SPRINGFIELD ARMORY M1 GARAND (COLD WAR ERA) An impressive piece of U.S. military firearms history, this post-WWII Springfield Armory M1 Garand represents the final military production run of the iconic rifle. HISTORICAL DETAILS & PROVENANCE * Serial Number: 5931238 (Mid-to-late 1955 production) * Historical Context: Built during the post-WWII NATO buildup. Late-production M1s saw active military and advisory service through the Vietnam War before being phased out by the M16. CONDITION & APPEARANCE * Overall Condition: Great overall condition with clean, crisp receiver markings. * Stock: Sharp, well-preserved dark wood stock. * Bore & Wear: Tight muzzle/throat gauge reading, indicating minimal wear and plenty of rifling life remaining. PERIOD-CORRECT COMPONENT DRAWING NUMBERS All internal and major components match late-1950s Springfield Armory specifications: * Barrel: SA F6535448 10 56 (Original barrel dated October 1956) * Bolt: 6528287-SA US3 * Trigger Housing: 6528290-SA * Operating Rod: 6535382 SA * Safety: C46008-5 SA INCLUDED ACCESSORIES * Bayonet with green hard scabbard * Canvas bandoleer * 8-round en-bloc clip * Modern UltiMAK Picatinny rail handguard (optional accessory for optics mounting) SUMMARY With outstanding period correctness and exceptional preservation, this complete package is an ideal addition for military arms collectors, Cold War history enthusiasts, and shooters alike.