Rare* British-Proofed Springfield M1 Garand – Lend-Lease WWII Collector’s Rifle
Guns International #: 103294347 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Military Rifles - M1 Garand - Military Rifles - British

Seller's Information
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Seller: Royal-firearms
Member Since: 2/8/25
First Name: Davis
State: Georgia
Zip: 31201
Country: United States
Phone: (770) 876-4306
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Number of Active Listings: 10
Total Number of Listings: 22
Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
$45 shipping for long guns
Payment Types Accepted: cash, check

About Us: We are liquidating our collection. We usually sell on GB . I We are new to G.I. If you have any comments or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out.


Description:
Up for sale is an extremely rare Springfield M1 Garand, serial 3019xxx, featuring British Lend-Lease proofing and a combination of U.S. arsenal and inspection markings that make it a standout collector’s piece. This rifle represents a unique intersection of U.S. military production and British wartime service, making it a highly desirable addition to any M1 Garand or WWII collection.

Key Features:
 
  • Serial Number: 3019xxx — Springfield Armory production, mid-production WWII era.
  • Barrel Markings:
    • British Crown with “18 Tons” proof — Lend-Lease inspection..
    • Eagle with three stars above — ordnance/inspection mark.
  • Stock Markings:
    • Three “P” stamps behind the trigger — one with square, one with circle, all visible.
    • SA stamp — Springfield Armory acceptance.
    • RRA stamp — Rock Island Arsenal marking.
  • Included Accessories:
    • Original cleaning rod, oiler.
Why This Rifle is Special:
 
  • British Lend-Lease proof marks are uncommon on M1 Garands, making this rifle rare and highly collectible.
  • Multiple arsenal stamps and proof marks (SA, RRA, P-stamps) in a single rifle are extremely rare.
  • Complete with original stock accessories, enhancing its historical integrity.
  • Mid-production serial number with all markings intact makes this a museum-quality display rifle.


Condition:
 
  • Stock and metal show honest service wear, all blemishes are clearly shown in the photos.
  • Receiver, barrel, and proof markings are crisp and legible.
  • Sold as a collector-grade rifle
Collector Note:
This is a rare, historically significant M1 Garand, perfect for starting collector or advanced collections. The British proof and multiple arsenal stamps make it highly desirable and very difficult to replace.

Disclaimers:

Note: As with all vintage firearms, this rifle should be inspected by a qualified gunsmith prior to firing.

There will be a $45 shipping charge added to the final sale price.
Please contact us prior to payment for insurance pricing if you would like your shipment insured.
We are not responsible for lost packages if no insurance is purchased.
We do not test these firearms.
Have them checked by a licensed gunsmith before operation.
We are not responsible for any injury or misuse
 

Price: $3,199.00

Curio/Relic: Yes