I have a IHC garand that I am looking to see what the value would be. I understand that there appears to be a great deal of overlap in the parts for IHC rifles. Thanks up front for all the help and advice. I had a friend spec out the rifle for me and the information follows:
Receiver Data Serial number: 51803xx
Receiver logo: INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER
Drawing number: D6528291 Heat lot: G
Barrel Manufacturer: Line Material Company
Side markings: LMR-D6535448 6 53 (No Import Marks)
Bolt Drawing number: D6528287 IHC Heat lot: AS
Op Rod Drawing number: D-6535382 IHC
Trigger Group Trigger housing: IHC D6528290
Hammer: C-5546008 IHC
Safety: Stamped, IHC
Trigger guard: Stamped (with dimples)
Trigger: IHC, smooth, no markings
Receiver Parts Bullet guide: Late, with notch
Follower arm: Late, no bevel
Follower rod: Late, riveted
Follower assembly: Late
Op rod catch: Late
Clip latch: Late
Gas Cylinder Lock type: Late, high hump
Lock screw: IHC
Front sight width: .862”
Front sight screw: Late, checkered
Rear Sight Type sight: T105E1
Elevation pinion: Unmarked
Windage knob: DRC
Rear sight base: Late
IHC type B stock which have no numbers in barrel channel
No cracks splits or missing chips
No repairs
Excellent fit
Ferrule: Stamped, large hole
Buttplate: Late, pronounced border
Cartouche: ½” Defense Acceptance Stamp (DAS)
Proof stamp: Circle P
Proof location: Curved wrist of stock
I apologize up front for the poor lighting in the photos.Information
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