If you have never had a chance to shoot one of these great rifles you have missed out on a fine experience. . I finally got a chance to put 8 rounds through one 10 years ago and came away with a smile on my face.
Purchased a Springfield M1 Garand from. CMP several years ago. It was made in 1941. Metal was in pristine condition but stock was a little dinged up. This rifle shoots great. Grandson shot it a few years ago and he loved it too.