I'm going to be getting an M1 from the CMP and need some help deciding which grade to get. I'm thinking either the service grade or one of the special grade ones. I plan to mostly just shoot for fun and maybe stretch it out to 500 yard or so which is why I'm leaning more toward the special grade with the new production criterion barrels.
Any insight or opinions? Also, does anyone know or have seen the difference between the special grades listed? Looks like the cheaper ones haven't had all parts refinished but I'm not sure how much of a detriment this is and whether its worth the extra cost to get the fully refinished rifle.
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Any insight or opinions? Also, does anyone know or have seen the difference between the special grades listed? Looks like the cheaper ones haven't had all parts refinished but I'm not sure how much of a detriment this is and whether its worth the extra cost to get the fully refinished rifle.
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M1 Garand - Civilian Marksmanship Program
M1 Garand rifles sold by CMP are authentic U.S. Government rifles that have been thoroughly inspected, with a variety of available grades.
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