Designed by John C Garand this self-loading rifle was introduced into service with US forces in 1936. Prior to this the US army used the Bolt Action Springfield Rifle Model 1903. The Garand was the best self-loading rifle available to allied troops and served with distinction in World War Two, Korea and the early years of the war in Vietnam. The rifle was loaded by 8 round clips (single round loading not available). Gas operated.
Marks and Stamps: (Heel of receiver) US RIFLE CAL .30 M1 SPRINGFIELD ARMORY Serial no (top of bolt) D28287-19SA A-6| Accession Number: 211 | Period of Use: 1938 - present |
| Type: Semi Automatic/automatic rifle | War Zones: Second World War; Korea; Vietnam; Cambodia; Latin America; Africa |
| Country of Origin: U.S.A | Type Date: 1932 |
| Manufacturer: Springfield Armory, Mass, | Serial Number: 269322 |
| Manufacture Date: Unknown | Calibre/Ammunition: 0.30" |
| Weight: 4370g | Length Overall: 1103mm |
| Cyclic Rate: Semi-auto | Length Barrel: 610mm |
| Deactivation Certificate Number: DA 2400 |