Im putting this in general discussion so more folks see it.
What is needed on a Garand to make it capable of shooting modern 30-06
ammo, instead of relying on ammo from say CMP etc as sole means of ammo????
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Im putting this in general discussion so more folks see it.
What is needed on a Garand to make it capable of shooting modern 30-06
ammo, instead of relying on ammo from say CMP etc as sole means of ammo????
Adjustable gas plug...
http://www.brownells.com/.aspx/pid=1...BLE-GAS-SYSTEM
But the bottom line is you're bleeding off pressure - it will still never perform like full power hunting loads through a bolt gun. The good news is the '06 has guts to spare.
Best option is handloading.
What are you looking to do with the Garand? Hunt? Service Rifle matches?
I have no deisre to handload. I have 5 kids and they take up too much time to mess with reloading.Quote:
Originally Posted by Zombie Steve
I want the rifle for plinking and SHTF, not really looking to hunt with it. I just wanna be able to buy cheap FMJ or SP at any venue that are cheaper than the American Eagle M1 Garand specific rounds.
There are Garand safe commercial loadings. I don't have one, so I cannot tell you how good they are.Quote:
Originally Posted by DD977GM2
Quote:
Originally Posted by SideShow Bob
They are not to shabby. Same accuracy as CMP surplus. Its just they are form $3-$7 more per box of 20 then the same non garand ammo.
Here's what the CMP has on the subject. Basically what Steve and Bob said...
http://odcmp.com/Sales/askarmorercommercialammo.htm
By the way, speaking of Garands, CMP recently sent out a notice that they are putting up for sale a number of over 6 million serial number Service Grade rifles.
$675, I've already ordered one.
I believe those are already gone, they sold like hotcakes.Quote:
Originally Posted by sneakerd
Yup-just checked.Quote:
Originally Posted by rondog
I sent my order in the day after receiving the email, so hopefully it got there in time!
Anyone go after a Navy?
Just got the call- the over 6 mil Garands are gone. I changed the order to 2 Service-Grade Garands, one Springfield and one H&R. Requested highest serial number possible with GI wood and original barrel. Guess we'll just see what we'll see!
I know I'm resurrecting an old thread, but I think some actual test data on commercial ammo in Garands is useful.
Commercial bullets
http://forums.thecmp.org/showthread....rcial+pressure
Heavier Commercial Bullets
http://forums.thecmp.org/showthread....ommercial+ammo