My Bavarian M1 Carbine and my commercial Auto Ordnance

[DaveHH]

No offense intended but I would imagine that a genuine wartime carbine has a far better chance of surviving than one of the ersatz models. Especially a NPM which Ruth rated the best made carbines.

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[crowtalks]

No offense intended but I would imagine that a genuine wartime carbine has a far better chance of surviving than one of the ersatz models. Especially a NPM which Ruth rated the best made carbines.

...and none taken!

I agree with you, but I have a particular penchant with this one, as it was a gift from my Dad.

I grew up cleaning guns, and My Dad carried an M1 Carbine in the jungles of New Guinea and the Philippines, so I liked the carbines the best, I think, and this one was so different than all the other that had passed thru our hands that I asked him to keep it, therefore making it "special" and I guess I want to make sure it stays in the same condition as when we received it 50 years ago.

If you want, look at this link where there was (in my opinion) an extensive look at this weapon a few years ago... new guy from Tennessee and his Bavarian M1 - The Carbine Collector's Club - Page 1

Take care and have a Happy New 2023!

Jim