Winchester presented their second prototype to the ordnance department on 14 sep 1941 for the second round of testing. Tm 9100522235 department of the army technical manual ds, gs, and depot maintenance manual including repair parts and special tool lists rifle, caliber. M1 30 cal carbine value the firearms forum the buying. This is a description for the men in the field how do you really use the thing in a practical setting. Gun manual for nearly every firearm on the planet ebooks pdf free download links 37 survival downloads and handbooks small arms of the world.
The information in this manual is correct as of 1 april 1947. The m14 rifle, officially the united states rifle, 7. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. In describing the manual of arms, the term at the balance refers to points on rifle as follows. M1, m1c, m1d operation, field maintenance m1 garand rifle a veterans blog. The first m1 carbines were delivered in mid1942, with priority given to troops. Mar 02, 2011 this army training film explains the principles of operation of the m1 garand infantry rifle the us rifle m1 was the first semiautomatic rifle to be the standard small arm of the us military. Numerically, it was the main rifle used by the american expeditionary forces in. Without moving the rifle from its boresighted position, the scope should point at or close to the bore. It contains detailed instructions for inspection, disassembly, assembly, maintenance, and repair of the carbines, cal. For many years the m1917 has been basically ignored by collectors and shooters in favor of its more popular cousin, the m1903, usually. Do not allow others to handle or fire your rifle until they have read this manual.
Before handling your firearm, you should learn how it operates and how to maintain it. The soldier gets his firing skill on marksmanship training ranges and he learns how to keep his rifle in firing condition from the mechanical training that is outlined in this manual. Stocks also protect the user from the heat of the metal rifle during firing. The garand is still used by drill teams and military. A paramount safety concern with the carbine is the shortened length of the barrel, especially if firing in ranks. The purposes of is to exchange information and expand your knowledge of the u.
At the completion of the tests the winchester light rifle was adopted as the carbine caliber. Refer to the current speer reloading manual for handloading instructions. I have stripped down the rifle and found no evidence of any other stampings. If you are like me, owning an m1 garand goes a lot deeper than just owning a firearm. Identification of the parts, field stripping and cleaning of the carbine, basic repairs, ammunition selection and proper and safe storage. Developed by john garand at springfield armory in massachusetts, the m1 was approved in 1935, but regular production began in 1937. Nonoriginal graphics are were taken from the fighting garand, owners manual by nolan wilson, and the m1 rifle, by the nra an american rifleman reprint. The manual of arms for drill with the carbine is identical to the m1 rifle. The m14 rifle is basically an improved selectfire m1 garand with a 20round magazine.
M1 garand principles of operation 1943 united states. Use only factory loaded brass case ammunition of the proper caliber manufactured to us industry and saami specifications. The m1917 enfield, the american enfield, formally named united states rifle, cal. Deemed the greatest single battle implement ever devised by man. The first gasoperated, semiautomatic service rifle adopted by the u. The m2 was selective fire, with a 30 round magazine, effectively answering the chinese burp gun. This manual does not con tain general assembly or disassembly or information which is intended. Made to be an intermediate caliber for rear echelon units. Patton, the m1 garand is something that will consume you in the collecting of military surplus. Comes with manual, 5 clips, scope cover and flash hider. The tests revealed the need for a number of improvements. Patton, the m1 carbine is something that will consume you in the collecting of military.
This army training film explains the principles of operation of the m1 garand infantry rifle the us rifle m1 was the first semiautomatic rifle to. Technically, the weapon would work without the stock, but it is ergonomically designed so that the user can wield the weapon effectively. This manual is published for the information and guidance of ord nance maintenance personnel. Manual of arms for the rifle m1 garand in describing the manual of arms, the term, at balance, refers to a point on the rifle just forward of the trigger housing. M1, m1a1, m2, and m3 technical manual tm 91276 military technical manual tm 91276 contains field and depot level maintenance and inspection instructions for the m1, m1a1, m2 and m3 carbines. M1 department of the army field manual fm 235, caliber. A paramount safety concern with the carbine is the shortened length of. This mean that you insert into the receiver a metal clip containing a maximum of eight rounds. Carbine cal 30 m1 military manual by department of the army. After you click on images to enlarge them, you may find they automatically size smaller in your browsers window making them harder to view. The m1 carbine was developed as a light rifle, chambered for. Gun manual for nearly every firearm on the planet ebooks. It is about owning a piece of history that protected our freedoms and won a world war.
Owners manual to be used for all autoordnance m1 carbines autoordnance corporation factory. Tm 91275 june 1947 war department technical manual ordnance maintenance u. The manual below is for third generation nonusgi, with no screw for the slide and beyond. Adobe pdf downloadable version of article part number description 1stock 2 hand guard 3 receiver 4 operating slide 5 magazine 6 trigger assembly 7 recoil spring guide 8 operating slide spring. This manual is the description and rules for the management of the united states rifle, cal. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. The only deviation from the original format is that some of the graphics are from other sources due to the poor quality of the pictures in the original manual. The m1 garand is designed and built to specifications to shoot u. Demonstrations currently envision only solitary or individual firings in public interpretation, but. This includes knowing its basic parts, how the manual safety and other. Adobe pdf downloadable version of article part number description 1stock 2 hand guard 3 receiver 4 operating slide 5 magazine 6 trigger assembly 7 recoil spring guide 8 operating slide spring 9 bolt assembly 10 trigger guard pin 11 barrel 12 barrel band 1 make sure the carbine is pointed in a safe direction and pull the operating. May be one of the standard m1 types m1, m1c, m1d, type 1 nm, type 2 nm, gas trap, mk2 mod1, etc. It contains detailed instructions for inspection, disassembly, assembly, maintenance, and repair of the u. It is not intended as a guide for the general public.
Such original rifles, even in wellused condition, are highly prized by collectors. There is a bayonet lug, the stock has no markings beyond normal wear and tear. Second generation universal manual 3 mb pdf file early nongi changes, like the 2 recoil springs and the new slide, but with a screw for the slide key. Without moving the rifle from its boresighted position, the scope should point at or close to the boresight.
M1 garand operation and maintenance guide indiana american. If you are like me, owning an m1 carbine goes a lot deeper than just owning a firearm. This field service manual covers the working of the m1 30 caliber carbine. Whenever a position is described as diagonally across the body, the rifle barrel is up. Transfer this manual with the firearm upon ownership change.
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