This exceptional example of an Inland M1A1 Carbine was manufactured by Inland as part of the first production block between May 1942 to December 1943, with serial numbers between 101-999999, per the chart on page 235 of the book "Comprehensive Guide to the M1 Carbine" by Roger C. Larson. It has a "5-43" dated Inland barrel, fitted with an unmarked low wood M1A1 Paratrooper carbine stock with folding metal wire buttstock, a "slim jim" grip with "SA" on bottom, "IO" two-rivet handguard, "S" front sight, "S" L-flip rear sight, unmarked type I barrel band, "AI" flat bolt, "PI" operating rod, "INLAND" in a banner on the right of the milled trigger housing, "HI" hammer, "RI" sear, unmarked push button safety, "W-I" marked magazine catch, "I.I." marked Inland magazine, the inside of the butt plate has the proper casting number and symbols, and the leather cheek pad cover is secured with three brass rivets. Includes an "II" marked oiler, and tan canvas web sling. 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.