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Sh*t, how go you get Winchester parts? And are they all stamped WRA or something like that?
It is cool in that you can see the tool marks on it. Looks like it was hand polished. I guess they didn't have CNC in those days. he he
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If you intend to build a Garand with all Winchester parts, bring a really big wad of cash. WRA parts are a lot more expensive than SA parts. Winchester only made Garands during the WW2 years, a little scarce, parts demand a premium. Quite a few of the Danish Garands have WRA parts and/or receivers.
I have two Winchester M1 Garands. One is an arsenal rebuild w/1952 SA barrel, the rest of the parts are mostly WRA.
The other is a stripped receiver. I have all of the WRA parts to put together a complete Winchester (except the stock and handguards).
I'm embarrassed to say how much I paid for the WRA barrel. More than a lot of complete rifles. I have seen excellent quality original Winchester wood go for over $700.00.
The SA, Beretta, HR, IHC and Danish parts are actually better looking and cheaper. However, there is something about the look of an all WRA rifle that sets them apart.
Winchester used a slightly different parkerizing process that makes the finish appear slightly greenish. And the stocks are heavier in the grip area and a little bit more substantial.
Orion 7 is one of the best. Also Mel Bishop has been recommended to me.