But if that particular carbine would work, why not. Or not.
My only experience is short, and with the new Inland. I have looked at quite a few military M1s at the Oregon Arms Collectors shows over the years and drooled over them (arsenal rebuilds) that were probably well worth the money. In the neighborhood of $750.00-$950.00. I've also seen some real beautiful M1s in the neighborhood of $2,000.00. Those people don't shoot them.