my M1

**theotherhomer** · 10-15-2011, 06:57 PM

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

**Ryan B** · 10-15-2011, 07:05 PM

Make sure you by the shortened version and not the full blade. I Have a shortened bayonet that i got for my field gear collection.

**madpsu** · 10-16-2011, 04:51 PM

Yes, thats the one i'm after. I'll find one in a pawn shop some where.

**Ryan B** · 10-16-2011, 04:57 PM

Be careful though there are reproductions!!

**GCUSTER** · 10-19-2011, 02:26 AM

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.

**TNcollector** · 10-19-2011, 03:36 AM

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