Springfield Armory M1 Garand – 7.62x51mm NATO – 1942 – XLNT!
This is a no reserve penny auction for a Springfield Armory M1-Garand semi-automatic rifle in 7.62x51mm NATO. Serial number – 692283. This rifle is in excellent condition with an excellent bore. The bore is bright and shiny all the way down with sharp rifling. The parkerized finish on the receiver is excellent! It is smooth, even, and doesn't show any signs of rust or pitting. The furniture on this rifle is in great condition as well. It also features a canvas sling. Based on its Arlington Ordnance stamp under the op rod, this rifle has been rechambered to shoot 7.62x51mm NATO (.308).
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<br />Unofficially named ‘The Garand’ after its legendary designer, John Garand, the M1 Garand Rifle is one of the most famous firearms in the history of the United States. General George S. Patton once said the M1 is "the greatest implement of battle ever devised."