deadin
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Yes and it is a lot more accurate than me.......
(I think I even spotted some BM59 furniture on it)
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Garand prices all over the map?
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Yes and it is a lot more accurate than me.......
(I think I even spotted some BM59 furniture on it)
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gregintenn
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I bought a near mint H&R a couple of years back for $950. That was the best price on a nice shooter I've encountered in several years. Probably not a steal, but I am very happy with it.
You'll really have to identify the Garand that your co-worker wants to sell before any real estimate of value can be given. Any nice Springfield Armory shooter which might have been re-built at a military armory and has other parts should fetch somewhere in the $1,000-$1,200 range these days in my area. There are active M-1 Garand classes and matches here.
I have one M1 Garand.
Bought it at a gunshop maybe 15yrs ago. Price then was $350 IIRC.
1944 action IIRC, bbl is Korean War time rebuild. Trigger group is H&R. From there I couldn't tell you what the rest is.
I really don't care.
It shoots well and functions as it's supposed to.
Plenty of Garand clipped ammo still in storage, so I'm good to go.
Fun gun to shoot and it can be accurate when I settle down and really try.
No invites from Camp Perry yet though.
Bought it at a gunshop maybe 15yrs ago. Price then was $350 IIRC.
1944 action IIRC, bbl is Korean War time rebuild. Trigger group is H&R. From there I couldn't tell you what the rest is.
I really don't care.
It shoots well and functions as it's supposed to.
Plenty of Garand clipped ammo still in storage, so I'm good to go.
Fun gun to shoot and it can be accurate when I settle down and really try.
No invites from Camp Perry yet though.
I have an Arlington Ordnance import marked M1 Garand. With a new barrel and new wood, it's probably the best M1 shooter I've had. I paid $350 for the package; sling, belt, clips and bayonet.
I bought it for my dad for Father's Day 25 years ago he was a Korean War Vet. I still have it and not for sale at any price.
Aside from sentimental value, if I were to put it on gunbroker, I think I could easily get $1000 in today's market. However, I don't think I'd be able replace it at that price.
I bought it for my dad for Father's Day 25 years ago he was a Korean War Vet. I still have it and not for sale at any price.
Aside from sentimental value, if I were to put it on gunbroker, I think I could easily get $1000 in today's market. However, I don't think I'd be able replace it at that price.
Grayfox
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I have these two.
The top one is a 1942 Springfield I purchased from CMP back in 2007. Its a Danish return.
The bottom is a 1955 H&R that I acquired from a late friend's estate.
Neither is anything special. Both are rebuilt mix-masters. But, I do enjoy them.
I wouldn't even consider selling either one for less than $1200. But I have no plans to sell anyway.
The top one is a 1942 Springfield I purchased from CMP back in 2007. Its a Danish return.
The bottom is a 1955 H&R that I acquired from a late friend's estate.
Neither is anything special. Both are rebuilt mix-masters. But, I do enjoy them.
I wouldn't even consider selling either one for less than $1200. But I have no plans to sell anyway.
The last one I bought from the CMP was an H&R. The parkerizing was perfect. So was the barrel and action. Other than the replacement CMP stock the rifle looks new.
Freelancer99
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I have a safe mostly loaded with Garands.
The Garand section of the CMP Forum is a great source of information, the members are very helpful and knowledgeable. Take good pictures, remove the stock and show the drawing and lot number on the right receiver leg. lock the bolt to the rear and show the barrel markings, condition of the barrel crown and any stock markings.
With good photos you will get a lot of good feedback.
A couple of things, post war rifles including rebuilds are the nicest M1s made and have a passionate following.
Also, there really is no such thing as a mixmaster, they were all mixmasters from the day they left the factory. Parts were switched from day one in the field and throughout their lifetime. There is no such thing a numbers matching rifle, just period correct, and I seriously doubt they (WW2) exist anymore. Thats why post war rifles are so attractive, because there are still a lot of correct rifles out there.
The Garand section of the CMP Forum is a great source of information, the members are very helpful and knowledgeable. Take good pictures, remove the stock and show the drawing and lot number on the right receiver leg. lock the bolt to the rear and show the barrel markings, condition of the barrel crown and any stock markings.
With good photos you will get a lot of good feedback.
A couple of things, post war rifles including rebuilds are the nicest M1s made and have a passionate following.
Also, there really is no such thing as a mixmaster, they were all mixmasters from the day they left the factory. Parts were switched from day one in the field and throughout their lifetime. There is no such thing a numbers matching rifle, just period correct, and I seriously doubt they (WW2) exist anymore. Thats why post war rifles are so attractive, because there are still a lot of correct rifles out there.
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A few thoughts about buying a Garand:
I've been very pleased purchasing Garands from CMP over the past 7 years, almost all service grades (SGs). CMP customer service is terrific and any rare purchase issues are quickly resolved.
Last month, I received 2 SGs, a WWII Springfield Armory and a Harrington & Richardson, both nice examples with low muzzle and throat erosion and decent stocks. Last year, the 2 SGs I bought would have been field grades just a few years ago and likely part of the Philipine returns. So keep in mind that CMP mail orders are the luck of the draw.
CMP has recently offered Rack Grade Specials for $650:
"CMP Special Rack Grade (.30-06) M1 Garand. This is a partially refurbished rifle with a refinished M1 receiver, new production criterion barrel, new production American Walnut stock and handguards, and new web sling. Receiver is the only part of the rifle that has been refinished. Remainder of the other parts have NOT been refinished.
Receiver will have heavy pitting above the wood line."
CMP Garand sales: M1 Garand - Civilian Marksmanship Program
Another option for those in the East is a visit to a CMP store at either Port Clinton, OH or Anniston, AL. Buyers can hand pick Garands (and sometimes 1903s) from the racks. Lately, appointments have been required and offerings vary, especially the Ohio store.
Often nice Garands can be found on the CMP forums for sale at decent prices:
M1 Garand - CMP Forums
I am a huge fan of CMP! In August 2016 after a three year wait, I was able to purchase the exact SA M1 Garand I was issued as a DC high school cadet in 1966! Talk about a holy grail and amazing luck!
I've been very pleased purchasing Garands from CMP over the past 7 years, almost all service grades (SGs). CMP customer service is terrific and any rare purchase issues are quickly resolved.
Last month, I received 2 SGs, a WWII Springfield Armory and a Harrington & Richardson, both nice examples with low muzzle and throat erosion and decent stocks. Last year, the 2 SGs I bought would have been field grades just a few years ago and likely part of the Philipine returns. So keep in mind that CMP mail orders are the luck of the draw.
CMP has recently offered Rack Grade Specials for $650:
"CMP Special Rack Grade (.30-06) M1 Garand. This is a partially refurbished rifle with a refinished M1 receiver, new production criterion barrel, new production American Walnut stock and handguards, and new web sling. Receiver is the only part of the rifle that has been refinished. Remainder of the other parts have NOT been refinished.
Receiver will have heavy pitting above the wood line."
CMP Garand sales: M1 Garand - Civilian Marksmanship Program
Another option for those in the East is a visit to a CMP store at either Port Clinton, OH or Anniston, AL. Buyers can hand pick Garands (and sometimes 1903s) from the racks. Lately, appointments have been required and offerings vary, especially the Ohio store.
Often nice Garands can be found on the CMP forums for sale at decent prices:
M1 Garand - CMP Forums
I am a huge fan of CMP! In August 2016 after a three year wait, I was able to purchase the exact SA M1 Garand I was issued as a DC high school cadet in 1966! Talk about a holy grail and amazing luck!
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wheelgun28
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I have three Garands two Springfields and one Winchester, I enjoy them. Thay arent special, mint, just run of the mill. I paid between $400 and $800 for them. The one that shoots best has the most barrel wear at the muzzle.
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Garands, 1903’s, A3’s and a Winnie P17
When I first started building my collection over 30 years ago the first rifle I wanted was a Garand.
But I quickly realized that every one that was in my price range was a parts gun.
Since I wanted an all original gun I decided to wait until I could afford one.
By the time I could afford one I lost all interest in owning one.
But I quickly realized that every one that was in my price range was a parts gun.
Since I wanted an all original gun I decided to wait until I could afford one.
By the time I could afford one I lost all interest in owning one.
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I have a Winchester CMP that was my Dad's. He gave it to me before he died. I sent it to James River Armory to be refinished. Looks like new. I'll keep it until I die.
wheelgun28
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Garands, 1903’s, A3’s and a Winnie P17
I like all of them, p17 while bulky shoots nice.
My 03 is early and I don't want to shoot full power ammo in it anymore. My A3 is made by some typewriter company...
No M1A...
Mostly GI parts, TRW I think...
Seems to round out the collection
Add in a early A1 AR
I like all of them, p17 while bulky shoots nice.
My 03 is early and I don't want to shoot full power ammo in it anymore. My A3 is made by some typewriter company...
No M1A...
Mostly GI parts, TRW I think...
Seems to round out the collection
Add in a early A1 AR
I’m missing the Rock 1903. The P17 weighs a ton, for sure. Got a Smith-Corona, the last A3 I bought.
All these American milsurps shoot great. First time out, ping ping at metal plates 100 yards away, no adjustments.
Those things must have eliminated many of the opposition in WWII and Korea.
M1A just sits there, I need to revive it.
You'd be amazed at the number of people at gun shows that asked me if an M1 had "all matching numbers", then insisting that they had one at home with the same number stamped on every part!
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