M1 So you have a rebuild ?

[imntxs554]

Well finally got what i wanted a local seller of an Inland '45 M1 Carbine. Well i was already told i took a bath. I paid no more than 950 for not just the rifle which shoots Wonderful, but a full ammo box to the top with 30 carbine rounds, 4 very nice USGI mags, Utica Bayonet, ALOT of parts (all marked) i mean i was skeptical at first and thought this would be the case, but i can get my money back, so where do you start to get this almost close to '45 period. After i got kicked in the rear for this Carbine. I think i got a little buyers remorse. I know you meant well and didnt beat around the bush, but i feel like my teeth were kicked in. LoL
I wish i knew more about photography and angles and where to shoot, i just have this cheap cell phone.

Frank

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[browningautorifle]

Well, maybe you didn't take a bath...exactly...with all that ammo included and a pile of part. You can't believe what just anyone says...I guess these guys will sort us out soon enough. Maybe you can sell some of the spares for a little re-coup? Shoot the p*ss out of the carbine...keep the brass for reloading, or sell it to reloaders.

How much ammo is there? That would be a couple hundred $ here for that. The bayonet might be another hundred...maybe...

[imarangemaster]

What date is on the barrel and what serial number. The adjustable rear sight and bayonet lug are probably original to weapon if it is a 1945 build...

[imntxs554]

Well so far my wife and i Stopped at 300 and thers more, the barrel is dated 45 and the serial number is on one of the pics but its in the 6 mil, range, plus 2 canvas bags 2 stock pouches which are probably repro, plus i never seen an oiler that looks like this, the bottom looks like the lead of a 45 round 2 oilers marked II with a circle. I had to stop for awhile with this and the storage i found a nice Springfield Armory Stock and handguard today

[browningautorifle]

We'll need some better pics once you get the chance. Then we can have a better idea. I still think that ammo is worth quite a bit. How much is there? You say you stopped counting at 300?

[imarangemaster]

With a 6 million serial number, the barrel (depending on markings) , band, and rear sight probably are original to the weapon. The leather handled bayonet is worth at least $100, too. I think you did well.

[imntxs554]

I tried to take a picture of the barrel but the flash covers it. I'll take it outside in the daylight to try it, but it says
INLAND MFG DIV.
GENERAL MOTORS
?-45
the month if thers one is worn but the 45 is clear
on the Magazine Catch has HI.... theres so much, but that very sweet Springfield Stock i found in that storage will look very nice
that Chestnutridge Ridge Supply...(Dark Walnut) Military Stock Stain with a hint of red just came in Today.
Now i have to find some videos on YouTube to , learn how to apply inside and outside, then it says for best results use boiled
linseed oil, so i hope there is a wood working thread here. Thanks

Jim, i forgot to tell you there 524 rounds and not including what i have : )

Frank

[imarangemaster]

I would say the rear sight and barrel are original for the Inland with that serial number. The barrel band was for a late Quality Hardware, but who knows, might have been shipped to Inland when Quality production stopped. Maybe someone with War Baby can look it up.

[Mizzouboy]

Looks like a hand stamped M 1. Common on 6 mil serial #'s.

[browningautorifle]

Well, 500 plus rounds ain't cheap. We're slowly working towards the deal being not too bad. Like I say, I thought it was just a carbine and bayonet...try turning the flash off on your camera and use a bit more ambient light...