Chambered in .30 Carbine, the M1 Carbine was a lightweight, semi-automatic carbine issued to troops in the Second World War, Korea, and Vietnam. It was developed as a lighter, easier-handling counterpart to the full-sized M1 Garand battle rifle. Produced in several variants, such as the M2, capable of select-fire, the M3, which had an infrared scope system, and the M1A1, a variant issued to paratroopers, and which had a wire-frame, folding stock, the M1 Carbine was developed as a lighter alternative that would be easier for fast-moving troops to carry. One of the most influential and infamous designs of the last century, the M1 Carbine is still popular in civilian markets; if you’re here for M1 Carbine parts and need help finding something, get in touch with us and we will be more than happy to help.