M1 Garand expert help needed pics included

[jaygt]

hello i got this rifle included on a deal around 5 years ago. i have been unable to shoot it. its just been sitting in the safe. i now have an interest in shooting again and am wondering on any info on it. i do not know anything about M1 Garands. i will be greatfull for any info you could give me. value?

 

[OneBarfly]

Total Junk. Please send it to me for a proper burial.

All kidding aside, can't tell too much without seeing all the numbers. Looks to be a fine example of a post-war rebuild with Augusta Arsenal mark on stock.

 

[jaygt]

what other numbers would help?

 

[OneBarfly]

Hello,

Drawing numbers on the bolt, barrel, oprod, trigger group. Also, the serial number would help. Just use "###" for the last three digits if you are concerned. This will help us date the receiver. From what I can tell so far, it looks very nice anyway.

 

[SKScanuck]

The part numbers have the makers initials on them, (SA for Springfield Armoury, WRA for Winchester, and IH for International Harvester (I think it is IH))

The value of your rifle increases with a lower serial number (six digits for example instead of seven) and if the parts are all SA marked as yours in a Springfield.

Cheers

 

[JP]

AA on the stock stands for Augusta Arsenal were many M-1 Garands were re-built for the US Military.

 

[Hungry]

OMG! Where did you get that piece of junk ?

You will just have to give it to me!

Okay, jokes aside... you have a fine piece of history there. Very nice ! Get out and shoot it.

 

[Silverback]

Garands in decent condition have been listed from $650 to over $1000 lately, though I'm not sure how many have sold at the higher end. Your Garand is in similar condition to mine was when I first got it almost 20 years ago, which also went through rebuild in Augusta Arsenal most likely in the early '60's from what I have read. I wouldn't be surprised if yours is in the 5 million serial number range as well. Most buyers are not critical on "all correct" rifles as they are pretty much non existant after one rebuild, overall your rifle is much better than average IMHO. I have been shooting mine for many years and it is a great rifle which I would never sell.

 

[jaygt]

thank you soo much for your great feedback. i have learned alot. i will check the serial numbers when i wake up. i have another one as well i will take pictures of. i think i traded some stuff for it at a gun show 10 years ago.

 

[Alonzo]

Find yourself some enbloc clips...lots.
Go buy some 150 grain 30-06 ammo, load the clips and go out to the range and start shooting.
Just make sure you wear the adult size "Depends" underwear.
Because you are going to have so much fun you will soil your trousers.
Cheers
BTW, that is one killer Garand!!!!!