Gun Collectors Dream Auction #79 Weapons of War

U.S. Springfield Armory M1C Garand Sniper Rifle with M82 Telescope and CMP Documentation

This auction ended on November 15, 2025.

Start price: $10

Estimated price: $4,000 - $6,000

Buyer's Premium: 12%

Sold for: $4,300

Description

A U.S. Springfield Armory M1C Garand Sniper Rifle, a semi-automatic military sniper variant from the mid-20th century, accompanied by an M82 Telescope and Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) documentation. The rifle is constructed of a darkstained wooden stock and parkerized or blued steel components. The receiver is marked “U.S. RIFLE CAL. .30 M1 SPRINGFIELD ARMORY” and serial number “3745459.” The barrel is marked “3-S-A-8-43,” indicating an August 1943 Springfield Armorybarrel, with “SA-52” visible on the rear sight. It is equipped with an M82 Telescope, marked “TELESCOPE M82,” “SERIAL NO. 41568,” “STOCK NO.F001-0084888,” and “Griffin & Howe New York 1943,” along with additional markings “C767428” and “75on the scope and mounts. The rifle includes a tan web sling and is housed in a modern black polymer hard case bearing the “CMP” logo. Accompanying documentation includes a “Civilian Marksmanship Program Certificate of Authenticity” for an “M1CGarand” with matching serial number “3745459,” dated September 15, 2021, and a “Thank You” note from the CMP for a “U.S. RIFLE, Caliber .30, M1.”


Condition report:

The rifle shows expected signs of military use and age, with numerous minor scratches and dents to the wooden stock and some finish wear on the metal, but appears in good, overall used condition. The scope, sling, and case appear well-maintained or newer.