Semi Automatic Rifle. Inland Division of General Motors. WW2? 1944? REITZ carved into Stock. Inland Division 275162
Grandfather
Dear Doug,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry. My sincere apologies for the delay with the apprisal.
So that I may best assist you, can you please state the measurements and upload detailed and focused images of all hallmarks, numbers, and stamps on the metal parts of the weapon?
With kind regards,
George
Hello,
My sincerest apologies for the delay, George has left Mearto and I am the new antique weapons specialist. I am currently catching up on the backlog. This is an M1 Carbine made by the Inland Division of General Motors in 1942 to be issued in World War Two. It has some mismatched parts, such as the rear block on the reciever which is stamped "Rock-ola." It is in overall good condition, with a fair amount of wear on the finishes. There is some corrosion forming on the metal surfaces. The carving in the stock would have been done after it was sold as surplus, which unfortunately hurts its collector value. Given the condition of this piece, and completed auctions of similar items, a fair market estimation is 950-1,000 dollars. Please reach out with any questions.
Thank you,
Bo Stuck
2 more photos added. ONLY 2 “stamps” found. 1) “INLAND DIV 275162”, 2) “US CARBINE CAL 30MI”. No other stamps or info on rifle.
Size is 35.5 inches / 90 cm (confirmed with photo 1)
Can you provide appraisal? Please reply.