Originally up for consideration by the Netherlands Purchasing Commission as a service weapon for colonial troops in the Dutch East Indies, a large order for the Johnson Rifle was placed in 1940, but the Japanese invasion of the East Indies prevented delivery. A number of these Dutch Johnsons were procured by the U.S. Marine Corps as a substitute for the M1 Garand and saw action in the Pacific. Blade front and adjustable 1,000 meter rear sights. The barrel is marked ".30-'06/41" on the front face of the flange and "J.A./30-'06" and "I(sword)O" and "3492G" on the chamber. Patent markings, model and serial number "A0073" on top of the receiver. The bright polished bolt is marked "A2288". Five-pointed Dutch star over "CRANSTON/ARMS/CO." in a triangle on the right side below the rear sight. Fitted with a two-piece stock featuring a checkered steel buttplate. Includes green canvas sling.