Author Larry Ruth states in his book "War Baby" that "E" prefixed serial numbers have been observed and may indicate either an experimental or presentation model.įine as arsenal refurbished with 85% of the post-war gray/green parkerized finish. The carbine includes an OD green "U.S." marked canvas carrying case. The sling cutout on the buttstock is stamped "TRIMBLE" with an oval cut oiler slot. Fitted with the early style type 1 narrow barrel band marked "UI", fixed blade front and late style adjustable stamped rear sights, high wood pistol grip stock with a 2 rivet handguard, flat top bolt, checkered push button safety, and a milled trigger group. Underwood M1 Semi-Automatic Carbine with "E-Prefix" Serial Number and Carrying Case Bruce Canfield has a great overview in his story, "M1 Garand Rebuilds: History & Markings.Make: Other - Manufacturer Condition: Very Good to Excellent Barrel Length: 18 inch round Model: M1 Carbine Caliber: 30 Carbine Stock Material: Solid Wood Serial #: E105 Low Estimate: 2,500 High Estimate: 3,750 U.S. military service underwent extensive rebuilding in the years following World War II, and there's a wealth of information on the markings and indicators found in rebuilt M1s.
However, the re-stamped serial number wasn't standardized across all carbine rebuilds, so just because a particular carbine might only have one serial number stamp doesn't mean it hasn't gone through the rebuild process.Īdditionally, the M1 Garands in U.S. This resulted in many of the original factory parts being replaced by later pattern components, particularly the ramped rear sight and the "Type 3" barrel band with the integral bayonet lug. Most of the M1 carbines seen today have gone through extensive post-war arsenal overhauls. On other models, the sight could obscure the serial number entirely, requiring arsenals to re-stamp the serial number elsewhere for easier visibility. This Underwood Elliot Fisher M1 carbine in the NRA National Firearm Museum collection has the later ramped rear sight that partially obscures the serial number. A carbine encountered today with two serial numbers has unquestionably been through an arsenal overhaul. In such instances, the serial number was re-stamped in front of the rear sight by ordnance personnel as part of the overhaul procedure in order to have the serial number visible. When the new sight was retrofitted to some overhauled carbines, it could obscure all or part of the original serial number. One of these new components was the improved rear sight that was fully adjustable for windage and elevation. When they were arsenal rebuilt after World War II, regulations called for any superseded parts to be removed and updated components installed. Can you explain why the serial number was stamped on the gun twice?Ī: Most M1 carbines were originally fitted with non-adjustable "L-type" rear sights.
The two serial numbers appear to have been stamped at different times. The only unusual aspect of the gun is that it has a serial number in the normal location (behind the rear sight), but the same serial number is also stamped in front of the rear sight. Q: I recently purchased a "G.I." M1 carbine. Rifleman Q&A: Two Serial Numbers On An M1 Carbine?īy American Rifleman Staff - Friday, April 30, 2021
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