Originally produced in November of 1944, this M1 rifle has been arsenal upgraded to the M1D Sniper configuration, a procedure more typically performed on Springfield-made M1 receivers. Rifles so converted were used as sniper weapons during Korea and the Vietnam War. Blade front and peep rear sights with a "DRC" windage drum, Winchester bolt, trigger guard, hammer, housing, operating rod and "52" dated Springfield barrel. The barrel is the correct M1D configuration. Fitted with the correct M1D single screw scope mount and M84 telescopic sight (serial number 24659). Oil finished walnut stock and handguard set with an "MRT/1 52" marked leather cheekpiece, faint circled "P" mark on the wrist and checkered trapdoor buttplate.

Very fine as arsenal refurbished and upgraded to M1D sniper configuration. 95% plus post-war dark parkerized finish remains with scattered surface scratches and some small dings. The stock and handguard set are also fine with scattered small dings and handling marks overall. Mechanically excellent. Scope is excellent with clear optics.