![]() To receive maximum benefit from this book, it must be used in conjunction with Chapter 5, Identification of Parts, contained in “The M1 Garand: World War II” and Chapter 7, Identification of Parts, in “The M1 Garand: Post World War II.” Duff. Manufacture of the M1 rifle was a dynamic process, the various components underwent many changes throughout the production history. The purpose of this book is to provide the reader with serial numbers related to dates of manufacture and a large sampling of data sheets to aid in identification or restoration. The best way to determine the correct components for a specific M1 is through use of data sheets on original rifles. This is important whether considering the purchase of an M1 that is being presented as “original,” or attempting to restore a rifle to its “as manufactured” configuration. Two of the most critical factors in collecting the M1 rifle are the determination of dates of manufacture and identification of components correct for specific rifles. The source of information is my previous books “The M1 Garand: World War II” and “The M1 Garand: Post World War II,” along with the personal files. “The M1 Garand: Serial Numbers & Data Sheets” is in response to requests by collectors to produce a pocket reference guide to collecting the M1 Garand. The purpose of this book is to provide the reader with serial number tables and a large sampling of data sheets to aid in identification and restoration. This is important whether considering the purchase of an M1 that is being presented as original, or attempting to restore a rifle to its correct configuration. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Two of the most critical factors in collecting the M1 Garand are the determination of dates of manufacture and identification of components correct for specific rifles. ![]()
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