Manufactured in 1955. With blade front and adjustable peep rear sights, "12 54" dated barrel, standard markings on the receiver heel, Springfield trigger group, safety, and hammer, and correct late style stamped trigger guard. Smooth walnut stock with the DoD "eagle" proof on the left side, circled "P" stamp on the inside of the wrist, and stamped, checkered buttplate with trapdoor

Excellent plus, as issued with 99% plus original dark parkerized finish, some small scratches on the gas tube, and minor handling marks. The stock is also excellent with some small dings and mostly crisp stamps. Mechanically excellent.