Receiver from 1957 production, subsequently upgraded to Type 2 National Match specifications. These rifles were modified by Springfield Armory for competition in the National Matches, and were offered for sale through the Director of Civilian Marksmanship (DCM). Reference pages 553-558 of Bruce Canfield's "The M1 Garand Rifle" for more details on Type 2 National Match rifles. Features winged blade front sight marked "N M/062", "N M/2" and "NM" marked adjustable peep rear sight assembly with "595" marked peep hood, un-marked wide-base gas cylinder, "6528287-SA/Y01" marked bolt, along with a "NM" and "7790772-RA" marked operating rod. The barrel is marked "N M star" on the left, dated "6 56"and marked "SA", "PM", and "T" under the operating rod. The trigger housing is marked "D28290-SA," with a "SA D5546008" hammer and "SA11" marked safety, and "C 46025 W.R.A." marked milled trigger guard. Fitted with a smooth oiled American walnut stock with "DoD" cartouche on the left and "circle P" firing proof on the grip, glass bedded to the trigger housing and receiver with the front handguard screwed to the upper band. Includes a Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) letter listing the rifle by serial number as sold through the DCM on September 8, 1958.

Excellent as arsenal upgraded to Type 2 National Match specifications, retaining 97% original parkerized finish with minor cycling wear, minor spotting/pitting under the wood line on the receiver, and minor handling marks. Stock is excellent as sealed. Mechanically excellent.