Manufactured at the tail end of M1 Carbine production, the six and seven million range M1s were produced concurrently with the M2 Automatic Carbine. This particular group of three, while not sequentially numbered, is united by the included shipping crate. Constructed from pine with spaces for 10 carbines and some accoutrements, the crate retains a partial end label which identifies the ten originally included carbines by serial number, with these three all on the list. Additionally, the carbines retain the majority of a protective plastic film, effectively making them about as close to "factory new" as you'll ever see. Carbine A shows a number of late features, including a Type III bayonet lug, round bolt, adjustable rear sight, flip safety, M2 magazine catch, and a "W" marked oval cut low wood 4-rivet stock. No magazines are included with the lot.

Excellent, with 99% plus original parkerized finish, showing some minor handling marks overall. The crate is good, with cracking, stains and dents appropriate to age and travel.

Outfitted as A. Magazine not included.

Excellent, 99% plus, with minimal handling marks overall.

Outfitted with a M1 style magazine catch, otherwise configured as A. Magazine not included.

Excellent, 99% plus, with minor handling marks. All three of these carbines are about as high condition as you could ever expect to find, and the original shipping crate (let alone one with original carbines to go with it) is a rare find regardless of condition, and together they could make a fine addition to nearly any collection of American military small arms.