Would this be a trade I could make??

[Acera]

Ok, the itch for a M1 carbine has bitten me pretty badly.

I have taken inventory of a group of rifles I no longer find interesting enough to keep and am looking to trade them in.

Before I get them all out of storage, photograph them, and place an official ad, I wanted to get some opinions whether or not it is a feasible trade.


What I want:

WWII issue M1 Carbine, CMP Service grade or better, with priory toward nice metal over nice wood. Plus a handful of magazines and a bayonet.



What I am willing to part with, (Three for One Trade).

French MAS MLE 1936, 7.5mm, Serial Number: N 96XXX, bayonet, Nicest gun in set.

Mauser K98, 8mm, bcd 43, gun has non-matching parts, Serial Number: 31XX S, used condition.

Carcano Carbine, 6.5mm, Model 38 Terni, Serial Number: OK 82XX, folding bayonet, used condition



Ok, is this a viable trade? Obviously the trade would have to go through a FFL both ways, if not FTF in my area. But other than that, I don't want any cash involved. There could be a few clips and 20+ surplus cartridges for the Carcano, Mauser and MAS if the other party had something to offer in return.


Thanks for your opinions,

 

[MikeJackmin]

A decent carbine is maybe $800 now, give or take. Add accessories and you'd need to get at least $300 for each of those rifles.

 

[Acera]

Thanks Mike,

I am not interested in selling them separately, and then buying a carbine. Hence the comment no cash involved. I was thinking more of a CMP carbine in the $600 range. That is what I was thinking would make the carbine owner see the trade in his favor.

 

[.45Guy]

The Carcano folding bayonet for the fucile corto 38 is worth a few bucks. I sold one of mine 2 years ago for $190.

 

[PT1911]

....well... that is strange... didnt mean to post that here... hmmmm

 

[PT1911]

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[nwilliams]

Don't trade.

If you want an M1 Carbine then save some money and buy one while keeping your other rifles. Sometimes we make hasty decisions that we regret later. I've sold many guns that I later regretted parting with because I got the itch for a certain gun. Another option would be to sell the rifles you don't want and put the money aside and call it your "M1 Carbine fund". Once you have the money set aside go out and search for the right M1 to buy, however don't rush into anything! Soem M1 Carbines are worth the asking price, others are not. You can buy from CMP and get one for a decent price. However if you find one for sale in a gun shop or from a private seller just make sure you know what to look for so you know whether you're getting a good deal or not. Good research ahead of time will help you spot that M1 Carbine that is worth the asking price and avoid the overpriced ones.

M1 Carbines are by no means rare and if you shop around you can might just score a great deal on one. I've been wanting an M1 Garand for about eight years now and I still haven't found the right one yet, however I know eventually I stumble upon the perfect one. A buddy of mine who has known me a long time always asks me why I still don't have an M1 Garand, My response is always the same "because I haven't found the right one yet".

It's the same story with my search for an M1 Carbine, I wanted one for the longest time but I held off until I found the right one for the right price. My long search finally ended a few months ago when I found a nearly all correct Inland for $800 with ammo and mags. See thread below...
http://www.thehighroad.org/showthread.php?t=456264&highlight=m1

Just food for thought.

Good luck in your search!

 

[Acera]

nwilliams, that is about what I am looking for. Very nice rifle, and you seem to have gotten a good deal.

My issue is that I've had these guns for a number of years, wanted to build a WWII bolt gun display, and that went by the wayside. Fired the Mauser 5 times, and have not even loaded the other two, or fired them. That is one reason I doubt I will regret selling them.

Putting them up for sale either here or at a show may be an option, using the cash for a carbine.

Just kinda did not want to lug all three around show.

 

[Rob62]

I think the best way to go would be to sell your guns individually or together and then using that money towards a carbine. Reason is, I really doubt all the stars will align to find someone willing to trade their carbine for your rifles in one deal.

FWIW - If M1 carbines are selling in the $800 range (which is way more than the $500-600 range I thought they were in) you'll still be short a few dollars by selling all your rifles.

EDITED - I just checked the CMP home page. Seems like Rack Grade Inland M1 carbines can be had for as little as $419.

http://www.thecmp.org/m1carbine.htm

Good Luck,
Rob

 

[spyder1911]

Not to be rude, but have you ever shot the M1 Carbine?

It would be bad if you traded away 3 of your rifles for a new rifle that you don't enjoy at all.

 

[cluttonfred]

If you change your mind about selling them separately, I'd be interested in the MAS 36.

 

[Big_E]

We need to make a sticky that says don't get rid of any guns.

Why not just join the CMP and buy one or if you have a friend that is a CMP member buy one for you then transfer or whatever.

I don't think he needs to fire a M1 Carbine first, they are just that awesome.

 

[Dr. Tad Hussein Winslow]

You would likely be waiting multiple blue moons before you found someone willing to make that specific trade; so no. Just join CMP, get some $$ together, and add.

 

[Acera]

Yes, I have fired the carbine. I like it. I understand it's limitations and it fits my current tastes. I want the SO to spend time with it, she hates rifles with plastic on them. This might be a way to get her into a semi-auto rifle (my M1 Garands are too heavy for her). Then she can buy another one for her house.

Hard to believe, but I do not want to save money up and buy. Buying a gun is not in the current budget. I may if the housing industry gets better soon, but do not want to save, or spend. I want to trade, no cash outlay.

I have CMP guns, I have a number that I place on the order form that makes the whole process very smooth. But I do not want to write a check or spend money on a gun.

We need to make a sticky that says don't get rid of any guns.

WHY? I have more than I need, but less that I want. I don't want these anymore.


If anyone wants to get started on a WWII bolt gun collection, this is an easy place to start. The MAS and Carcano are not the most popular, or as easy to find as a Mosin, SMLE, 1903 or Mauser. (I have those also, will probably sell the Mosin) Add a Arisaka to that list (mine is inherited, so not for sale) and you have got all the major players covered, except China.

Owlnmole, Thanks for the offer. If something changes my mind, I will contact you.


May just haul the lot to the big Houston gun show next month.