IBM (M1 Carbine) Serial Number Receiver Dates [Archive]

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Tom A

06-30-2014, 05:10

Hello,
I purchased a IBM (M1 Carbine) and I would like to know what year the receiver was made? Where can I find a list of dates for the receivers? My receiver serial is 38510xx. Any Help would be greatly appreciated.

Many Thanks,
Tom

JOHN42768

06-30-2014, 06:40

Ton, According to "The M1 Carbine Owner's Guide" by Ruth and Duff your serial number lands approx. Feb. '44 , but anything is possible. John

Tuna

06-30-2014, 07:20

About January 1944 for your serial number. There are no records on line or in books that are accurate.

Tom A

07-01-2014, 04:40

Many Thanks Guys, This helps me out, I searched but could not find a solid answer.
Thanks again,
Yours in Collecting,
Tom