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Springfield M1C, SN: 3688348, Matching No. Base, M82, VERIFIED, Correct Battle Rifle
Guns International #: 101579767 Seller's Inventory #: RJK188 2587-6
Category: Springfield Rifles - M1 Garand - Military Rifles - M1 Garand
Seller's Information
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Seller: Beaver Creek Arms
Company: Beaver Creek Arms
Member Since: 10/15/15
First Name: Steve
Last Name: Clark
State: Pennsylvania
Zip: 17019
Country: United States
Phone: (717) 432-4113
Premium Seller
Number of Active Listings: 31
Total Number of Listings: 649
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Checks, Money Orders or Credit Card with Service Fee
Description:
This Springfield M1 Garand rifle was manufactured in May 1945 and later sent to Griffin & Howe for conversion to MIC configuration with the addition of a Receiver Mounted Scope Base. The base is marked with the rifle serial number, 3688348. It is provided with an M82 scope with clear optics and a post reticle. The scope mounting bracket is numbered to an M1C, but not this one. It’s common to find removable scopes to be mixed on rifles.
You will find that most M1C rifles are “Put-Together” from surplus or salvaged parts and misrepresented as real. This one is NOT, it is a Rare survivor.
I have known this rifle for 30 years, when It was in the collection of noted sniper collector Harlin Reinfeld of Halifax PA. Some of Harlin’s other rifles have been included in “the German Sniper 1914-1945 by Peter B. Senich”. It has changed hands a few times since then.
A verification letter from David H. McClain is included. “This letter verifies that M1 receiver serial number 3688348, is an authentic M1C receiver that was manufactured from the original World War II contract between Springfield Armory, Springfield Mass. and Griffin & Howe of New York City. While this verification is not always one hundred percent accurate, this specific receiver serial number is authenticated beyond any doubt.”
Sight unseen, McClain was unable to verify the entire rifle as most have been overhauled or rebuilt at least one time. However, I have the rifle in hand and have performed a careful analysis. In summary I have found it to be a mostly correct original rifle. I believe the handguards have been replaced and all other parts and finish are correct for a May 1945 Garand. Following is a summary of the component parts:
Receiver: 3688348 (March 1945) D 28291 35, Heat Lot: O 81 (see Photo)
Barrel: Marked 1-SA-4-45 (April 1945) Excellent Bore,
Throat Erosion 4.0, Muzzle Wear 2.5
Op Rod: Un-modified marked D35382, Flat Side (Correct)
Op Rod Catch: Type 2 Late (Correct)
Bullet Guide: Stamped No Notch (Correct)
Clip Latch: Early Round Front, Leftover part from Inventory (Correct)
Follower Assembly: Marked 13, (Correct)
Follower Arm: Un-Beveled (Correct)
Follower Rod: Long Fork Riveted (Correct)
Operating Rod Spring: Round Wire (Correct)
Bolt: Marked D 29287-19SA, Heat Lot B 14 (Correct)
Rear Sight: Lock Bar, Square Ends (Correct)
Rear Sight Cover: Ribs present (Correct)
Aperture: Narrow w/ Double Track (Correct)
Knobs: Knurled (Correct)
Trigger Housing: Marked D 28290-18-SA (Correct)
Trigger Guard: Stamped w/ Milled Hook (Correct)
Trigger: No Hole, No Marks (Correct)
Hammer: Marked C46008-7, Early Leftover part from Inventory (Correct)
Hammer Spring Housing: Parkerized (Correct)
Hammer Spring Plunger: Without Ears (Correct)
Safety: Marked SA-11 (Correct)
Gas Port Cylinder: Unmarked, Wide Sight Platform, Flat on Rear Ring. (Correct)
Front Sight: Unmarked, No Seal, .670” Wide (Correct)
Cylinder Lock: Upper Front Bevel, (Correct)
Cylinder Lock Screw: Cross Slot, Marked P (Correct)
Stacking Swivel Screw: Flat off center swedging (Correct)
Stock: Walnut, Has Patina of hard use, Been there done that (Correct)
Cartouche: SA / NFR, (Correct), OG in a Box (Ogdon Utah Rebuild or Inspection)
Lower Band: Flat (Correct)
Lower Band Pin: Missing, Solid Pin should be present, Fell Out.
Front Handguard: Walnut, Much better condition than stock, replaced?
Rear Handguard: Walnut, Crack at rear, Much better condition than stock, replaced?
Receiver Mounted Scope Base: Marked 3688348 (Correct)
Scope Sight: Marked “TELESCOPE M82 / SERIAL N0. 35589 / STOCK NO. 8437
Scope Sight Mounting Bracket: Marked 3717732 (Original Matching Rifle No.)
This may be the one time in your life that you can add a Verified M1C rifle to your collection that appears to be correct and original, with the exception of the handguards. I don’t recommend it, because tampering with history is a sin, but a prettier SA / NFR stock could be mounted for display. Caliber .30-06, Serial Number 3688348. FFL Required.
REVISION: After listing this Ad. I forwarded it to Dave McClain for review and comment. When Dave first survayed this rifle in 1987 it had a differnt date barrel installed. With that new information I must disclose that it is a Restoration to a Verified M1C receiver. Perhaps now it's not as rare as a Hens tooth but as rare as a Dinosour tooth.
Beaver Creek Arms
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Objective:
As a collector of 35 years and Licensed Firearms Dealer since 1989 I have a clear definition of a satisfactory transaction. I will be paid as we agreed to, and you will be satisfied with your purchase. My goal is to establish a client list of satisfied repeat customers who will recommend me to other collectors. It’s just that simple.
Exiled Saudi princes with secret funds needing change from an over paid purchase need not apply.
Notice:
ALL Federal, State, & Local firearms laws will be followed. I will take NO shortcuts in the process of a legal sale or transfer, so please don’t ask.
SHIPPING:
Shipments are made via U.S.P.S. Priority Mail, Insured, with Signature required. Packing, Shipping and Insurance cost for this rifle is $80.00.
Checks to be made out to: Steve Clark
Mailed to: 380 Beaver Creek Rd. Dillsburg PA 17019
FIREARMS:
Modern firearms, post 1898, can only be shipped to a Type 01 Federal Firearms License address. Curio-Relic firearms, as defined by the BATF list, can usually be shipped to a Type 03 Collectors License address. Some states have additional restrictions such as CA, CT, DC, IL, NJ and NY.
A signed valid FFL license copy either mailed or emailed will be required for shipment to only the license address.
GUARANTEE:
Your complete satisfaction is assured, see objective above. If you are not satisfied, please contact me within 3 days of receipt. Please don’t fire the weapon, safety, function and accuracy are NOT Guaranteed. Any weapon offered by Beaver Creek Arms is never test fired nor is there any representation the gun is functional and safe to fire. These guns are sold for collectors and only represented as used firearms that must be checked by a competent person, observe all the necessary safety precautions prior to attempting to load and fire one of these weapons
RETURNS:
Returns must be made within 3 days of receipt. They must be received in exactly the same condition with no parts exchanged. If it has been altered, damaged, or fired, a refund will not be made. Packing, shipping and insurance cost will not be refunded. All layaway purchases are returnable for merchandise credit only.
PAYMENT:
Bank check, Personal check, and Money Orders are preferred. Visa and MasterCard are accepted with a 3% processing fee. For Visa and MasterCard orders please provide the account number, code number, expiration date, name on card, phone number and card billing address. This information can be phoned in, or E-Mailed. All orders must be paid in advance, C.O.D. orders are not accepted. Checks, both Bank and Personal must clear before the order will be shipped, usually a 2 week delay.
LAYAWAYS:
A 20% deposit is required. Balance is due in 60 days. Deposits are non-refundable and are forfeited after 60 days. Layaway sales are returnable for merchandise credit only.
SALES TAX:
Pennsylvania state sales tax is 6% for in state purchases. The payment of other states sales tax, if applicable, for shipped items is the buyers responsibility.
DISCREET:
Client information will remain Confidential. Your privacy is protected.
SOLD
Curio/Relic: Yes