I am kind of suprised that there has never been any real challange in court of the M1 carbine. I would have figured it would have gotten the colt match target or M1a treatment by now.

Colt and Springfield helped spur these lawsuits because they had a vested interest in getting the law overturned. No one was making M1 carbines at that time (and really have only recently started), so there was no industry support.

 

At this point, I think everyone is hoping/striving to have the entire AWB ruled unconstitutional, which was not something even thought remotely possible in the 90's.

I'd pass on it. It resembles an M1, sure, but it probably doesn't shoot/feel like one. I know that is a vague statement, but shooting the real deal is much more fun. 

I agree find yourself a nice marlin camp 9

I agree find yourself a nice marlin camp 9

$350 vs $600....

 

Love the Marlin Camp but for a cheap inexpesive 9mm carbine, this is gonna be hard to beat