This is a solid example of a later Model 1941 Johnson semi-automatic Rifle as manufactured by the Cranston Arms Company. These rifles competed against the M1 Garand for adoption by the U.S. Army, however it was never adopted. Subsequent to the fall of the Dutch East Indies to Japan in 1942, some of the Dutch contract rifles that were not shipped overseas were obtained by the Marine Corps and issued to the Marine Parachute and Raider Battalions for use in the South Pacific island hopping campaign in 1943. These rifles have several unique features such as a 10 round rotary magazine which allowed the rifle to be reloaded at any time, (a major failing of the M1) and a takedown feature that allowed the barrel to be easily removed and stored in a parachute jump bag for the Para Marines. The top of the receiver is marked with the Johnson patent numbers in five lines followed by "CAL. 30-06-SEMI-AUTO/"JOHNSON AUTOMATICS"/MODEL OF 1941/MADE IN PROVIDENCE, R.I., U.S.A." over the serial number "B7672". The right rear side of the receiver is stamped with a five-pointed star above "CRANSTON/ARMS/CO." in an inverted triangle. The receiver is fitted with a tangent rear sight and is correctly graduated in meters. The barrel is marked ".30-06/41" on the front face of the collar and "J.A./30-06" on the rear of the barrel over the chamber. It is complete with a military type unmarked leather sling.

Very fine with 90% plus original finish overall showing edge and high spot wear. The exposed barrel, rotary magazine and rear sight have a blue/black finish while the receiver retains a slightly dark green parkerized finish. The markings are clear and sharp. The stock and forend are very good with a nice matching dark brown oiled finish with minor handling marks and light pressure dents. The sling is excellent overall. An honest example of an original WWII Johnson rifle.