I gave my dad one of these for Christmas brand new about 15 years ago with a copy of The Rifleman’s Creed as the Christmas Card. He used the M14 in the USMC from 64-67. After unwrapping it, he proceeded to field strip it sitting on the sofa in front of the Christmas tree from memory after 40 years.
@CplSkiUSMC2 жыл бұрын
The Rifleman's Creed: "This is my rifle, this is my gun. This one's for fighting, this one's for fun." Hah! Just kidding. We had to memorize the Rifleman's Creed in boot camp. "This is my rifle. There are many like it, but this one is mine..." You never realize the true meaning of it until you find yourself in combat and that rifle truly is your life. After I got out, for years my dad (amongst others) could never understand why I had to have my rifle (civilian M1A type) leaning on the wall right next to my bed in order to sleep. To this day I still need a weapon at my side to sleep but I have a much wider variety to choose from.
@m118lr2 жыл бұрын
@@CplSkiUSMC ...understood! “Thank you for your Service!”
@m118lr2 жыл бұрын
Your Dad HAD to be just stoked!...And VERY thankful!
@MD-mm1zv2 жыл бұрын
That's pretty cool. They learn 'em well.
@bobbysusenbach96872 жыл бұрын
I gave my Dad, a 7th Inf Korea Vet, a CMP Garand for Christmas and it brought him to tears. He said he had been reunited with one of his best friends on that day, a friend that saved his life on many occasions. I was amazed at how fast and fluent the old fellow broke the gun down without any reference after all that time away.. God bless you for giving your Dad that special moment in his life.
@mattroberto52422 жыл бұрын
Been wanting one for years, just bought one today. I went into the local gun shop for a couple. Boxes of .45 and walked out with an M1A and 100 rnds of .308, God bless America! Thanks for the video sir.
@gregusmc2868 Жыл бұрын
Isn’t that how it always goes?! I walked into my local gun shop to just LOOK a some big safes and walked out with a Sig P365 Spectre Comp and 300 rounds of 115 grain JHP 9mm! 😂. Congrats on the M1A. I have a NM and absolutely love mine. (I love ARs, don’t get me wrong, but after 4-years humping an M-60 around, if I had to turn the house into the Alamo, I’ll take the 7.62 over 5.56 any doggone day!) 🫡👍🏼
@AshtonCurtis-sn8ms5 ай бұрын
Super. I joined the Army in 1967 and trained with the m14. Loved it. Had an m16 in Viet Nam and really never had a problem, but I would rather have had an m14. Used a 308 as a kid deer hunting so it was very familiar. I'd have an m1a now if I wasn't so old
@clyderokke54093 ай бұрын
I hope you didn't fire the 308 in your M1A, the chamber pressures are 60,000 ppsg in. This is 10.00 psi over what is recommended.
@elviso68Ай бұрын
@@clyderokke5409 whats wrong with 308 winchester? Im using 308 winchester from Sellier and Bellot and it is ok
@TheLarkite2 жыл бұрын
You sir, are a national treasure. God bless.
@jander98202 жыл бұрын
I'll second that.
@dangerousfreedom49652 жыл бұрын
I’ll third that!
@loganfloyd5032 жыл бұрын
Fourth it
@joegschwind4312 жыл бұрын
I agree, Hokahey.
@AF-mv8hq2 жыл бұрын
Best iron sights ever devised!
@mtwolf13a2 ай бұрын
Same as the M-1
@frankmarshall15192 жыл бұрын
Great M14/M1A rifle. I have been shooting them for 45 years now and I have always loved their accuracy and performance in service rifle competition at 200, 300, and 600 yards. I won my Distinguished Rifleman badge with one so I will always have a soft spot for these great rifles!
@daveanddanniejacobs9432 Жыл бұрын
Sir I have come to love you like an Uncle I never had. Love watching your vids your wisdom is that of an accomplished history professor with a real world way of communicating with your listeners. Thank you so much. P.S. Watching you open that M1A Was alot like watching a 9 year old me opening my Daisy red rider back in 1979. The excitement in you is so fun to watch. You put a very big smile on my face.
@philippiscatella78162 жыл бұрын
Great rifle, when I enlisted into the US Army in March 1968, basic training in Fort Jackson SC (Tank Hill), we trained with the M14. It was a great battle rifle. Didn’t see an M16 until I attended ARVIN training at Fort Dix before leaving for Vietnam in February 1969. Love your videos keep up the great work and, “Welcome Home”.
@GunBlue4902 жыл бұрын
Welcome home to you. I was at Ft. Jackson in Feb. 69.
@allenbragunier77913 ай бұрын
I love to have one but Maryland won't let you because they say it is asaut weapon assholes
@This_is_my_real_name2 жыл бұрын
I always wanted a Garand, since before they started making these "civilian" M14 rifles. But, my health (and finances, which by some strange coincidence nosedived along with my health) never permitted such a luxury. It didn't help that finding a "local" CMP club was problematic. Oh, well, I'm an _old_ fart now, haven't been shooting for well over a decade, and with my neck held together by a mess of fused bones and titanium plates and screws, I don't think I'd be able to absorb recoil as effortlessly as I did forty+ years ago. Being able to watch you enjoying _your_ new rifle does give a measure of vicarious enjoyment, so I can't complain _that_ much. Congratulations on giving yourself a well-earned gift like that!
@m118lr2 жыл бұрын
...SO sorry to hear about your health issues, seriously. I hope, and Pray..things improve for you!
@hart64ghs2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful rifle, the brand new H & R I took to Vietnam looked just like that except it was select fire. Nov. 1965 Ft Polk LA.; Several of us were sent to a two day armorer class all about the M14, we then instructed the rest of the training company on the us and care of the M14. I fired second in the company for qualification. 54yrs after leaving Vietnam I still want one of these, I do have a couple M1 Garands. To quote Bob Hope "Thanks for the memories", maybe I'll trade off a few other guns and get one yet.
@MrBill-mq7ti2 жыл бұрын
These rifles look more like a peice of art, than a battle implement. Great peice of history, enjoy.
@scottydavis18132 жыл бұрын
My favorite rifle of all time. I have acquired all models except the “tanker” model that was recently released. I think the loaded model in a walnut stock is my favorite but the scout squad sure is handy. Thanks for sharing.
@Freedmevr45 Жыл бұрын
What do you think of the 18" scout platform?
@scottydavis1813 Жыл бұрын
@@Freedmevr45 the 18” Scout Squad is the perfect balance in my opinion. I think it is a little long for a truck gun but I hunt with my Scout and such. They are not tack drivers but can be a 2.5 MOA gun all day long
@mrdinme.47682 жыл бұрын
The look on your face at the end there, when you were thinking about shooting it, priceless! Good luck with it, many years of shooting to look forward to with it! Blessings sir, give Benny a pat!
@drivesideways65502 жыл бұрын
Beautiful rifle , I loved how your eyes lit up as you said, "Lets step over to the bench and I'll show you what I got." Best of luck with it.
@jakemcguire53582 жыл бұрын
I just got a scout model M1A and I absolutely love it
@tomschumacher54342 жыл бұрын
I bought one this year as well and everyone talks crap about them until they seen it at the range, then they can’t wait to get their hand on it. Real blast to shoot
@madmullets2 жыл бұрын
Grew up shooting a Nat match version and still have it in the gun safe. The one we have has a M-14 stock on it when my dad bought it thure the Nat Match program. I love the system so much years ago I found a used Socom cqb at a gun shop. I didn't even ask the shop owner how much he wanted for it just handed him a Bank card and he handed me the paperwork. Took off the cheap scout style scope the last owner had on it and sited in the irons. Some of the best sites ever put on a rifle if you ask me. They truly are built to last. Id take my M1a's over a AR 15 any day. You and Benny have a great day and a safe and bountiful hunting season this fall.
@majorlee762512 жыл бұрын
There is nothing like inspecting a brand new rifle or any firearm. I bought my M1a in 1998 and still have it. I think you will be very pleased with it on the range.😀
@seanoneil2772 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir. I enjoyed seeing your smiling face and hearing the excitement in your voice as you walked us through this new rifle. I hope you make & present to us a range video with you shooting this rifle. Blessings to you & your family, including Benny.
@johnwaters86402 жыл бұрын
Congratulations Sir! It's always a pleasure to see someone who's really excited about their purchase, especially when it's a rifle as fine as this one. Thanks for sharing the excitement with us!
@anthonyluisi70962 жыл бұрын
Gotta tell ya ! The smile you cracked was infectious as you said let’s take a look 👏👏👏👏👏👏🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌makes me want to go out and buy an M1A
@chriss19112 жыл бұрын
Happy for you! M1As are great rifles.
@paulsimmons57262 жыл бұрын
I've been thinking about one of these for years, back to when a standard walnut model like yours could be found for under a grand, probably should've bought it then. This video has reignited that desire. At least 308 ammo is making a comeback on the shelves. Congrats, Sir, on your rifle!
@asuarezjd Жыл бұрын
Go for it! I don't even care about my AR-15 anymore. There is something about the blued and wood that plastic and aluminum cannot suffice. And, this one and the Mini-14 are my favorites, they just flow like an extension of my arm. I am a veteran and only shot the M16 and later a Beretta after officer school in the military. Yet, my father always (veteran also) talked about the two loves of his life, my mother and his military M1 Garand action rifle. So, I now understand why! there is some dignity in them that I just feel proud.
@stevecochran26772 жыл бұрын
Beautiful stock, I love it. I only want for two more guns, a m14 and a BAR . I probably never get a BAR but most likely will have a m14 (m1a)
@bradhensley74612 жыл бұрын
Excellent presentation. My grandfather used the M1, dad the M14 and uncles M16.
@stephenedwards50382 жыл бұрын
So glad to see you! Always love your appreciation for all things noble and True, material and spiritual!
@joshsanford9832 жыл бұрын
I have an M1A scout with a walnut scout. Love it! FYI the bolt and op rod are supposed to be greased for lubrication not CLP.
@MrM2hb2 жыл бұрын
Congratulations on your new rifle. I love the feel of wood and steel.
@cgarrand782 жыл бұрын
I was watching some of your older videos when this popped up,perfect timing.Your videos are all great and I always learn something.Thank you!
@garagemetalshop7975 Жыл бұрын
Love your videos, brother. Nobody gives the M14/M1A the rich treatment like you do. Would like to see Bennie make another appearance in the near future too!
@dutchjennings17052 жыл бұрын
Have fun with your new purchase and thanks for the great vid. I purchased one of these new in late 2019 after waiting many years as well. Only I've never shot it yet due to wanting to conserve all the ammo I could during the COVID19 ammo shortage. But .308 ammo prices are coming down down a bit again, so I can order a shipment. I look forward to getting this baby to the range to sight it in and enjoying a good test firing. I'm expecting it to be pretty accurate. I have many rifles but I'm sure this will be one I'll never part with. Some people really talk these M1As down, but I sold my AR-10 to help fund this purchase and I've got no regrets about it at all.
@timouellette58652 жыл бұрын
Great video. I bought my first SA M1A in 1989, and of course like an idiot I sold it a couple years later. Two years ago I finally decided to get another one. I have always enjoyed Springfield Armorys product, and always found them to be tackdrivers. Thank goodness SA has continued with the M1A line for all these years, and kept the quality high. Eagle industries use tomato a very nice weapon bag that mounted to the stock for raising check weld for scope use. Again thanks for sharing your new treasure!
@charlesharper72922 жыл бұрын
Recently purchased a Tanker version from S/A. Enjoying it very much. Thank you for the video.
@Simon-talks Жыл бұрын
Oh boy, I just brought my brand new M1A Standard Walnut home today and man she is a beauty! I'm so excited!
@ryanwalker35092 жыл бұрын
Being genuinely happy to own that gun shows. It's different than other guns and I appreciate it substantially more. It's beauty and function. That's why it's my favorite firearm.
@davidcruz86672 жыл бұрын
I'm very glad and happy for you that you finally rectified that situation. My accurized M1A is my favorite rifle and I wouldn't trade it for the world. One thing though, during disassembly, you should also know how to remove the gas plug and gas piston, to clean carbon from them, using either an M14 combination tool or a 3/8" box wrench. As for the bolt, it is really not difficult to disassemble and reassemble using a 30-06 casing and starting with the bolt still in the receiver, you rarely need to do this but it's a good skill if you're paying attention and you're careful. Requires the use of a punch. I do recommend you replace the stamped steel spring guide with a National Match round profile guide, it keeps the recoil spring from binding and the action will operate a lot smoother.
@jasonrottlaender17212 жыл бұрын
When I bought my m1a loaded they had a promotion for 3 free magazines. Might want to see if they still have it. Very fun gun had my friends 13 year old hitting milk jugs at 500yrds with it.
@Jerry-dk8se2 жыл бұрын
Christmas came early! I'm envious of your newest acquisition, and looking forward to seeing you get some rounds downrange. It's been 45 years since I had the opportunity to shoot the M14. The unit that I belonged to in the Army has quite an array of Weaponry, and I picked up the M14 every chance I could. I understand the military's reasoning for replacing the M14 for the M16, but the M14 was still quite a rifle!
@chdnorm2 жыл бұрын
I purchased a walnut version about six months ago. I put an ultimax rail and Burris 2-7x scout scope. Ive tried over the years mounting different scopes to different M1As. I finally found a setup that doesn’t ruin the cheek weld and natural Model 12 style handling characteristics. Also, I purchased ten of the checkmate 20rd magazines. I’ve only run three cycles thru each mag (600 rounds total) but have had 100% reliability out of them, so far.
@MD-mm1zv2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful. The M1A just looks like it means business. It's on my list. And, I think I'll do the standard (instead of the other grades) just like you did. I just wished you'd have cleaned it with us. Looking forward to shooting and sighting videos with it. Thanks, and congratulations!
@tylarhaugan79082 жыл бұрын
A 16 inch one with a surefire warcomp with light and redot its a handy rifle for defending the property with
@arshooter12 жыл бұрын
I shot an accurized M1A in competition for years and then made the change to the AR. I am certified, National Guard, as an armorer for the M14/M1A. Great rifle to work with. Semper Fi.
@Haik-to-the-o2 жыл бұрын
I just bought a tanker M1A, and I love it.
@whiskeyriver43222 жыл бұрын
Congratulations!!! I was able to shoot the old M14's and M21's on occasion while stationed in Germany back in the 90's (yes, some arms rooms still had them). I bought my match grade M1A three years ago, and added a scope last year. She is a gorgeous, reliable, tack-driving masterpiece. Best of luck with her. I've had great success with Federal Premium Gold Medal, Sierra Match King 168gr prior to the government-prompted ammo shortage (prices are crazy now). Scarce availability of primers has slowed down reloading, but I have enough on-hand to last a while; closely replicating my results with 42gr of IMR4064 using the same Sierra bullet. I downloaded the old 25yd/250yd military zero targets off the internet that work great to get started.
@craigmiller89022 жыл бұрын
I loved that rifle in USMC 1967. It operated flawlessly. Would love to have one now but I worry about the rifle being banned. This was an outstanding video, as always. Thanks!
@outerlimitz672 жыл бұрын
That is why God made dirt to hide things in. Americans should Not fear their Government, The Government should fear its people.
@jimmarcum73622 жыл бұрын
My father who was a WWII Marine veteran always talked about his Springfield M1 Garand and how it was great battle rifle. I thought they weren't as cool as a M1 carbine with the detachable magazine. We had these discussions when I was still in grammar school. He had a chance to buy a pristine CMP carbine for 75 bucks back in 1966, he passed on it. A couple years later, I got to shoot a M14, still in grammar school. I was hooked , I still remember the smell of the linseed oiled stock and the gunpowder smoke in the air. I had remembered the H&R brochure I had seen 4 or 5 years earlier showing that H&R had got a military contract and was making M14.s for the government. Years later as an adult, I saved up some money and got an M1A, it mostly had new military parts. I still have that rifle today. I bought two M14 parts kits and built them on forged billet receivers just for the fun of it. Great rifles that are tack drivers.
@joace85752 жыл бұрын
Got the Scout Squad about 5 yrs ago, and watching your review makes me so happy I own this piece of Americana. Thank you for the video and for your service to this Amazing County!
@LUVDOGS19542 жыл бұрын
Best M1A video ever...very educational, only way to improve is to add some Benny!
@rationalmind63622 жыл бұрын
Congratulations on the acquisition. Beautiful rifle. 👍🙂
@dougmittleberger88022 жыл бұрын
Trained with the 14 in 69, finally purchased my M1 garand a couple years ago and had the chance to get a M1a1 scout last year love them both enjoy, God bless you love to watch your videos
@paststeve12 жыл бұрын
Great video Gun Blue! I noticed your barely concealed inability to stop smiling as you handled your weapon. I cannot wait to see you grinning your way through some range video! I have a little box of cash in my gun safe where I stash my WDK, (Wife Doesn't Know), money earned doing restoration and minor repair work on firearms for friends. When it gets full enough, I'll use it to get the next addition to my collection. The M1A is actually next on my list. Thanks GB, and keep grinning! Grace & Peace.
@tommysmith59052 жыл бұрын
I would like to say I find these videos to be very informative more so than most KZfaq videos out there. Thanks for what you do keep up the great work.
@Oldhogleg2 жыл бұрын
I've always used the leather 1907 sling on both of my M1's and M1A's for shooting CMP Matches, but I also like and have the M1 web sling too.
@fdhicks692 жыл бұрын
The 1907 sling is too short (47”) for prone. Use a Ron Brown or Turner in the appropriate length for your size.
@MrRebTyree2 жыл бұрын
Good Morning Sir, Congratulations to you on your purchase of "The Last True American Wood & Steel Warrior!!!" The M1 Garand and M14/M1A are truly works of art!!! I had the opportunity to use the M14 on active duty in the Navy, while standing "Shark Watch" for swim call. I was one of a few sailors on my ship that were qualified to use the rifle. After I completed my hitch in the Navy I went Army and Also qualified with the M14. I have always preferred the M14 or the M16/M4, the sights were better on the M14/M1A. I own a Springfield Standard grade M1A, since the early 80's. My M1A was built with several GI parts, such as the GI TRW barrel, etc. I have upgraded several parts on my rifle and it's a shooter!!! Looking forward to your next video on your M1A!!! Well done Sir!!! Enjoyed your video!!! Stay Safe and God Bless!!!
@russellmiller2122 жыл бұрын
I've had the privilege of earning my double distinguished expert badge and was on my way to High Master after about 22,000 rounds of for record and practice rounds with DCM (CMP) issue guns and several M1A Super Match rifles. It should be noted that my first DCM rifle was an M1 in 30-06 and while becoming an active competitor for the State and the Guard, an M1 with a 308 (small base 7.62×51) chamber sleeve. All rifles used in National Match Competitive events afterward were privately purchased. My shooting career reached its apex during All Guard tryouts in Pheonix Arizona May 1992. I'm proud to have performed to within the standards acceptable for membership in the All Guard team. Ironically, 15 years in the regular Army didn't see shooting on any teams, but much pistol shooting, my first Sauer 202 and Deutsche WBK. Almost even got the Jagdtschein. That was the only other time I signed for an issue rifle..which held under .50 m.o.a. at 600 yards. I only had one privately owned rifle I knew held that good. In fact, skill level reached a point that when my X count was low, that is how I knew my barrels were reaching their precision service life..usually between 3,500 and 5,000 rounds at the most. Douglas XX air guaged, 1:10 twist heavy match barrels, glassed and lugged action, thick or thin wal-nut MIL- SPEC stocks or thick fiberglass stocks. 'Figure 8 gas operating system' // there were the National Match sites and all else IAW MIL-SPEC excluding the weight which was obviously much heavier than the standard M14 rifle.
@RickNethery2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful rifle sir. Glad you're enjoying good health and enjoying you new firearm. God bless
@patmancrowley85092 жыл бұрын
Springs. "Stored Energy." Always good to use eye protection for the small stuff and other safety accutraments for the larger "Stored Energy Devices" like garage door springs etc.
@TonySven2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much sir for your beautiful explanatory videos! As always they are very interesting and educational. Each video is like being in an academic classroom. God bless you!
@WoodlandsArchive2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. I have had a keen eye on this rifle for a long time. This is nice! Especially as I like your delivery, you are doing us all a great sevice.
@usptact2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic video! Really love how you show everything step by step and drop in an extra explanation here and there! Great camera and light work too!
@keithcox33502 жыл бұрын
Congratulations! I know you'll enjoy this wonderful rifle.
@richardreiter668 ай бұрын
Great rifle, I repaired a lot of them as I was in a ordinance shop in 1964 -1966.
@earl90352 жыл бұрын
Congratulations glad to see a new gun put a smile on your face. I have been watching your reloading videos recently, very informative, clear and in depth, thank you.
@dr.killjoy292 жыл бұрын
Yep 👍, that’s a sweet rifle!! I bought one about a year ago and I love it. I swapped out the flashhider for the one that has the lug. I loved this rifle so much I bought the mini 14 also.
@gordielachance26592 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing. You just helped me decide on my Christmas present 🎁! Enjoy 😊.
@sierrabravo92282 жыл бұрын
congratulations on the nice pick up sir! that is a beautiful piece of history! Thank you for sharing, God bless
@nickp8622 жыл бұрын
A fine rifle indeed! I own that model has served me well from range trips to hunting whitetail and took it to a fighting rifle class. I wouldn't expect it to shoot MOA at 100 as she sits. Before sending it off to Ron Smith at Smith enterprise in AZ. It would group 1.5 to 2 moa after Ron worked his magic its a 1 MOA rifle all day long.
@R2812 жыл бұрын
2 MOA is good enough in my opinion, but I'm glad you got something even better.
@nickp8622 жыл бұрын
@@R281 i agree 2 MOA is more than good enough for a battle rifle. I wanted it to shoot better for hunting purposes.
@R2812 жыл бұрын
@@nickp862 Wow, I didn't even think about hunting with one. Enjoy!
@nickp8622 жыл бұрын
@@R281 absolutely pick up a five round magazine. I personally use a basset machine scope mount and a Bradley cheek riser for hunting and load development. For just range fun I use the iron sights.
@jeffpittman87252 жыл бұрын
Fantastic content as always. Many people missing this quality and are criminally misinformed. Thank you!
@stephenbehl91783 ай бұрын
Original m14,,,105.00 Had mine in boot camp 1965 thru Vietnam 1966-67. Loved it especially after I had a scope attached . Never let me down. Rain or shine. Mud or monsoon
@deniseandmarkfirestine74432 жыл бұрын
I have the scout model my absolutely favorite rifle and soft shooting. And extremely accurate
@bryy20532 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. As ive gotten more and more into firearms, this has become one of my "bucket list" guns and its fun to see you enjoy and explain getting one of your own. Plus, your style of presentation is right up my ally.
@14goldmedals2 жыл бұрын
GunBlue490 you can grease the roller bearing easily. Take a 45ACP fired case and fill it almost full with the grease you've chosen. I use a white engine assembly grease. Take the 95% filled 45ACP case, no air pockets in it, and slip it over the roller. It presses the grease completely through the bearings in the roller.
@loveoldcarsguy2 жыл бұрын
Qualified as a marksman at Fort Leonardwood in 1967 with my 14. Just an amazing weapon, 100 yds was nothing. Had mine apart a few times too! Wish I could buy one here in sunny Commyfornia….
@davidcruz86672 жыл бұрын
I bought mine in California. My only bitch was that they come with a compensator instead of a proper flash suppressor, which also works as a compensator/muzzle brake, by the way. Everything else I did myself, from a National Match recoil spring guide to a unitized gas block and all the other stuff. Great rifle.
@jakerobinson40202 жыл бұрын
That's a fantastic rifle. I'd love to have one some day. Thanks for sharing
@michaelcollins55292 жыл бұрын
Best firearms enthusiast channel on KZfaq. You sir, are a walking encyclopedia. Thanks for sharing your detailed knowledge on firearms and cartridges. For an old guy like me, I enjoy learning the inner working and ballistic information more than just seeing ammo wasted on watermelons and soda bottles… The M1A has always been on my bucket list. I own a very nice M1 Garand and a M1 Carbine as well as a Mini-14. This will be a great addition to my “rotating bolt” collection. Your video just sealed the deal for me. Please give Benny a pat on the head for me. God bless you sir.
@garrettforchrist27002 жыл бұрын
Nice rifle! I've never seen an m14 taken apart before!🇺🇸✝🇺🇸
@richardweinberger27562 жыл бұрын
We are blessed to see such a happy man.
@kolschesky2 жыл бұрын
Great presentation! Hope you enjoy your purchase. Someday, I would really enjoy watching the takedown and reassembly of a Ruger #1 rifle.
@asuarezjd Жыл бұрын
I am a veteran and shot the M16 in the military, never had a chance to shoot any of the mighty gorgeous ones of previous eras, like my late father, also a veteran, who loved the Garand action. Yet, I now have an M1A and a Mini-14 and to be honest, I absolutely LOVE THEM! There is something about the blued and wood that the plastic aluminum and leather cannot suffice....I don't even remember I own an AR-15 And, I have a DDM4v7 but I would not care selling it tomorrow. Nonetheless, there is something about that Garand action that brings dignity to a soldier...just like buildings, we always visit and admire those from back in the day that were built to shelter but also to be beautiful. I feel the M1A and the Mini-14 to act like an extension of my arm, and somehow it flows...
@dbriggs1689 Жыл бұрын
Great video thank you for all the great information. I just recently pick up my own M1A yesterday after about 10 years of eyeing them.
@davidschaadt3460 Жыл бұрын
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@brucemacintosh55922 ай бұрын
Every friend I know that went to Vietnam before 1969 got to fire an M14. It was a long range battle rifle & the reason being the d eyes could tell who were good shots and who were very good shots and might want to join a sniper team. Every friend to a man said they love the M14 for its accuracy not so much the way😮. I didn't get in country untill 1970. I subscribe and love your KZfaq channel it's so very very informative. Mac.😂 17:28 I bought an M1A one in 1985 and pleasantly surprised to notice that the parts were made by TRW how Sweet it is.
@raymondpetracca6208 Жыл бұрын
The eloquence of Your instruction is great Sir, it makes us feel very comfortable!Thank You Sir, a pleasure learning from your instruction. 👍👌😉
@Lorddavian02 жыл бұрын
Very nice! I recently got myself a Bula Defense M21 with an inbuilt scope mount (and it's grooved so I can use iron sights if needed!). Love it, it's easily my favorite rifle. Thanks for sharing!
@ireckon41932 жыл бұрын
I started out building ARs a few years ago then began a fascination with the AK platform. I’ve now acquired my first M1A after whetting my appetite with the Ruger mini 14/30, I got the same model as yours but the loaded version, and have my eye on the Scout Squad model. I have to say, I’m most excited about the M1A/M14/M1 Garand platform. It’s so solid and reliable, and the history, heritage and workmanship is outstanding. I feel like I’m in on a closely-held secret that’s on the verge of going public at any moment. Hope you have many years of fun with yours.
@crashoverride48812 жыл бұрын
I love the M14. I have one built back in 1973. It is a national match. But it is a Devine, Texas built weapon. By Elmer Ballance.
@davidschaadt34602 жыл бұрын
That's a real high dollar collector item!!!
@Thatguy-2083 Жыл бұрын
From one Army veteran to another That Was one of the best no BS tutorial On that weapon System that I've seen yet Stay on target Brother Somebody's got to teach the younger generation how to do things... Best wish
@Omhra2 жыл бұрын
I picked up that very model last month. Except for the muzzle piece.. mine has to have the polka dots.. California... yeah, well.. I got it in 308 and it is a pleasure to shoot. I am glad you got one, and I cannot wait to see the science you will hand down about it. Thank you for all the lessons.
@123erinnc62 жыл бұрын
I’m in Commifornia as well. What makes this California illegal?
@ClickKlack432 жыл бұрын
I’m in NY. I had to get the flash hider removed and a new “featureless” thing welded on. Bummer, but it’s still such a beautiful firearm. Even the idiot politicians couldn’t ruin it. Lol. Enjoy yours. Cheers.
@madmullets2 жыл бұрын
I have a SOCOM version and it came with the "polka dot" break. I had it replaced it with a surefire SOCOM Quick disconnect break so I could use it with my 30 cal Surefire can. Its silly that some states make you weld on never made sense to me.
@ClickKlack432 жыл бұрын
@@madmullets Yeah, it’s quite a clown world in which I’m a little jealous of your…threads. Lol. But here we are. I have the 16 too. Love it. Happy shooting brotha. Cheers.
@davidcruz86672 жыл бұрын
@@123erinnc6 mostly because the original device is a "flash suppressor". The word "suppressor" alone drives them batty, and it mostly refers to sound suppressors which are in the definition of items which make a firearm illegal in California. So Springfield fits rifles intended for sale in California with a special muzzle brake/compensator. It works, but it doesn't vent as much gas as the flash suppressor.
@m118lr2 жыл бұрын
WOULD NOT trade mine for anything (that I can think of anyway). A VERY accurate rifle WHEN new and even more accurate now..since ‘09. Set it up as a ‘nam DMR/sniper platform. My son, a Capt (USAF) already KNOWS he’s getting it too. Edited to add: Mine is the Standard model also. I added a Sadlak STEEL “Airborne” scope mount to it with an older Redfield 3 X 9 scope that I’ve used for deer hunting over the years. An “Eagle” cheek riser for the ‘perfect’ cheekweld. IF I were going to ‘change’ anything..it’d be a couple things: the sling studs on the handguard to accommodate a bipod (an accessory pic rail, etc). And the flash suppressor with a bayonet lug..just because. One’s fairly easy, the other not so much. The handguard isn’t “thick” enough IMO to go ‘cutting out’ for the extra metal to be inlaid for the correct depth for clearing the gas system. It’s do-able sure, but I’m NOT comfortable with doing unless some type of bedding is involved. As for the FS it’s just a matter of deciding whether or not I want the NM or the GI model...BOTH are available at Fulton Armory. It’s a FANTASTIC platform to be sure!
@Thearmedpainter2 жыл бұрын
10:40 one of the best sounds a gun enthusiast will ever hear. Lovely.
@david258762 жыл бұрын
Wow. Beautiful rifle. American ingenuity and craftsmanship at its best. So awesome. 🇺🇸
@chriscahill96712 жыл бұрын
Very nice I have owned 1 back in the day pre 1996 circa 1983 Winchester made refurbished in Israel new barrel love shooting it military rifle shoots
@JohnDoe-mt8rf2 жыл бұрын
I love my m1a standard! I tightened the gas system up,put a new military nm rear sight and hand stoned the rear sight to fit . I did a better job then Springfield did, it had to much wiggle in the rear sight. I put a original m14 big red stock on it. The trigger is awesome the way that it is ,great break. Put a gas nitrate piston in it. That rifle shoots freakin great! I don't know way some people don't like it maybe it's not tactical lol.
@GunBlue4902 жыл бұрын
I'll be doing a video on glass bedding the peep aperture for a fit that's tight and slick. It's about a 15 minute job. 🇺🇲
@JohnDoe-mt8rf2 жыл бұрын
@@GunBlue490 can't wait to see it!
@JohnDoe-mt8rf2 жыл бұрын
@@GunBlue490 thanks for the new video. I had to replace my whole rear sight . I ordered one from Garand Ammo it was a N.M sight , it took some work but it was worth it. The sight that it came with had alot of wiggle and the nip on the drum came right off and it didn't have the sound of positive clicks now you can realy hear the 1min positive clicks on my rear .
@kcscherer90512 жыл бұрын
Looong winded, no range time🙁. I waited until I was retired from the military for 15 years before I found the scratch 💸 to indulge in a M1A. Love mine.
@TheCoolProfessor2 ай бұрын
This is one of the finest guns anyone could own. It was so smooth I forgot I blew one of my toes off.
@alexkalish82882 жыл бұрын
Kinda looks like you have the Garand thumb - my friend - . We had many M-14's at Chu Chi but they were stashed out of sight lest the walk away. Beautiful rifle and unreal trigger - I am going to buy one just for the pleasure of looking at it. Well done My father was in the 24th ID from 1939-1945 and went from the 03 to the M1 right after Pearl Harbor. He could strip an M1 completely in a minute, blindfolded. .
@jonnporter60812 жыл бұрын
One of those rifles is working its way to the top of my wish list.
@Shamilt32 жыл бұрын
Springfield makes excellent weapons. I have a 1911 and a hellcat, both are great weapons. Ive been eyeballing these for a while.
@samadams9557 Жыл бұрын
Congratulations on a long overdue, fine relic of American history! Can’t imagine many more folks more deserving than you to own that beautiful rifle. I hope it’s been a joy for you. God bless
@speedracer3104 Жыл бұрын
What a pleasant, relaxing yet informative demonstration
@QuentinQuatermass Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this wonderful video! Just subscribed and looking forward to your other videos. Excellent operation and take down instruction and what a beautiful M1A you're got there. I'm hoping to pick up my own new M1A tomorrow. Right out of high school I qualified with the M14 in 1966 at Fort Bragg and it was my issued rifle most of my three year enlistment except for the M16A1 in Vietnam. I love both rifles and since they excel in different applications it's good to have both. I chose the Standard model with wood stock for the same reasons you did and because it is the closest configuration to the M14s I had over 50 years ago.
@GunBlue490 Жыл бұрын
Thank you and Welcome Home brother. Enjoy your new M1A. God bless.
@robertgaylord82632 жыл бұрын
I carried an M-14 in Vietnam and it never let me down. A wonderfully accurate, sturdy, easy to clean and reliable rifle.. I thought of buying one but at 80, the best I would do would be to shoot it now and again and leave it to my son. Thanks for the review, enjoyed your presentation.
@cjr42862 жыл бұрын
Excellent timing! I was just thinking about getting an M1A as a general purpose rifle, whenever I can afford it. I can't decide between a 22" and an 18.5" barrel, or whether to go with Springfield or Fulton. The design appeals to me because it is the most modern, traditional rifle. I look forward to listening to your thoughts.
@charlesharper72922 жыл бұрын
I looked for a scout squad 18" and nobody had one. I did find a Tanker 16" model. I am building an AR10 with a 20 " barrel. So the Tanker should fill the gap nicely. No regrets. This one is a keeper.