Springfield CMP Service Grade M1 Garand .30-06 Semi-Auto U.S. Rifle 1955
SOLD FOR: $1,326
WOA#: WY240224CC020
Make: Springfield Armory
Model: M1 Garand
Serial Number: 5862340
Year of Manufacture: 1955. Barrel Date: 1955
Caliber: 30-06
Action Type: Semi Auto, En Bloc Clip Fed
Markings: The left side of the stock has a faint CMP with Eagle Mark for the Civilian Marksmanship Program. The front side of the grip has a “P” acceptance mark.
Receiver: “U.S. RIFLE / CAL. .30 M1 / SPRINGFIELD / ARMORY / 5862340”
Trigger Group: “6528290-SA”
Hammer: “SA D55446008”
Safety: “SA”
Follower: No markings.
Receiver Leg: “F 6528291”
Op Rod: “6535382 SA”
Barrel: “SA F6535448 5 55 MD 50” and numerous proofs.
Bolt: “6528287-SA A13”
Barrel Length: Approximately 24 Inches
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade set between two protective wings. The rear sight is a fully adjustable aperture sight set between two protective wings. The windage knob is marked “LEFT arrow” twice and “DRC. The elevation knob is marked from “2-12” in increments of two.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The hardwood stock has a traditional grip, metal nose caps, a stacking loop, two sling loops and a metal buttplate with hinged door for storage in the butt. The buttplate has retained its finish and the checkering is well defined. The wood shows very few depressions and only minor scratches and no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 13” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The stock rates in about Excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: Parkerized
Finish Originality: Original, Clear coated.
Bore Condition: The bore is semi-bright and the rifling is well defined. There is very minor erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 7.5/10.
Overall Condition: The metal surfaces of this rifle appear to have been clear coated at some point. Under the clear coat the rifle appears to be in Very Good to Excellent Condition. There is some minor rust present on the serial plate on the back of the receiver, and on the trigger guard. The clear coat is what is giving it its “wet” look. Please see our photos for a better understanding of this rifles 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.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle includes a green canvas sling.
Our Assessment: The U.S. Rifle, Caliber .30, M1 is known affectionately as “the Garand” after its inventor, John Garand. The rifle would become the first standard-issue semi-automatic infantry rifle in the world. While some countries entered the war with limited issued semi-automatic rifles or developed such rifles during the war, America was the only nation to enter with its Army issuing autoloading rifles on a large scale. General Patton famously referred to the rifle as “the greatest battle implement ever devised”. The rifle was chambered in .30-06 Springfield, a powerful and effective cartridge that provided good range and stopping power. It featured an eight-round en-bloc clip, which was inserted into the rifle’s internal magazine. When the last round was fired, the clip would automatically eject with a distinctive “ping,” signaling to the shooter that it was time to reload. Millions were produced during WWII and hundreds of thousands afterward. This post WW2 era example would see use through the Korean War and into the Vietnam War. Interestingly, while many other weapons and military items would see production contracts sent out to otherwise non-related companies, during WWII production remained with Springfield Armory and Winchester. It was only after the war that production would be contracted out to another gunmaker, Harrington & Richardson, as well as the agricultural equipment maker, International Harvester. Today, the M1 Garand remains a popular choice among collectors, shooters, and enthusiasts, prized for its historical significance, engineering excellence, and timeless design. Its legacy continues to endure as a symbol of American military prowess and technological advancement. Please see our photos and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.
