The M1 Garand: Post-WWII

The M1 Garand: Post World War II

Covers September 1945 through June 1957, including Springfield, IHC, and HRA

by Scott A. Duff

Volume 2 of the definitive reference set written specifically for the Garand collector. Examines the post World War II rebuild program at Springfield Armory, Korean War production, and continuing development. Manufacture of M1s by Springfield, International Harvester, and Harrington & Richardson are chronicled in Data Sheets and photographs detailing original rifles made by all three manufacturers.

The variations of components are described and their period of use given. The collector is aided in identification of parts changes by detailed photographs and explanations. These descriptions used in conjunction wih the Data Sheets allow the collector to verify original rifles or restore their M1 to correct configuration. Serial number tables identify when your rifle was manufactured.