Looking for my 1st M1 Garand

[lkgmadmax]

Hi Guys:

I'm interested in purchasing my 1st M1 Garand, I'm really focused on a WWII that has not been reworked. Not so interested in a Korean era piece yet since this will be my first. Looking at a 1944 Springfield that has not been messed with asking price around 2K for it. (Serial number is in the low 3M range ) Typical small dings in the stock, OP Rod is uncut, NFR Cartouche looks good.

Any special things I need to ask about from the sell other than will he take less?

Thanks, David

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[Bob Seijas]

Is it guaranteed "original" or has it been restored? Big difference. Any repro parts like a restamped stock cartouche? Is it refinished? Is there a rebuild notation on the receiver leg?

[Mikesm44]

Need pictures. What's on the barrel? What markings on the trigger assembly, and the I think follower arm. How are you making the delineation that it "has not been messed with"?

I'll say, for around me, 2,000 is very high. I got mine at 800 about a year ago. All correct parts for when the receiver was made, in 1944 a Springfield as well, but I can tell someone put it together although they did a good job. Might have been a CMP done one but it had no papers.

[Bill Hollinger]

David, are you able to post photographs? Our site experts are very good and will be able to confirm any claims made by the seller.

[Orlando]

For $2000 its a restored rifle not original. Either that or the seller doesnt know what he has .
Before laying down that kind of cash you need to do your homework or you could end up with a $700 mixmaster

[lkgmadmax]

Thanks guys, I'm pulling down some pics for you to look at.

I have purchased several nice German pistols from this dealer and he is a high volume seller and knows his weapons. This dealer usually sells 95% or higher firearms. The only comment he made on this one is that it's not pristine but unmessed with 100% original.

I can ask for additional pictures if these are not adequate. Thanks! -David

https://plus.google.com/photos/11044...CMfdvN2Kq5mPfw

[Orlando]

What are internals ? is the gas pad chromed or parked?
Does it have provenance? If not do you have enough experience to tell a restored/correct rifle from a Original rifle? If not you need to find someone who can as $2000 is to much for a restored 1944 Garand
It can be very ,very difficult to impossible in person to tell if its a restored or a original rifle unless something really stands out as a red flag . So you can imagine how hard it is from pictures

[lkgmadmax]

I'm being told by the seller:

The Garand was sold through the DCM some time ago. Being told that it was probably sitting in a national guard armory. If you compared it to the builds in Scott Duffs book it would have all ten correct drawing numbers. Seller can send internal pics if needed.

Guys, If we need internal pics please be specific as to what we need to see and I will request them.

[Orlando]

I am in no way trying to be rude but are you willing to pay extra $$$ just for a story ?
In my opinion without provenance its not worth $2000.
Good luck on your decision

[lkgmadmax]

I am in no way trying to be rude but are you willing to pay extra $$$ just for a story ?
In my opinion without provenance its not worth $2000.
Good luck on your decision

Orlando, no you are not being rude. I trust the dealer, I've done 5 transactions with him, all positive. He's willing to provide any requested pictures that might be needed.
I just need a list of what's needed regarding additional pictures, and specific questions if there are any.