U.S. M1 Carbine: Wartime Production, 8th Edition Book by Craig Riesch

Covers the production of the M1 and M2 carbines during WW2 by various civilian contract companies. A useful guide for the military collector, this book explains how to identify an original M1 through the use of manufacturer's marks, symbols and serial numbers. Softcover.From the Publisher:Describes the four models of Ml Carbines from all ten manufacturers. Complete with codes for every part by serial number range."The format makes it extremely easy to use. The book is a handy reference for begin