This M1A1 Carbine was manufactured by Inland between January 1944 to August 1944, with serial numbers of this specific block between approximately 4879526-5549821, per the chart on page 235 of the book "Comprehensive Guide to the M1 Carbine" by Roger C. Larson. It has a "9-44" dated Inland barrel, low wood walnut stock stamped with "IO" inside the stock channel, an encircled "P" proof on the left of the "Slim Jim" grip with "IO" on bottom, unmarked four-rivet handguard, "N" front sight, "PI" adjustable rear sight, "SI" type III barrel band with bayonet lug, "IO" round bolt, "PI" operating rod, "INLAND" in a banner on the right of the milled trigger housing, "HI" hammer, unmarked push button safety, "SI" and "M" marked magazine catch, "I.I." marked Inland magazine, folding metal wire buttstock, the inside of the butt plate has the proper casting number and symbols, and the leather cheek pad cover is secured with three steel rivets. Includes an "II" marked oiler, green canvas web sling, and an Imperial M4 bayonet with green M8 scabbard. Note: This item is restricted under various state-level assault weapons bans and cannot be sold or transferred to residents of CA, CT, DE, HI, IL, MD, NJ, NY, and WA. Please check your local laws and regulations prior to bidding.