Presentation M1 Garand

[robh5]

Saw this being auctioned this weekend.
http://www.auctionzip.com/aflive.htm...2B594CA2&seq=1

[dobek]

So what's it worth (other than what someone is willing to pay)

Steve

[joem]

Too much $$$ for me.

[da gimp]

I like the description where it states that the rifle is in extremely good condition........... several lines below where it stated that the bore had some rust/pitting in it in one area.

[DeWayne Hayes]

Interesting to note that it once had a serial number - you can just see the beginning of a "4" but the marks were scrubbed and the heel re-stamped. The story behind these rifles is quite interesting!

[da gimp]

I wonder why they didn't just use new receivers? Heck at least one of the M1 carbine makers & US&S made 1911A1 both made presentation arms up for company execs. & friends....I suspect that HRA didn't know that......

[1563621]

So, In the eyes of the ATF, a defaced firearm?

[bd1]

BATFE could actually perform a useful public service to go after fraudsters, forfeit their counterfeit articles, and put them out of business.

[Rick B]

It is bogus as you can see by the H&R being completely wrong. Someone had this thing engraved and I doubt it is what they are saying. Rick B

[Sunray]

"... a near excellent bore...nearly 99% remaining blending with light oxidation...a few light dings and fine handling marks...except for the trigger group..." That isn't a 'presentation' anything.

[Rick B]

[Johnny P]

Build them and someone will buy them.

[tom gray]

It sold for $3500 plus 15% buyers premium. It looked OK, not fired as you would expect of a presentation rifle. I do not know if the markings as Rick pointed out are real because of what it is, or other issues. Interesting to hold/examine it tho I am no expert.
Tom

[Bob K]

One sold at RIA almost exactly one year ago.
http://www.rockislandauction.com/vie...id/60/lid/1575

[2111]

I can assure you this one is real. It belongs to a friend of mine. The 9 rifles are all numbered on the receiver, barrel and stock. As to the way the H&R is stamped, that is correct on that rifle. Bob Seijas wrote an article on the rifles in one of the early GCA journals and the heal is pictured.