production magazine in Very Good Condition.
Type of Finish: Parkerized
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no visible erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows light wear from use on the receiver and charging handle. The remaining screw heads are sharp and pins are unmarred. Springs and threads are still serviceable. The markings are clear. There are light scratches on the barrel. Overall, this rifle rates in about Very Good condition. Please see photos for a better understanding of this rifle’s condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements. Has cross bolt safety and a bolt hold open located on top of the charging handle.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Total of one magazine
Our Assessment: Air superiority was immensely important during World War II, which meant that arming the men who jumped out of planes was a top priority for militaries at the time. In May 1942, the US military adopted the M1A1 Carbine, which is functionally the same as the M1 Carbine, except for the wire-frame side folding stock. The folding wire-frame stock allowed paratroopers to contain the M1A1 in a convenient leg bag, and these carbines weighed 5lbs, half of what the M1 Garands, which were the other firearms issued to paratroopers, weighed. Only the Inland Division of General Motors produced these light and compact firearms, making over 140,000 units for the war effort. These carbines saw action through WWII, Korean War, and Vietnam War years. This example of M1 carbine is a modern Auto Ordnance faithful production to the early M1A1 rifles. The attention to detail Auto Ordnance puts into their reproductions makes these as close as you can get to holding the real deal without owning an overpriced original. Please see specs below and good luck on your bid!