How many rounds does an M1 carbine mag hold?
The M1 carbine entered service with a standard straight 15-round box magazine.
Are IBM M1 Carbines rare?
The right side of the buttstock has a small 1 x 2 inch metal plate inset on the side that reads: “PRESENTED/BY/IBM PLANT #4/POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y.” It is estimated that only a handful of these rare presentation grade M1 Carbines were ever produced and only for senior members of I.B.M. at the end of WWII.
Who manufactured M1 Carbines?
M1 Carbine Production
| Inland Manufacturing Division, G.M.C…… | 2,632,097 | 43.0% |
|---|---|---|
| Winchester Repeating Arms Co……………. | 828,059 | 13.5% |
| Underwood-Elliot-Fisher Co……………… | 545,616 | 8.9% |
| Saginaw Steering Gear Div., G.M.C……….. | 517,212 | 8.5% |
| National Postal Meter Co……………….. | 413,017 | 6.8% |
Can you hunt with an M1 carbine?
As subjective as you may want to believe, Hornady’s synopsis of the M1 Carbine for hunting is similar to most opinions about it in the deer woods. It may not be what you wanted to hear, but it does ring true to most deer hunters. That does not mean you can’t hunt with it and will never have an enjoyable experience.
Where is the serial number on an M1 carbine?
The Serial Number for your M1 is on the underside of the M1, below the Manta Drive on the body of the deck itself, near the tail of the board. Locate the serial number engraved into the body of the deck.
What caliber is the M1 carbine?
M1 carbine. The M1 carbine (formally the United States Carbine, Caliber .30, M1) is a lightweight, easy to use, .30 carbine (7.62×33 mm) semi-automatic carbine that was a standard firearm for the U.S. military during World War II, the Korean War and well into the Vietnam War.