Original U.S. M1 GARAND Type 2 1956 Springfield Armory Caliber 30-06 Matching Rifle With Milsco Sling
SKU: 785
Original/Reproduction: Original
Availability: In-stock
Manufacturer: Springfield Armory
Date Manufactured: 1956
Model: M1 Garand
Serial Number: 5944322
Caliber: .30-06 Springfield (7.62×63mm)
CMP Rifle Grade: RM1 Service
Barrel Length: 24"
Total Length: 43.5"
Action: Gas-operated, rotating bolt
Rate of fire: 40–50 rounds/min
Effective firing range: 500 Yards
Elevation Setting: Zero at 200 Yards=+2. Point of Aim:(12" Bull). Zero at 100 Yards=0. Or +2 with a 6 oclock. Hold on a (6" bull).
Feed system: 8-round en-bloc clip, internal magazine
Condition: 99% - Near Mint
Bore Condition: 10/10
Mechanically: Excellent
Sling: Original Milsco Leather Sling
Price: $4,395.00
Seller Type: Classification: C&R / FFL
Seller ID: JMW
Seller Code: LS3300
Return Policy: 3-day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories.
Description
This M1 Garand Rifle remains one of the most iconic and battle-proven military rifles ever produced by the United States. This Original 1956 U.S. Springfield Armory M1 Garand Type 2 Rifle, chambered in .30-06 Springfield caliber and bearing serial number 5944322, is an outstanding post-war example manufactured during the final years of production at Springfield Armory. Offered in excellent condition, this rifle represents the pinnacle of American military craftsmanship and Cold War-era service rifle production.
Manufactured in 1956 by Springfield Armory, this M1 Garand was produced after World War II during the Korean War and early Cold War period, when the U.S. military continued refining and issuing the Garand platform before eventual replacement by the M14 rifle. Springfield Armory rifles from this era are highly sought after for their superior machining, durable parkerized finishes, and excellent overall fit and function.
This Type 2 M1 Garand features the legendary gas-operated semi-automatic action designed by John C. Garand. Chambered in the powerful .30-06 Springfield cartridge, the rifle feeds from the standard 8-round en-bloc clip system that became synonymous with American infantry forces during World War II and Korea. The rifle retains its original military profile, including the correct walnut stock, steel buttplate, protected front sight, and fully adjustable rear aperture sight assembly.
The metal surfaces retain an excellent parkerized military finish with only minor handling wear consistent with careful storage and light use. The receiver markings remain sharp and clearly legible, with the serial number 5944322 correctly falling within Springfield Armory’s 1956 production range. The bore is bright with strong rifling, and the action functions smoothly with proper mechanical operation.
The walnut stock remains in excellent condition, showing attractive grain patterns with scattered light service marks expected from a military rifle of this era. The stock displays solid contours and excellent structural integrity, complementing the rifle’s overall collector-grade appearance. All major components exhibit proper U.S. military styling and configuration consistent with post-war Springfield Armory production rifles.
The M1 Garand earned legendary status through its service in World War II and the Korean War, where its reliability, firepower, and rugged durability gave American troops a distinct battlefield advantage. General George S. Patton famously described the Garand as “the greatest battle implement ever devised,” cementing its reputation among military historians and collectors alike.
Today, original Springfield Armory M1 Garand rifles remain highly collectible among U.S. military firearms enthusiasts, particularly high-condition post-war examples such as this 1955 production rifle. Combining historical significance, excellent craftsmanship, and enduring shooting performance, this rifle would make an exceptional addition to any advanced U.S. military firearms collection or vintage military rifle display.
