WWII S.Korea M1 Carbine .30 Cal 18” Semi-Auto Rifle Standard Products 1973
SOLD FOR: $1025
WOA#: WY230114VI001
Make: The Standard Products Company
Model: M1 Carbine
Serial Number: 107576
Year of Manufacture: 1943-1944, Likely Summer-Winter of 1943 after the Bataan Death March when loved ones including wives, parents, and children of the soldiers lost at Bataan came to help in production. Blue Sky Import which means this rifle was sent to S.Korea for military service and was imported back to the U.S. in the 80’s or 90’s.
Caliber: .30 Cal Carbine
Action Type: Semi-Automatic
Markings: The top of the receiver is marked “U.S. CARBINE CAL. .30 M1 / STD. PRO. 2192968”. The mag release button is marked, “M WA”. The left side of the barrel is marked, “BLUE SKY/ ARLINGTON, VA.” There are some fainter markings on the top of the barrel.
Barrel Length: 18″
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a painted fixed blade. The rear sight is an adjustable peephole sight.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is American Walnut with a sling well sling swivel on barrel band (left), large M1 traditional pistol grip, bayonet lug and steel buttplate. There are a few light scratches. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 13.25″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttstock. The stock rates in about Very Good overall condition. When M1 Carbines were imported back from S.KOREA most of them were too beat up to be deemed serviceable with heavy Hangpul markings so Blue Sky replaced the stocks more often than not. This stock is one of the refurbished stocks.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: 1 30rd SEY USGI magazine in Very Good condition. The spring is strong and the leading edges are sharp. There are patches of corrosion on the magazine.
Type of Finish: Blued / Parkerized
Finish Originality: Blue Sky Factory Refurbished receiver and stock.
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is light visible erosion in the bore with light fouling in the grooves.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 95% of its refurbished finish. The balance of the finish shows wear across the bolt group surface and around the receiver. The screw heads are sharp and the pins are unmarred. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Very Good 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 M1 carbine comes with a total of one magazine.
Our Assessment: The M1 Carbine is one of the gallant heroes of World War II. Used by American troops in both theatres, it was the smaller more ergonomic cousin to the M1 Garand Main Battle Rifle. The M1 was produced by everyone from Winchester to General Motors. After World War II, the M1 Carbine would go on to serve US forces in Korea and Vietnam, becoming one of the most famous US battle implements. This beautiful M1 Carbine is one of those serviced in South Korea after WWII and then imported back into the U.S. in the 80’s and 90’s. Making an already rare breed all the more historically rich and desirable. It was first produced shortly after the Bataan Death March when family members of lost soldiers in Bataan came to help Standard Products Company increase production rates for the front lines. This could be a critter gun, a range gun, or a truck gun thanks to its compact yet powerful build. Please see our photos, specs below, and good luck on your bid!