Originally manufactured in May of 1944 and subsequently arsenal upgraded to the M1D Sniper configuration. Rifles so converted were used as sniper weapons during Korea and the Vietnam War. Blade front and peep rear sights, "DRC" windage drum, "S-A-8-52" marked barrel, "SA" bolt, "SA" relief cut "NM" operating rod, "SA" trigger housing and "SA" hammer. Fitted with a five-prong flash hider, M84 scope serial numbered "15231", with a post-and-crosshair reticle, sliding sunshield and a rubber eyepiece, olive drab green canvas web sling and an unmarked leather cheekpad. The arsenal replacement stock is unmarked. Provenance: The Jon M. Maxwell Collection

Exceptionally fine as arsenal upgraded to M1D configuration, retains 98% plus parkerized finish. The arsenal refurbished replacement stock is very fine with a few light handling marks and defined edges. Scope is excellent, retains 99% original blue finish on the tube with a few scattered scratches, and crisp clear optics. Mechanically excellent. Box is fine.