Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this renowned semi-automatic rifle for a penny-start auction; this is the Winchester M1 Carbine.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: M1 Carbine
Serial: 5687962
Caliber: .30 Carbine
Finish: Parkerized
Barrel Length: 18"
Optics/Sights: Wing-Protected Blade Front with Adjustable Aperture Rear
Stock/Grips: Plain Walnut Stock
Action: Semi-Automatic Rifle
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Winchester M1 Carbine is one of the most iconic American firearms of the 20th century, originally developed and adopted in 1941 to provide U.S. troops with a lightweight, semi-automatic arm that bridged the gap between a pistol and a full-size battle rifle. Designed to be compact and easy to carry, the M1 Carbine weighs roughly 5.2 pounds and fires the .30 Carbine (7.62×33mm) cartridge from a 15-round detachable box magazine, making it far more maneuverable than heavier service rifles of the era. It quickly became a staple for support troops, officers, and airborne units in World War II, seeing extensive use in the European and Pacific theaters, and remained in service through the Korean War and into the early stages of the Vietnam War. Over 6.1 million carbines were produced during the war years by multiple contractors under Winchester’s original design, making it one of the most widely manufactured American military small arms in history.
Model: M1 Carbine
Serial: 5687962
Caliber: .30 Carbine
Finish: Parkerized
Barrel Length: 18"
Optics/Sights: Wing-Protected Blade Front with Adjustable Aperture Rear
Stock/Grips: Plain Walnut Stock
Action: Semi-Automatic Rifle
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Winchester M1 Carbine is one of the most iconic American firearms of the 20th century, originally developed and adopted in 1941 to provide U.S. troops with a lightweight, semi-automatic arm that bridged the gap between a pistol and a full-size battle rifle. Designed to be compact and easy to carry, the M1 Carbine weighs roughly 5.2 pounds and fires the .30 Carbine (7.62×33mm) cartridge from a 15-round detachable box magazine, making it far more maneuverable than heavier service rifles of the era. It quickly became a staple for support troops, officers, and airborne units in World War II, seeing extensive use in the European and Pacific theaters, and remained in service through the Korean War and into the early stages of the Vietnam War. Over 6.1 million carbines were produced during the war years by multiple contractors under Winchester’s original design, making it one of the most widely manufactured American military small arms in history.
In practical terms, the M1 Carbine is lauded for its light weight, low recoil, and ease of handling, attributes that made it especially suitable for soldiers who needed more firepower than a sidearm without the bulk of a standard service rifle. Its gas-operated, semi-automatic action provides straightforward operation and respectable accuracy within its optimal engagement range of roughly 150–300 yards, though its .30 Carbine round delivers less stopping power than larger rifle cartridges, a factor that drew mixed reviews from troops in combat. Despite limitations in range and terminal performance compared with full-powered rifles, the M1 Carbine’s combination of portability, capacity, and historical significance has made it a perennial favorite among collectors, historical enthusiasts, and shooters alike.
Contents:
Contents:
This example will ship with all contents as 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.
Shipping Details
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Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
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.
Additional Details
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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1154666905 |
BidPrice: |
205 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-02-22 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
205 |





