jmd62 Posted October 8, 2019 Share #1 Posted October 8, 2019 Hey guys, Ive finally gotten to the point where I want to invest in an M1 Garand or even an M1 Carbine if the Garand doesnt pan out. Im looking for a Garand with at least a WW2 era receiver, stock and possibly barrel. In short, mostly WW2? I wanted to ask if there are any suggestions on good dealers online. I guess the CMP is an option, but Id rather know what I am getting. Thanks! James Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexRdnec Posted October 8, 2019 Share #2 Posted October 8, 2019 the CMP is absolutely the best bang for the buck you're gonna find. go for a service grade and if you get a post war rifle you should be able to easily trade for a field grade wwii serial now, if you want things like lock bar sights, uncut op rods and the like, you'll either have to pay a bunch of money up front for an original rifle or you'll have to pay a bunch of money in spurts trying to track those parts down best source for all of the above is the cmp forums so it's pretty much a one stop shop Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bodes Posted October 8, 2019 Share #3 Posted October 8, 2019 Navybean just sold a nice garand for $1200.....Otherwise, I'd recommend talking to people you know and make them aware you're looking.....Always nice to see what you're buying....Bodes http://www.usmilitariaforum.com/forums/index.php?/topic/332611-fs-us-springfield-m-1-garand-riffle-sept-1944-dated/?hl=garand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmd62 Posted October 8, 2019 Author Share #4 Posted October 8, 2019 Thanks Bodes, I saw that one but was too late unfortunately. Great advice on asking around, thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmd62 Posted October 8, 2019 Author Share #5 Posted October 8, 2019 the CMP is absolutely the best bang for the buck you're gonna find. go for a service grade and if you get a post war rifle you should be able to easily trade for a field grade wwii serial now, if you want things like lock bar sights, uncut op rods and the like, you'll either have to pay a bunch of money up front for an original rifle or you'll have to pay a bunch of money in spurts trying to track those parts down best source for all of the above is the cmp forums so it's pretty much a one stop shop Thanks, I will certainly think that over, thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldfireguy Posted October 8, 2019 Share #6 Posted October 8, 2019 Where are you located? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmd62 Posted October 8, 2019 Author Share #7 Posted October 8, 2019 I’m in the People’s Republic of California ;D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldfireguy Posted October 8, 2019 Share #8 Posted October 8, 2019 I'm going to shoot you a PM. I have a few I'm thinking of selling. I'm just north of you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmd62 Posted October 8, 2019 Author Share #9 Posted October 8, 2019 Sounds great, thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic Posted October 8, 2019 Share #10 Posted October 8, 2019 the CMP is absolutely the best bang for the buck you're gonna find. go for a service grade and if you get a post war rifle you should be able to easily trade for a field grade wwii serial now, if you want things like lock bar sights, uncut op rods and the like, you'll either have to pay a bunch of money up front for an original rifle or you'll have to pay a bunch of money in spurts trying to track those parts down best source for all of the above is the cmp forums so it's pretty much a one stop shop TexRdnec pretty much nailed it with that response. The CMP is a great place to buy from and well worth the hoops you have to jump through to join. Also, the Garand Collectors Association (https://thegca.org/) is a great resource and joining the GCA checks one of the requirement boxes with the CMP. If you decide to go the CMP route, it might be worth adding a "sticky note" to your order asking for a WWII serial number. The CMP customer service is excellent and they do try to honor simple requests like that. If you are really set on a WWII Garand with all WWII parts, buying through a dealer or private party would be your best option though. It would be a major long shot getting something like that luck of the draw from the CMP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orlando Posted October 8, 2019 Share #11 Posted October 8, 2019 If you dont find what you are looking for I have something that would work for you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmd62 Posted October 8, 2019 Author Share #12 Posted October 8, 2019 TexRdnec pretty much nailed it with that response. The CMP is a great place to buy from and well worth the hoops you have to jump through to join. Also, the Garand Collectors Association (https://thegca.org/) is a great resource and joining the GCA checks one of the requirement boxes with the CMP. If you decide to go the CMP route, it might be worth adding a "sticky note" to your order asking for a WWII serial number. The CMP customer service is excellent and they do try to honor simple requests like that. If you are really set on a WWII Garand with all WWII parts, buying through a dealer or private party would be your best option though. It would be a major long shot getting something like that luck of the draw from the CMP. Thanks, I appreciate the response! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris_B Posted October 11, 2019 Share #13 Posted October 11, 2019 Check local Ordinances re: legality of the M1 rifle and carbine. They might be legal in the State but a city can still have an Ordinance. I've run into this in MA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmd62 Posted October 11, 2019 Author Share #14 Posted October 11, 2019 Good advice, thanks Chris! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldabewla Posted October 14, 2019 Share #15 Posted October 14, 2019 If your looking for correct WWII Garand make sure the stock, barrel and op rod is correct the hardest parts to find to make a M1 Garand correct is the correct stock, barrel and then uncut op rods. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmd62 Posted October 14, 2019 Author Share #16 Posted October 14, 2019 Thank you Sir! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speeder3 Posted October 15, 2019 Share #17 Posted October 15, 2019 My son recently received a M1 from the CMP. He added a note with his order requesting a WWII dated rifle if possible. They honored his request and sent him a wonderful Dec. 1942 dated Service grade rifle (throat 2, muzzle 1+), but with a new stock. That was not unexpected, though, as a majority of the M1's from the Philippines were infested and contaminated by asbestos run-off from a leaky roof. Even so, my son is ecstatic with his Garand. It's a beautiful piece of history. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZPhil Posted October 15, 2019 Share #18 Posted October 15, 2019 It has already been said , But I'll say it also CMP!! Best Bang for your Buck. You will not find a better deal unless you have a dear friend who wants to sell his cheap. CMP e-store is where you will want to start. There are some hoops to jump through but well worth it and not that hard. They are little hoops!!! The info given by speeder3 is not the first time I have heard of this happening. Check out the Civilian Marksmanship Program. They will mail it to your door!!!! Semper Fi Phil. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmd62 Posted October 15, 2019 Author Share #19 Posted October 15, 2019 My son recently received a M1 from the CMP. He added a note with his order requesting a WWII dated rifle if possible. They honored his request and sent him a wonderful Dec. 1942 dated Service grade rifle (throat 2, muzzle 1+), but with a new stock. That was not unexpected, though, as a majority of the M1's from the Philippines were infested and contaminated by asbestos run-off from a leaky roof. Even so, my son is ecstatic with his Garand. It's a beautiful piece of history. That's awesome, it sounds like they took good care of him : ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmd62 Posted October 15, 2019 Author Share #20 Posted October 15, 2019 It has already been said , But I'll say it also CMP!! Best Bang for your Buck. You will not find a better deal unless you have a dear friend who wants to sell his cheap. CMP e-store is where you will want to start. There are some hoops to jump through but well worth it and not that hard. They are little hoops!!! The info given by speeder3 is not the first time I have heard of this happening. Check out the Civilian Marksmanship Program. They will mail it to your door!!!! Semper Fi Phil. Thanks Phil! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray42 Posted October 16, 2019 Share #21 Posted October 16, 2019 Besides the CMP I have picked up most of my M1 garands and carbines at either gun shows or shops. There really is no substitute for being able to handle the gun before you buy it and it will sometimes surprise you what you can find out in the wild. It is also always worth looking on gunbroker.com, it is a great site with a lot of quality rifles popping up all the time and it is relatively easy to buy from and ship to your local gun shop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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