early prototype

[mitchell6776]

Pre98.com has what may be a very early John Garand primer actuated prototype rifle. Whatever it is, it's very interesting and worth a look.

[bruce]

Some indication of the desperation to develop a workable semi-automatic infantry rifle. How very fortunate for the US and the allies of WWII that John Garand was able to take a initial design and develop it into the gas operated M-1 rifle. Sincerely. bruce.

[RCS]

also of interest is that the original gas trap M1 rifle adopted in 1936 was designed to operate with the 30M1 rifle cartridge not the 30 M2 cartridge

[Orlando]

Don't believe everything you read...………………………..

[Johnny P]

Says circa 1918, but John Garand didn't go to Springfield Armory until 11-19. Maybe built in his garage?