[GunnyGene]

Just FYI the barrel is 16.5" from bolt face to end. And 19" from bolt face to end of muzzle flash hider.
I don't do well with 16.5" long 30:06 rifles.

This might help.

An Official Journal Of The NRA | 'Tanker Garands:' The Real Story

Most “Tanker Garands” were made for commercial sale, but a few are genuine. This is their story.

www.americanrifleman.org