Wannabewoodsman
Custom
Looking into getting a garand and I have no idea where to look. Would love some leads. Most results are showing me parts
M1?
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Grifter
Custom
M1 Garand - Civilian Marksmanship Program
M1 Garand rifles sold by CMP are authentic U.S. Government rifles that have been thoroughly inspected, with a variety of available grades.
thecmp.org
TEXASforLIFE
SAINT
The 30-06?
Wannabewoodsman
Custom
Originals ideally not reproductions
BET7
Ronin
I got mine at a LGS that also sells military collectible weapons. I also saw a bunch at gun shows I’ve been to. Funny thing was the LGS I bought it at, was right next to Sarco’s which also sells collectible military firearms and accessories. At the time I didn’t know they were there, but I’ve since bought Springfield 1903’s, Arisaka type 99, and several different mausers from them.
Recusant
Hellcat
The better the barrel gauges the more accurate in will be. There are reams of info on M1s. If I was going to order one from the CMP I'd go for a service grade.
thecmp.org
M1 Garand - Civilian Marksmanship Program
M1 Garand rifles sold by CMP are authentic U.S. Government rifles that have been thoroughly inspected, with a variety of available grades.
thecmp.org
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OK, I apologize for having NOTHING of-value to contribute to your quest, @Wannabewoodsman ....but I thought this was just too perfect to pass up:
Shot my buddy's BIL's.... I can definitely see adding one of these to the collection at some point.
Shot my buddy's BIL's.... I can definitely see adding one of these to the collection at some point.
Recusant
Hellcat
Most of today's M1s are not original because very few have the same parts that it left the factory with. Most M1s went through upgrades and rebuilds. Rear sights were upgraded, new barrels were installed, and any other worn part would be replaced. Collectors want rifles that have parts that are correct for the receiver serial number range. To make a gun more valuable collectors will change out parts in order to get an M1 that's correct or close to it.
Wannabewoodsman
Custom
What I'm looking for is an M1 that is functional. I understand that a lot of these have had upgrades and replacements, which is fine with me, but what I was getting at was I don't want a modern reproduction.
Grifter
Custom
I watched that a few days ago. My dad warned me about garand thumb years ago. Luckily I have never had it happen.
Susquash
Master Class
I got my M1 through the CMP a few years back. Abit of paperwork and usually a few months wait. I am very happy with my Springfield M1 that was made in 1941. Metal and bore were great but wood had a few dings. Comes in nice CMP plastic case. Shoots great and a hoot to shoot.