1955 Springfield Armory M1 Garand .30-06 Matching SA 12-55 Stamped Barrel

Description:
MANUFACTURER: SPRINGFIELD ARMORY
MODEL: M1 GARAND
YEAR MANUFACTURED: 1955
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: UNITED STATES
SERIAL NUMBER: 5954511
ISSUED BRANCH: U.S. ARMY
CONFLICT DEPLOYMENT: COLD WAR SERVICE ERA
ARMORY/INSPECTION MARKS: SPRINGFIELD ARMORY RECEIVER LEGEND; SPRINGFIELD ARMORY 12-55 BARREL; VISIBLE STOCK AND COMPONENT INSPECTION MARKS
CALIBER: .30-06 SPRINGFIELD
CAPACITY: 8 ROUNDS
BARREL LENGTH: 24.00"
BARREL FEATURES: SPRINGFIELD ARMORY BARREL DATED 12-55, GAS-OPERATED SYSTEM, FRONT BAYONET LUG
RIFLING: 4-GROOVE RIGHT-HAND RIFLING
OVERALL LENGTH: 43.60"
LENGTH OF PULL: 13.00"
OPERATING SYSTEM: GAS-OPERATED, LONG-STROKE PISTON
ACTION: SEMI-AUTOMATIC, ROTATING BOLT
TRIGGER: TWO-STAGE MILITARY TRIGGER
IRON SIGHTS: U.S. MILITARY APERTURE REAR SIGHT WITH PROTECTED FRONT BLADE
STOCK: U.S. MILITARY HARDWOOD STOCK WITH INSPECTION MARKINGS
GRIP: INTEGRAL SEMI-PISTOL GRIP STOCK CONFIGURATION
FIREARM FINISH: PARKERIZED STEEL WITH OILED WOOD FURNITURE
CONDITION: VERY GOOD; STRONG METAL FINISH, SERVICE WEAR TO WOOD, CRISP RECEIVER MARKINGS, SHARP MILITARY PROFILE
ADDITIONAL FEATURES: SPRINGFIELD ARMORY BARREL DATED 12-55; POSTWAR U.S. MILITARY PRODUCTION; CORRECT M1 GARAND EN-BLOC CLIP FEED SYSTEM; VISIBLE INSPECTION AND STOCK MARKINGS
WHAT’S INCLUDED: M1 GARAND RIFLE, ONE EN-BLOC CLIP

There are military rifles, and then there are icons. Serial number 5954511 is a Springfield Armory M1 Garand from the final chapter of government Garand production, built during the Cold War era when America was refining and maintaining the rifle that had already earned its reputation on battlefields across the globe. Chambered in .30-06 Springfield and fed by the legendary 8-round en-bloc clip, this is the rifle platform General George S. Patton famously described as the greatest battle implement ever devised.

Mechanically, the Garand remains one of the most influential military rifle designs ever fielded. Its gas-operated action and rotating bolt system delivered a level of firepower and reliability that changed infantry combat forever. While much of the world entered World War II armed with bolt-action rifles, American servicemen carried a rugged semi-automatic capable of rapid, accurate follow-up shots under combat conditions. That advantage became one of the defining technological edges of the U.S. military in the mid-20th century.

The receiver serial number falls within Springfield Armory's late-production range, while the barrel is clearly marked "SA" with a 12-55 date, indicating a December 1955 Springfield Armory barrel. The observed barrel date and receiver range are fully consistent with postwar Springfield Armory production and refurbishment practices seen on many service rifles from this period. M1 rifles were continually inspected, rebuilt, and updated throughout their military lives, making documented component markings a critical part of collector evaluation. The visible Springfield Armory markings and military inspection stamps reinforce the rifle's authentic U.S. service heritage.

Collector interest in postwar Springfield Armory Garands has grown steadily as original government rifles continue to disappear into long-term collections. This example offers exactly what serious enthusiasts want: an authentic U.S. military receiver, a Springfield Armory barrel dated 12-55, strong military configuration, attractive walnut stock character, and the unmistakable profile of America's most recognizable service rifle. The stock displays inspection markings and honest service wear that give the rifle the visual presence collectors actively seek.

Every M1 Garand tells the story of American military power during the years when the United States stood as the arsenal of freedom and the dominant force of the early Cold War. From parade grounds to qualification ranges, from overseas deployments to armory racks, rifles like this represented the peak of U.S. military small-arms development before the transition to the M14. It is a rifle that belongs in a serious military collection, a rifle that still commands respect the moment the bolt slams forward, and a rifle that reminds you exactly why the M1 Garand remains one of the most sought-after U.S. martial arms ever built.

For collectors, there is something special about a late Springfield Armory Garand. These rifles represent the final evolution of a battle-proven design that served America through World War II, Korea, and deep into the Cold War. They combine the ruggedness of wartime engineering with the refinement of postwar production, making them highly desirable examples of U.S. military history. Serial number 5954511 stands as a tangible piece of that legacy—steel, walnut, and American craftsmanship forged into one of the most recognizable rifles ever issued.

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Curio/Relic: Yes
Rifle Caliber: .30-06 Springfield
Manufacturer: Springfield
Model: M1 Garand
Serial Number: 5954511
Barrel Length: 24
Condition: Good
Metal Condition: Good
Wood Condition: Good
Bore Condition: Good
Manufacture Date: 1955

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Shipping: $39.99
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