Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this historic semi-automatic rifle today, this is the Inland Manufacturing (Division of General Motors) M1A1 Paratrooper Carbine!
*THIS EXAMPLE SPORTS THE ORIGINAL FACTORY WWII STOCK*
*THIS EXAMPLE SPORTS THE ORIGINAL FACTORY WWII STOCK*
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There were two separate production runs of M1A1 Carbines. The so-called “First Contract” carbines were shipped between October 1942 and October 1943, with approximately 71,000 M1A1s delivered during the period. The second production run was between about May and December 1944 and created less than 70,000 M1A1s.
This example is part of the "Second Contract" holding serial number 5128716 and features the later production pistol grip marking of "RI/3". These were made under subcontract by the J.S. Richardson Company (Richardson-Inland).
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Inland Manufacturing (Division of General Motors)
Model: M1A1 Paratrooper Carbine
Serial: 5128716
Date of Manufacture: 1944 (According to the Barrel Date 3-44)
Caliber: .30 Carbine
Finish: Parkerized
Barrel Length: 18"
Optics/Sights: Wing Protected Blade Front with Adjustable Aperture Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Walnut Pistol Grip and Forearm with Metal Side Folding Stock
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard / The bottom of the pistol grip is marked "RI/3" meaning this was made under subcontract by the J.S. Richardson Company (Richardson-Inland). The side of the pistol grip has the "Crossed Cannons" stamp.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Inland Manufacturing Division of General Motors was the only manufacturer of the M1A1 and manufactured approximately 140,000 by the close of the war. The M1A1 was manufactured in two main production runs, both of approximately 70,000. The first was produced and delivered from late 1942 through until October 1943. M1A1s produced during this run will have early production features, such as flip sights, type 1 barrel bands, high wood etc.
The second production run, started in April 1944 and finished at the end of 1944. M1A1s produced during the beginning of the second run, will have the same characteristics as the first run, but towards the end of the run, will have features typical of a late M1, such as low wood, adjustable sights and even type 3 barrel bands at the very end of the run.
There are many details, but here are the main things to look at:
-All originals are manufactured only by the Inland Division of General Motors.
-All original M1A1s are made of walnut. Any other wood is wrong. Also, check out the shape and angles around the cut away for the folding stock. Fake or reproduction stocks often get this wrong.
-In the butt-plate number B257614* should be cast with a logo of a sunburst in a circle completed by a drawing number between 3 and 12.
-All metal on the stock should be parkarized and not blued. The leather part of the folding stock should be of a very good quality and a dark brown, almost black color. It is very common, to find the leather on the cheek pad missing.
-Rivets used to attach the leather should be dull and not shiny. Brake lining rivets were used on re-builds, sometimes with a “7/4” marking. All original factory production were unmarked.
Condition:
This example will ship with two 20 round magazines!
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.
Model: M1A1 Paratrooper Carbine
Serial: 5128716
Date of Manufacture: 1944 (According to the Barrel Date 3-44)
Caliber: .30 Carbine
Finish: Parkerized
Barrel Length: 18"
Optics/Sights: Wing Protected Blade Front with Adjustable Aperture Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Walnut Pistol Grip and Forearm with Metal Side Folding Stock
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard / The bottom of the pistol grip is marked "RI/3" meaning this was made under subcontract by the J.S. Richardson Company (Richardson-Inland). The side of the pistol grip has the "Crossed Cannons" stamp.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Inland Manufacturing Division of General Motors was the only manufacturer of the M1A1 and manufactured approximately 140,000 by the close of the war. The M1A1 was manufactured in two main production runs, both of approximately 70,000. The first was produced and delivered from late 1942 through until October 1943. M1A1s produced during this run will have early production features, such as flip sights, type 1 barrel bands, high wood etc.
The second production run, started in April 1944 and finished at the end of 1944. M1A1s produced during the beginning of the second run, will have the same characteristics as the first run, but towards the end of the run, will have features typical of a late M1, such as low wood, adjustable sights and even type 3 barrel bands at the very end of the run.
There are many details, but here are the main things to look at:
-All originals are manufactured only by the Inland Division of General Motors.
-All original M1A1s are made of walnut. Any other wood is wrong. Also, check out the shape and angles around the cut away for the folding stock. Fake or reproduction stocks often get this wrong.
-In the butt-plate number B257614* should be cast with a logo of a sunburst in a circle completed by a drawing number between 3 and 12.
-All metal on the stock should be parkarized and not blued. The leather part of the folding stock should be of a very good quality and a dark brown, almost black color. It is very common, to find the leather on the cheek pad missing.
-Rivets used to attach the leather should be dull and not shiny. Brake lining rivets were used on re-builds, sometimes with a “7/4” marking. All original factory production were unmarked.
Condition:
This example will ship with two 20 round magazines!
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.
Shipping Details
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Long Gun Standard Shipping $70.00
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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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