Irwin Pedersen 2nd Block M1 Carbine With Standard Products Inspection marked Stock 1943 C&R

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Make: Irwin-Pedersen

Model: M1 Carbine

Serial Number: 3214163

Year of Manufacture: Receiver 1943, Barrel Date 2-1943

Caliber: .30 Carbine

Action Type: Semi-Auto

Markings:

Receiver: “IRWIN-PEDERSEN 3214163”, “U.S. Carbine CAL .30 M1” and on the left “3”.

Barrel: “UNDERWOOD 2-43” with a flaming bomb, 5.5” back from the front sight there is a “P”, the flat also has a flaming bomb.

Front sight: “N”-IBM

Slide: “S’G’” on the inside. Saginaw Gear

Barrel band: “UP”

Bolt: Unmarked

Rear Sight: “B-IP” and a round “S”. Beckwith MFG CO. correct for Irwin Pedersen

Trigger Group and Hammer: “IP” Irwin Pederson

Safety: “IP-A” American Electric Heater CO. for Irwin Pedersen

Magazine Catch: “B-IP” Saginaw Gear

Sear: “SW-S’G’” Saginaw Gear

Upper Hanguard: “IR-IP” with a flaming bomb. Irwin Pedersen

Stock: Pommel circle “P”, Right flank Ordnance wheel and “SG” in a box, Sling cut: “IR-IP” with a flaming bomb this stock was made by Saginaw Gear for Irwin Pedersen. Just in front of the sling cut is marked “STD PROD RWH” indicating this rifle may have been refurbished or inspected by Standard Products Co as part of a post war inspection.

Lug: Unmarked

Magazine: “SQ SP-SG” Seymore Smith & Sons.

Barrel Length: 18"

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a fixed blade with protective ears. The rear sight is the early L type dual aperture “flip sight” dovetailed to the receiver.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is a low wood, I cut stock with a type one barrel band, two rivet handguard, checkered metal buttplate with an oiler. The length of pull is 13.25”. The stock shows scattered handling wear with compressions and lines. There is a notable scratch on the right side of the nose and a rub mark from the sling. The upper handguard shows minimal wear with no visible chips or cracks. The buttplate shows normal wear with rub marks around the edges. The markings on the stocks are surprisingly clear. Overall this stock is in Very Good+ condition.

Magazine Quantity & Condition: One 15 round magazine in Excellent condition.

Type of Finish: Parkerized

Finish Originality: Original.

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is defined. There is minor erosion present with pitting in the last third of the bore. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 7.5/10.

Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 97% of its original metal finish. The metal surfaces have turned dark green with age. The bolt shows minor rub wear on the friction surfaces. The barrel shows some finish thinning and small marks scattered throughout with some finish loss of the leading edges. The markings are clear and the screw heads are sharp. Overall this rifle is in about Very Good condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: One magazine and a green canvas sling.

Our Assessment: The Irwin Pedersen M1 Carbine is one of the rarest and most collectible variants of the WWII era carbine, as the company produced only a small number before its contract was canceled due to failure to meet military standards. This example was completed by Saginaw Gear in early 1943, after Saginaw took over Irwin-Pedersen’s Grand Rapids facility. It features an Underwood barrel, with most of the trigger group components still Irwin Pedersen made, and a few parts sourced from Saginaw and Saginaw’s subcontractors. The rifle includes a Saginaw Gear and Irwin Pedersen marked stock. The stock also bears a Standard Products Co. post-war inspection stamp, indicating it was likely inspected and tested by the private contractor after WWII.

Irwin Pedersen was originally contracted to produce over 100,000 carbines but delivered fewer than 3,500 units. These units failed to meet the standards and as a result the U.S. government reassigned the factory to Saginaw. This led to many of the carbines being completed by Saginaw using Irwin-Pedersen parts. These Irwin produced Saginaw completed rifles are highly sought after today especially with the Standard Products Co. inspection stamp. These rifles represent a unique moment in wartime production history, showcasing the challenges of scaling up manufacturing quickly under the pressure of war. A carbine like this, blending Irwin-Pedersen rarity with Saginaw completion and post war inspection history, is a fascinating, rare and valuable piece indeed.


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This item is part of Lock Stock Barrel Premier Auction May 2025 Day 2
 Sunday, Jun 1, 2025 | 9:00 AM  Mountain
 
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Irwin Pedersen 2nd Block M1 Carbine With Standard Products Inspection marked Stock 1943 C&R
Irwin Pedersen 2nd Block M1 Carbine With Standard Products Inspection marked Stock 1943 C&R
Lot number: 1071
Seller: Lock Stock & Barrel Auctions
Event: Lock Stock Barrel Premier Auction May 2025 Day 2
Ends: Sunday, June 1 | 9:00 AM  Mountain

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