140 pages. 8.5" x 11". The purpose of this book is to present accurate information to the collector of the M1 Rifle covering the perioed from 2 September 1945 through 30 June 1957. The primary subject will be the service grade weapon of this period. The National Match M1, Sniper Rifles, experimental weapons, and the Light Weight Rifle Program will be discussed briefly. The three manufacturers who produced the M1 Rifle during this period, Springfield Armory, Internaitoanal Harvester Co. and Harrington & Richardson Arms Co., are covered. Springfield Armmory is discussed in greater depth than the other two as there have been more records preserved by this government installation than by either of the two private companies. This volume is divided into two sections. The firt is a historical marrative of the various activities and facilities of Springfield Armory. The second is for the collector to use in determining the various aspects and specific details about his particular rifle. An important reference.

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Title

THE M1 GARAND: POST WORLD WAR II

Publisher

Scott A. Duff Publications

Publication Date

2021

Language

English

ISBN 10

1888722002

ISBN 13

9781888722000

Binding

Soft cover

Condition

New

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Volume 2, covering 1945-1956, is the story of the post World War II rebuild program, Korean War production and continuing development. Manufacture of M1 rifles by Springfield Armory, International Harvester and Harrington & Richardson is examined in depth. Inclusion of data sheets and extensive photographs chronicle production by all three manufacturers during the 50s. 8 1/2" x 11".

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