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Richard K
08-27-2006, 21:36
My experience has been with Ar15s and bolt actions. I've decided I need an M1A or a Garand in .308, probably new from Springfield Armory. I'm leaning toward the M1A though and I hear the term "loaded M1A". Exactly what comes with one that is loaded? Other than magazine fed are there any advantages to the M1A over the Garand? Are Fulton Armory rifles as good/better/worse than Springfield Armory? Do Garands come with clips?
I'm a total novice in this area. Advice/comments appreciated.
7idl
08-28-2006, 06:43
if you want .308, go with the M1A

Springfield Armory (http://www.springfield-armory.com/index.shtml)

if you want an M1, get a CMP M1 (30.06)

CMP - Civilian Marksmanship Program (http://www.odcmp.com/)


clips for the M1 are around $1 each but you can find them in bulk at about $0.50 each.
RYAN50BMG
08-28-2006, 16:49
I have a Springfield Armory "Socom 16" and I LOVE IT. My HK-91 is collecting dust. One thing to watch out for is aftermarket mags. Spend a little more and get original Winchester mags.
JohnTRourke
08-28-2006, 19:38
both are great rifles (although the Fulton is probably better than Springfield and priced appropriately).
however, the Garand is like battlerifle 1.0 and the M14/M1A is like version 2.0

The garand is more fun, bang bang...bang ping is a hoot. But it's not cool in a bad situation, you also can't top off and it's of course only 8.

The M14 has the same sights with a better gas system and of course detachable mags holding 20.

Depends on what you want it for.

I have both, I like both, and they are the best MBR's out there, but if I could only have one, I'd say M14/M1A
Richard K
08-28-2006, 20:03
Hey Guys, thanks for responses. I guess it now boils down to wihich one I can find and/or get a better deal on.
Richard K
08-30-2006, 21:03
Hey Guys, I picked up a NIB Springfield Armory M1 Garand in .308 at Jensen's. Nice walnut and a surprisingly nice trigger for $1.123.99. Also picked up a 1260 round case of 147 gr. South African battle packs.

Thanks for your input.
7idl
08-30-2006, 21:37
now ya gotta post pics or be banned! :twisted:








you won't be banned, but it would be nice to see some pics [pirate]
Richard K
08-30-2006, 21:51
I don't have the ability to post pics but if you can I can email 'em to ya.
7idl
08-31-2006, 07:05
I don't have the ability to post pics but if you can I can email 'em to ya.

we can host 'em... yes. email them to me.

details in IM.
7idl
08-31-2006, 12:38
http://coloradoshooting.org/ipw-web/gallery/albums/album10/IMG_0085.sized.jpg
http://coloradoshooting.org/ipw-web/gallery/albums/album10/IMG_0086.sized.jpg
http://coloradoshooting.org/ipw-web/gallery/albums/album10/IMG_0088.sized.jpg
http://coloradoshooting.org/ipw-web/gallery/albums/album10/IMG_0089.sized.jpg
JohnTRourke
08-31-2006, 15:01
Can i say "nice wood"? :roll:
Richard K
08-31-2006, 19:24
Why yes you can, thanks. I'm very happy with the wood and the trigger pull. Hope it shoots as good as it looks.

Thanks 7idl for posting the pics!
7idl
08-31-2006, 19:34
[beer]
roman gnome
09-03-2006, 09:47
WOW! very nice . If she shoots anything like she looks, you scored bigtime. [usa]
XJ
09-03-2006, 19:56
For those that don't yet have one, please remember that we are a CMP club here, making the purchase process easy.
shrapmetal
09-13-2006, 16:30
For those that don't yet have one, please remember that we are a CMP club here, making the purchase process easy.

what do i need to prove i am a member?
roman gnome
09-15-2006, 19:07
Here's the man you should contact.

http://coloradoshooting.org/v-web/bulletin/bb/viewtopic.php?t=2925
SigsRule
05-26-2007, 09:40
That brings back a lot of memories. I still remember the pain and bruises from "Present Arms!". Some guys tried to cheat and cut down the recoil springs to make it easier to lock open the bolt. It worked for some, but others went too far and cut too much. When we were marching you could hear their bolts flopping open with each step! [roll]