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Posted: 5/6/2023 4:55:09 PM EST
June '45 receiver. Criterion barrel. Mostly correct for serial number. I like the milled trigger guard better than stamped. It's a Boyd stock set I've had for years. Needs an oil finish. I am leaning toward Tung oil.
It sure feels different handling. I hope to put some rounds through it next month.  Attached File Attached File Attached File Attached File Attached File |
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ME, USA
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Posted: 5/6/2023 5:47:35 PM EST
[#1]
Beautiful rifle! I have one as well and find it just fun! Very handy little package.
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USA
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Posted: 5/6/2023 6:05:46 PM EST
[#2]
Very nice!
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GA, USA
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Posted: 5/6/2023 7:12:42 PM EST
[#3]
Oh man, I am so ready to get mine back from Tim. Sent it to him in February, still waiting. I got the Beretta gas system for mine, so I can use the Ultimak rail if I decide to add an optic. Such handy rifles, damn near a do-it-all rifle. Sweet looking M1 you got there!
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Posted: 5/7/2023 7:17:11 AM EST
[#4]
How much does one of those weigh?
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Posted: 5/7/2023 8:47:28 AM EST
[Last Edit: Seven-Shooter]
[#5]
I enjoy mine, but I went with the .308 flavor and an Ultimak.
 They DO have a certain pizazz with the wooden top handguard, though; OP's is beautiful! |
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Posted: 5/7/2023 1:32:12 PM EST
[Last Edit: PigBat]
[#6]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By backbencher: How much does one of those weigh? About 7.5 - 8 pounds, depending on your stock. But it feels lighter. Shortening it puts most of the weight between your hands. |
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Posted: 5/8/2023 8:12:41 AM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By backbencher: How much does one of those weigh? Lol, I was just going to ask that. The cost runs about $5-600 right? |
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Posted: 5/8/2023 9:14:43 AM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 03RN: Lol, I was just going to ask that. The cost runs about $5-600 right? Yes. Currently $555 price list and ordering  Attached FileSize comparison with M1 Rifle and Carbine  Attached File |
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ID, USA
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Posted: 5/8/2023 10:28:07 AM EST
[Last Edit: Falfreak]
[#9]
How abusive is the muzzle blast? Is there any current source for 308 barrels?
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Posted: 5/8/2023 11:12:36 AM EST
[#10]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Falfreak: How abusive is the muzzle blast? Is there any current source for 308 barrels? Can't speak to sourcing .308 barrels; all my Garands are 30-06. People worry about the muzzle blast, but I don't find it abusive. Outdoors, with M2 ball the blast is (to me) not much different than the full-size Garand. In an enclosed or semi-enclosed area, like everything else, it's definitely "blasty", a bit more perhaps than an 18 inch FAL or M1A, but not like an 11 inch AR. |
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Posted: 5/8/2023 11:24:29 AM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Seven-Shooter: I enjoy mine, but I went with the .308 flavor and an Ultimak. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/129976/3F0FD237-1636-4CA0-A80F-753A16BE3BC4-2734308.jpg They DO have a certain pizazz with the wooden top handguard, though; OP's is beautiful! @Seven-Shooter I have a Garand with an ultimak as well, but could never find an EER scope that was usable... what flavor is that burris? does it have proper eye relief? Thanks and sorry for the thread hijack! |
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Posted: 5/8/2023 12:32:53 PM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Falfreak: How abusive is the muzzle blast? Is there any current source for 308 barrels? Go to the Criterion barrels website and sign up on the wait list. That's what I did. Received the notice and bought it. Picked up a rack grade for this specific purpose. Now I have to get the funds to send it off to Shuffs. |
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Posted: 5/8/2023 1:19:35 PM EST
[Last Edit: Seven-Shooter]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Aggie_Gunner: @Seven-Shooter I have a Garand with an ultimak as well, but could never find an EER scope that was usable... what flavor is that burris? does it have proper eye relief? Thanks and sorry for the thread hijack! Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Aggie_Gunner: Originally Posted By Seven-Shooter: I enjoy mine, but I went with the .308 flavor and an Ultimak. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/129976/3F0FD237-1636-4CA0-A80F-753A16BE3BC4-2734308.jpg They DO have a certain pizazz with the wooden top handguard, though; OP's is beautiful! @Seven-Shooter I have a Garand with an ultimak as well, but could never find an EER scope that was usable... what flavor is that burris? does it have proper eye relief? Thanks and sorry for the thread hijack! It's a Burris 2.75 fixed Scout scope. On ARF, I read where the Leupold Scout optics didn't provide enough clearance for the clip loading, but this did. I mounted mine in some low LaRue tactical rings (with a spacer for the 1" tube). It gets a little bit of detritus on it after shooting; not sure if it's due to the Garand mechanism or that Smith Enterprises brake on mine, but I need to get a lens cover or something. Been thinking of taking it off and just leaving a red dot on top, it's so lithe and fun without that optic out front. That, and anything on which I mount a magnified optic I just magically expect better accuracy from, even if I consider the level of accuracy perfectly acceptable when using irons or a RDS. It's a personal problem.  |
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Posted: 5/8/2023 1:54:46 PM EST
[#14]
Can you still mount a bayonet?
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Posted: 5/8/2023 1:58:37 PM EST
[#15]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By backbencher: Can you still mount a bayonet? Yes |
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Posted: 5/8/2023 2:21:36 PM EST
[#16]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By PigBat: Yes Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By PigBat: Originally Posted By backbencher: Can you still mount a bayonet? Yes It just gets better and better |
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Posted: 5/8/2023 7:41:31 PM EST
[#17]
Bayonet on a Mini-G?
Yes:  But it depends on if you have a regular gas lock or the Smith Enterprises thing. Regular should have no problem mounting a standard M1 Bayonet. The Smith Enterprises may require use of an M5 or M5A1, and require a slight whittling down of the nub that fits in the screw slot to fit properly (a hair too wide due to the presence of the threads for the Schuster adjustable gas system). YMMV. |
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AZ, USA
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Posted: 5/9/2023 12:20:23 PM EST
[#18]
I had to have my front sight welded to build it up as couldn't get a decent zero with rear sight at 100 yards. Anyone else?
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Posted: 5/10/2023 9:29:15 PM EST
[#19]
I have a field grade in a ram line stock I keep thinking about doing this too. Problem is I can’t decide stay 30-06 or go 308? And for some reason the 6.5x55 sounds fun too
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Posted: 5/11/2023 8:58:17 AM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By sigpros: I have a field grade in a ram line stock I keep thinking about doing this too. Problem is I can’t decide stay 30-06 or go 308? And for some reason the 6.5x55 sounds fun too .308 is far more available on store shelves today, even if .30-06 has more capability. 6.5 Creed is a lot more available in the US than 6.5 Swede and requires less work to adapt, all you need is a new bbl & a cartridge block. I do have to ask - what is the practical difference btwn the .308 Mini-G and the 16.25" M1A? One loads on 8 round en blocs, the other on 5 round strippers or 5-50 round mags? The sights are the same, the gas systems are about the same length, they take the same brands of front mounting optics handguards. One is a modification of a historic rifle no longer in production, one is a modification of a current production reproduction of the descendant of that historic rifle, also no longer in production.  I guess you get a bayonet lug w/ the Mini-G, which you don't on the short M1A. |
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Posted: 5/11/2023 9:08:48 AM EST
[#21]
Right now I have an m1 and a .308 bolt gun both with a couple thousand rounds. I'd have a hard time converting my only .30-06 but if I was going to add another gun I'm pretty sure I'd get a .308. And probably the M1 tanker while we're at it.
I'd like an M1 in 7x57 as well since I have a few thousand rounds for my m77. |
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Posted: 5/11/2023 10:03:01 AM EST
[Last Edit: Seven-Shooter]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By backbencher: .308 is far more available on store shelves today, even if .30-06 has more capability. 6.5 Creed is a lot more available in the US than 6.5 Swede and requires less work to adapt, all you need is a new bbl & a cartridge block. I do have to ask - what is the practical difference btwn the .308 Mini-G and the 16.25" M1A? One loads on 8 round en blocs, the other on 5 round strippers or 5-50 round mags? The sights are the same, the gas systems are about the same length, they take the same brands of front mounting optics handguards. One is a modification of a historic rifle no longer in production, one is a modification of a current production reproduction of the descendant of that historic rifle, also no longer in production. https://files.springfield-armory.com/wp-content/uploads/AA9622_L-scaled.jpg I guess you get a bayonet lug w/ the Mini-G, which you don't on the short M1A. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By backbencher: Originally Posted By sigpros: I have a field grade in a ram line stock I keep thinking about doing this too. Problem is I can't decide stay 30-06 or go 308? And for some reason the 6.5x55 sounds fun too .308 is far more available on store shelves today, even if .30-06 has more capability. 6.5 Creed is a lot more available in the US than 6.5 Swede and requires less work to adapt, all you need is a new bbl & a cartridge block. I do have to ask - what is the practical difference btwn the .308 Mini-G and the 16.25" M1A? One loads on 8 round en blocs, the other on 5 round strippers or 5-50 round mags? The sights are the same, the gas systems are about the same length, they take the same brands of front mounting optics handguards. One is a modification of a historic rifle no longer in production, one is a modification of a current production reproduction of the descendant of that historic rifle, also no longer in production. https://files.springfield-armory.com/wp-content/uploads/AA9622_L-scaled.jpg I guess you get a bayonet lug w/ the Mini-G, which you don't on the short M1A. In my case, I went with a Mini-G because my job has offices all over the country, and I might have to go live for a while in some shitty state like CA until I can transfer back to the free world. And a Garand based rifle is more palatable for a lot of those shitty states. And selected .308 because .30-06 is more expensive, and I want to actually shoot my stuff. I actually consolidated away from .30-06, so the logistic benefit was easy. That and I didn't want to pay for another magazine pattern in capacities that might get neutered due to an AWB or where I have to live for work. Otherwise, the Tanker M1A is considerably cheaper and easier. (But the "Scout" would be better to mount a modern optic). The fact that my Mini-G basically just "rescued" an otherwise non-pristine rifle and gets it shooting again, is just gravy. Better it gets out and used, than for it to sit untouched in a closet or ignored in some collection. |
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Posted: 5/11/2023 11:30:51 AM EST
[Last Edit: backbencher]
[#23]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Seven-Shooter: All of this is solid advice. In my case, I went with a Mini-G because my job has offices all over the country, and I might have to go live for a while in some shitty state like CA until I can transfer back to the free world. And a Garand based rifle is more palatable for a lot of those shitty states. And selected .308 because .30-06 is more expensive, and I want to actually shoot my stuff. I actually consolidated away from .30-06, so the logistic benefit was easy. That and I didn't want to pay for another magazine pattern in capacities that might get neutered due to an AWB or where I have to live for work. Otherwise, the Tanker M1A is considerably cheaper and easier. (But the "Scout" would be better to mount a modern optic). The fact that my Mini-G basically just "rescued" an otherwise non-pristine rifle and gets it shooting again, is just gravy. Better it gets out and used, than for it to sit untouched in a closet or ignored in some collection. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Seven-Shooter: Originally Posted By backbencher: Originally Posted By sigpros: I have a field grade in a ram line stock I keep thinking about doing this too. Problem is I can't decide stay 30-06 or go 308? And for some reason the 6.5x55 sounds fun too .308 is far more available on store shelves today, even if .30-06 has more capability. 6.5 Creed is a lot more available in the US than 6.5 Swede and requires less work to adapt, all you need is a new bbl & a cartridge block. I do have to ask - what is the practical difference btwn the .308 Mini-G and the 16.25" M1A? One loads on 8 round en blocs, the other on 5 round strippers or 5-50 round mags? The sights are the same, the gas systems are about the same length, they take the same brands of front mounting optics handguards. One is a modification of a historic rifle no longer in production, one is a modification of a current production reproduction of the descendant of that historic rifle, also no longer in production. https://files.springfield-armory.com/wp-content/uploads/AA9622_L-scaled.jpg I guess you get a bayonet lug w/ the Mini-G, which you don't on the short M1A. In my case, I went with a Mini-G because my job has offices all over the country, and I might have to go live for a while in some shitty state like CA until I can transfer back to the free world. And a Garand based rifle is more palatable for a lot of those shitty states. And selected .308 because .30-06 is more expensive, and I want to actually shoot my stuff. I actually consolidated away from .30-06, so the logistic benefit was easy. That and I didn't want to pay for another magazine pattern in capacities that might get neutered due to an AWB or where I have to live for work. Otherwise, the Tanker M1A is considerably cheaper and easier. (But the "Scout" would be better to mount a modern optic). The fact that my Mini-G basically just "rescued" an otherwise non-pristine rifle and gets it shooting again, is just gravy. Better it gets out and used, than for it to sit untouched in a closet or ignored in some collection. Their "SOCOM" 16 has the same forward rail as their Scout 18", which is similar to the available options for a forward rail on the Mini-G. I know Washington state banned the SKS. Did they ban the Garand as well? ETA: They banned the SKS & the M-1A, not the Garand, though the Garand might have to have the upper handguard removed. Lol, looks like the KelTec RDB Hunter is GTG, as of course is the Mini-14, although the upper handguard might have to be taken off. |
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Posted: 5/12/2023 7:10:49 PM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By backbencher: .308 is far more available on store shelves today, even if .30-06 has more capability. 6.5 Creed is a lot more available in the US than 6.5 Swede and requires less work to adapt, all you need is a new bbl & a cartridge block. I do have to ask - what is the practical difference btwn the .308 Mini-G and the 16.25" M1A? One loads on 8 round en blocs, the other on 5 round strippers or 5-50 round mags? The sights are the same, the gas systems are about the same length, they take the same brands of front mounting optics handguards. One is a modification of a historic rifle no longer in production, one is a modification of a current production reproduction of the descendant of that historic rifle, also no longer in production. https://files.springfield-armory.com/wp-content/uploads/AA9622_L-scaled.jpg I guess you get a bayonet lug w/ the Mini-G, which you don't on the short M1A. As others have noted, the M1 is legal in pretty much all states |
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GA, USA
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Posted: 5/18/2023 4:59:12 PM EST
[#25]
I finally got my G back today, looks even better than I remembered! Only some tiny pits under the receiver near the back. The stock was of course bone dry, but I got the first coat of BLO on it this afternoon. I got a few picks, but they're crappy. I'll try to take some more in better sun when I get it back together. I can't get picks posted, but I'll be happy to forward them to anyone who wants to see it. Personally, I think it's hard to go wrong with this set up, with or without an optic. And it's not permanently modified, you can convert it back to original pretty easily. But Oh man does it handle like a dream....
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GA, USA
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Posted: 6/8/2023 8:04:29 PM EST
[#26]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Quake_Guy: I had to have my front sight welded to build it up as couldn't get a decent zero with rear sight at 100 yards. Anyone else? There's a way to trim down the bottom of the rear aperture, if you do a search, I believe there's pics of how to do it. You basically shorten the bottom of the post so it seats deeper. I'm pretty sure Tim would trim it down for you if he built your rifle. |
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Posted: 6/12/2023 2:02:50 PM EST
[#27]
I’m very strongly considering the Mini G conversion.
Also thinking the M14 magazine option while Tim has it. Anyone have the Mini G with magazine? Thanks. |
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Posted: 6/12/2023 2:29:23 PM EST
[#28]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By sgtgeo: I’m very strongly considering the Mini G conversion. Also thinking the M14 magazine option while Tim has it. Anyone have the Mini G with magazine? Thanks. If you're gonna do that, why not a Springfield M1A w/ 16" bbl? |
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Posted: 6/12/2023 2:53:31 PM EST
[#29]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By backbencher: If you're gonna do that, why not a Springfield M1A w/ 16" bbl? Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By backbencher: Originally Posted By sgtgeo: I’m very strongly considering the Mini G conversion. Also thinking the M14 magazine option while Tim has it. Anyone have the Mini G with magazine? Thanks. If you're gonna do that, why not a Springfield M1A w/ 16" bbl? Agreed |
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Posted: 6/13/2023 11:22:11 PM EST
[#30]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By backbencher: If you're gonna do that, why not a Springfield M1A w/ 16" bbl? The M1A is banned by name in some states. |
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Posted: 6/13/2023 11:32:57 PM EST
[#31]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By vellnueve: The M1A is banned by name in some states. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By vellnueve: Originally Posted By backbencher: If you're gonna do that, why not a Springfield M1A w/ 16" bbl? The M1A is banned by name in some states. Yep, Washington. The fella asking was in North Carolina. |
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Posted: 6/14/2023 7:59:42 PM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By backbencher: Yep, Washington. The fella asking was in North Carolina. There’s other places it’s also banned. Just because his profile says NC doesn’t mean he lives/still lives there. I have no idea what mine says but it’s probably wrong |
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Posted: 6/14/2023 8:01:15 PM EST
[#33]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 03RN: Agreed Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 03RN: Originally Posted By backbencher: Originally Posted By sgtgeo: I’m very strongly considering the Mini G conversion. Also thinking the M14 magazine option while Tim has it. Anyone have the Mini G with magazine? Thanks. If you're gonna do that, why not a Springfield M1A w/ 16" bbl? Agreed More interesting. Anyone can buy a SOCOM 16  |
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Posted: 6/14/2023 10:25:44 PM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By sgtgeo: More interesting. Anyone can buy a SOCOM 16 Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By sgtgeo: Originally Posted By 03RN: Originally Posted By backbencher: Originally Posted By sgtgeo: I’m very strongly considering the Mini G conversion. Also thinking the M14 magazine option while Tim has it. Anyone have the Mini G with magazine? Thanks. If you're gonna do that, why not a Springfield M1A w/ 16" bbl? Agreed More interesting. Anyone can buy a SOCOM 16 Anyone can fix a SOCOM 16 too. |
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Posted: 6/15/2023 7:28:12 AM EST
[#35]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By sgtgeo: More interesting. Anyone can buy a SOCOM 16 Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By sgtgeo: Originally Posted By 03RN: Originally Posted By backbencher: Originally Posted By sgtgeo: I’m very strongly considering the Mini G conversion. Also thinking the M14 magazine option while Tim has it. Anyone have the Mini G with magazine? Thanks. If you're gonna do that, why not a Springfield M1A w/ 16" bbl? Agreed More interesting. Anyone can buy a SOCOM 16 Anyone can buy a M1 and send it out |
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Posted: 6/15/2023 9:42:29 PM EST
[Last Edit: Seven-Shooter]
[#36]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By vellnueve: The M1A is banned by name in some states. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By vellnueve: Originally Posted By backbencher: If you're gonna do that, why not a Springfield M1A w/ 16" bbl? The M1A is banned by name in some states.  ETA: but seeing OP's rifle makes me want to do another one just like his  |
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Posted: 6/18/2023 4:22:25 AM EST
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If I make another trip to the south store in going to pick out a diner rifle for a mini g
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FL, USA
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Posted: 6/18/2023 7:41:35 AM EST
[#38]
I have a cmp special in 308 also have cmp Winchester in 06 . I find the mini g very interesting, but I don’t know if I could stand having that 308 special cut down . I have a hard decision to make .
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Posted: 8/13/2023 4:47:39 PM EST
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By alexfiggy: I have a cmp special in 308 also have cmp Winchester in 06 . I find the mini g very interesting, but I don't know if I could stand having that 308 special cut down . I have a hard decision to make . That was my original plan for my expert .308 but likewise I don't know if I can bring myself to have such a nice rifle chopped up. I think it's 600 bucks anyways, that price on top of the 1100 rifle puts it in the ballpark of a M1A tanker. Shopping for one of those now
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TX, USA
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Posted: 8/14/2023 2:19:25 PM EST
[#40]
That NFR cartouche and big back porch threw me for a loop until I read it was a Boyds stock.
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