Lot 675:
Plainfield Machine Co. M1 Carbine Semi-Automatic Rifle .30 Carbine with 18 Inch Barrel
Sold for: $825
Description
This is a commercial semi-automatic rifle patterned after the US military M1 Carbine, manufactured by Plainfield Machine Co. and chambered for the .30 Carbine cartridge. The firearm features a standard 18 inch barrel with a blued finish and is equipped with a distinctive perforated black metal handguard. The receiver heel is stamped with the manufacturer and model designations PLAINFIELD MACHINE, DUNELLEN, N.J., and CAL. 30 M-1. The serial number 18173 is located on the left side of the receiver. The rifle is mounted in a smooth, light-colored wood stock with a traditional profile and a black checkered buttplate. Sighting is provided by an adjustable rear aperture sight marked PI and a front blade sight protected by steel wings. One detachable box magazine is present. Note – All firearms require a federal 4473 background check.
Condition report:
The blued finish is in good overall condition, exhibiting light finish wear and silvering on the bolt and the perforated handguard. The wood stock remains attractive with only minor handling marks and small dings consistent with light use. The bore was not inspected. The action appears to function correctly, though we have not function-tested this firearm for live fire.
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