Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this incredible semi-automatic rifle today for a penny-start auction, this is the Springfield Armory / Civilian Marksmanship Program M1 Garand “Special Rack Grade”.
The Special Rack Grade is one of the many grades offered by the Civilian Marksmanship Program for its M1 Garand rifles. These rifles are assembled using a combination of original U.S. Government Issue (USGI) components and newly manufactured parts as part of CMP’s refurbishment program. Each example is fitted with a new production American walnut stock and handguard set bearing the CMP cartouche, along with a new production barrel and new web sling. The receiver and many of the remaining components are refinished USGI parts, although certain small components may be newly manufactured replacements. Receivers may exhibit cosmetic wear such as pitting—often visible above the wood line—which reflects their prior military service. These Special Rack Grade rifles were rebuilt to be mechanically sound, allowing shooters to own and shoot one of the most legendary United States Military rifles during World War II.
According to the owner, this example remains in UNFIRED AND NEW STOCK CONDITION. We see no evidence to indicate otherwise!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Springfield Armory / Civilian Marksmanship Program
Model: M1 Garand “Special Rack Grade”
Serial: 1420932
Date of Manufacture: 1943 (Original date when the receiver was manufactured)
Caliber: .30-06
Finish: Parkerized
Barrel Length: 24" CBI Manufactured Barrel with a 1-10 Twist and Produced on 04/21
Optics/Sights: Winged Protected Blade Front with Adjustable Aperture Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Walnut
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard / The rear of the receiver is stamped “U.S.RIFLE / CAL. .30 M1 / Springfield Armory. / 1420932”. The right side of the barrel -behind the op rod- is stamped “CBI 6535448 1-10 04/21 5U”, which indicates that CBI produced the barrel with a 1-10 twist, and was made on 04/21. The top of the bolt is stamped “D28287-12SA / S-06.” The left side of the stock is stamped with a Civilian Marksmanship Program cartouche.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The M1 Garand, commonly referred to as the M1 rifle, was the first semi-automatic rifle issued as the standard service weapon for the U.S. Army, marking a significant evolution in infantry armament and providing soldiers with unprecedented firepower and rapid follow-up shot capability. It played a crucial role during World War II and the Korean War, where its reliability and effectiveness were repeatedly demonstrated under combat conditions. Chambered in the powerful .30-06 Springfield cartridge, the rifle was designed by Canadian-American engineer John Garand, whose innovative mechanism provided smooth semi-automatic operation while maintaining durability in harsh battlefield environments. The M1 quickly gained a reputation for its robust construction, dependable performance, and overall effectiveness on the battlefield, which earned the admiration of soldiers and commanders alike. Soldiers appreciated its fast, semi-automatic operation, which gave them a significant advantage over opponents armed with bolt-action rifles, and General George S. Patton famously called it "the greatest battle implement ever devised," reflecting its impact on modern infantry tactics. Officially adopted in 1936, production of the M1 Garand increased steadily through the late 1930s, and it became widely issued to U.S. forces by the early 1940s, effectively replacing the bolt-action M1903 Springfield as the standard service rifle. Although officially succeeded by the selective-fire M14 rifle on March 26, 1958, the M1 Garand continued to see limited use in specialized units, reserve formations, and training roles for several years afterward, demonstrating the lasting utility and enduring legacy of this groundbreaking infantry weapon.
Contents:
Model: M1 Garand “Special Rack Grade”
Serial: 1420932
Date of Manufacture: 1943 (Original date when the receiver was manufactured)
Caliber: .30-06
Finish: Parkerized
Barrel Length: 24" CBI Manufactured Barrel with a 1-10 Twist and Produced on 04/21
Optics/Sights: Winged Protected Blade Front with Adjustable Aperture Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Walnut
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard / The rear of the receiver is stamped “U.S.RIFLE / CAL. .30 M1 / Springfield Armory. / 1420932”. The right side of the barrel -behind the op rod- is stamped “CBI 6535448 1-10 04/21 5U”, which indicates that CBI produced the barrel with a 1-10 twist, and was made on 04/21. The top of the bolt is stamped “D28287-12SA / S-06.” The left side of the stock is stamped with a Civilian Marksmanship Program cartouche.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The M1 Garand, commonly referred to as the M1 rifle, was the first semi-automatic rifle issued as the standard service weapon for the U.S. Army, marking a significant evolution in infantry armament and providing soldiers with unprecedented firepower and rapid follow-up shot capability. It played a crucial role during World War II and the Korean War, where its reliability and effectiveness were repeatedly demonstrated under combat conditions. Chambered in the powerful .30-06 Springfield cartridge, the rifle was designed by Canadian-American engineer John Garand, whose innovative mechanism provided smooth semi-automatic operation while maintaining durability in harsh battlefield environments. The M1 quickly gained a reputation for its robust construction, dependable performance, and overall effectiveness on the battlefield, which earned the admiration of soldiers and commanders alike. Soldiers appreciated its fast, semi-automatic operation, which gave them a significant advantage over opponents armed with bolt-action rifles, and General George S. Patton famously called it "the greatest battle implement ever devised," reflecting its impact on modern infantry tactics. Officially adopted in 1936, production of the M1 Garand increased steadily through the late 1930s, and it became widely issued to U.S. forces by the early 1940s, effectively replacing the bolt-action M1903 Springfield as the standard service rifle. Although officially succeeded by the selective-fire M14 rifle on March 26, 1958, the M1 Garand continued to see limited use in specialized units, reserve formations, and training roles for several years afterward, demonstrating the lasting utility and enduring legacy of this groundbreaking infantry weapon.
Contents:
This example will ship with the Civilian Marksmanship Program hard case, a CMP Certificate of Authenticity, and all the other contents pictured above.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
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Additional Information
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https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1162546893 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-03-29 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
1525 |
SoldOutTime: |
2026-03-29 17:06:17 |





