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Lot 4658: Two U.S. M1 Semi-Automatic Carbines

Two U.S. M1 Semi-Automatic Carbines

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 16, 2023

Lot 4658: Two U.S. M1 Semi-Automatic Carbines

Two U.S. M1 Semi-Automatic Carbines

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 16, 2023

Estimated Price: $2,000 - $3,500
Price Realized:
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A) U.S. National Postal Meter M1 Carbine

Manufacturer: National Postal Meter
Model: M1-Carbine
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 30 Carbine
Barrel: 18 inch round
Finish: parkerized
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 704
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Shiny - Very little wear
Rating:

ND - VERY GOOD- in working condition, 80% finish or better, appreciable wear on working surfaces 80% - 89%, no corrosion or pitting, minor surface dents or scratches. Wood condition commensurable with percent of finish with dings and dents associated with 80% - 89% gun.

PRF - PROFESSIONALLY REFINISHED OR RESTORED

WB - WOOD IS BETTER FOR THE PERCENT OF FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

Undated IBM barrel. With reproduction canvas sling, oiler, and canvas U.S. double magazine pouch.

B) Scarce "Line-Out" U.S. Underwood/National Postal Meter M1 Carbine

Manufacturer: Underwood
Model: M1 Carbine
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 30 Carbine
Barrel: 18 inch round
Finish: blue/parkerized
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 704
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Rating:

ND - VERY GOOD- in working condition, 80% finish or better, appreciable wear on working surfaces 80% - 89%, no corrosion or pitting, minor surface dents or scratches. Wood condition commensurable with percent of finish with dings and dents associated with 80% - 89% gun.

PRF - PROFESSIONALLY REFINISHED OR RESTORED

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

Originally manufactured by Underwood, the "UNDERWOOD" receiver marking has been struck out, with an "N" stamped below the serial number, as supplied to National Postal Meter for fitting and assembly. Less than 1,500 carbines are reported to have been made this way. Buffalo Arms "9-43" barrel. "A.A.S." and "P-J" marked stock. "186" hand marked in white paint on right of stock. Magazine absent.

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