7/18/17 - This is a very nice Winchester M1 Carbine, manufactured in 1944 for use by the American army during the war. The Serial is in the 5,625,xxx range. W marked barrel. The stock is a mid-war "low wood" stock with a clear cartouche and WRA and GHD inspector proof on the right side. Serial dates the rifle to 1944. Stock is excellent - not sanded or refinished. Comes with an original sling and original WW2 magazine marked 'AI'. 'S' marked rear site, 'EW' marked safety button and 'M' marked mag release. Excellent bore.