M1 Carbine Value Question, '43 Inland

[Kiski Cowboy]

I've got a 1943 Inland Carbine that I'm debating whether to hold onto or sell. The barrel date stamp is 4-43, serial number 3490##. It's got it's original I-Cut Highwood stock (IO in slingwell and on handguard), push button safety, flip sight, type 1 barrel band, dogleg hammer. Included is a link to some pictures of it I had posted a few years ago online.

http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=19765

The stock had been varnished by a previous owner, but the cartouches are still there. The original sling swivel and screw were not on the rifle when my father bought it, so I added a reproduction swivel and screw until I can find some originals. The previous owner also installed a set of commercial sling swivels on the bottom of the stock, which were removed, and the holes repaired.

Would really like some help determining what this carbine is worth.

[thebearpack]

Nice gun. It's a shame about the stock and sling mount issues. With a better I-cut stock it would probably bring $1400-1450 or so. As it is, I'd guess you're in the $1200-ish range assuming all parts match pretty well in finish/patina. Inlands are common of course but that's a nice early 6-digit with original barrel so that definitely helps.

[ScotsGuards]

Bearpack has it about right value wise. Depending on the buyer, practical value is $1,000.00-$1,200.00. That stock is going to be VERY expensive to replace.