my M1
Article about: this is my Winchester M1. it is worn out but still fun to shoot. can any one tell me why the receiver is two colors. have seen references to bi-color receivers but haven't found out why.
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Re: my M1
If it's got a import mark it probably came from South Korea, or Israel as I believe they were sent M1 Garands as well as M1 Carbines. What's the SN on your receiver? Mine was made in June or July of 1944, it's a Winchester also. Very nice M1
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Re: my M1
Yes, thats the one i'm after. I'll find one in a pawn shop some where.
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Re: my M1
Be careful though there are reproductions!!
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Re: my M1
Great lookiing Garand, but I've never seen an ugly one. I also have a Winchester along with two Springfields and they all shoot great! The annealed heal was a remedy for cracks that would develop in some of the early steel batches. It was actually dipped in lead, which causes the color difference, and reinforced the receiver.
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That a nice rifle, thanks for sharing. I have one a springfield that is like new 98% finish, dad got me for a graduation present from college. It came from the CMP (civilian marksmanship program) they are a great source for M1 garands if you deside to get another one for shooting. They have bayonets too. Cheers, Robert
Last edited by TNcollector; 10-19-2011 at 04:33 AM.
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thanks for the help.didn't know about the lead dip. I plan on trying the CMP soon. maybe ill get a tack driver,
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