Explore our selection of springfield rifles for sale, as well as accessories, gun parts, optics, ammunition, and hunting gear. Ar15 solutions in rifle, pistol and sbr configurations. The term m1a is a proprietary title for springfield armorys m14pattern rifle. Nov 18, 20 the springfield armory socom ii is a real winner in my book, and i know it has sub moa accuracy there, if that front sight is replaced and thats easy to do. Springfield armory created the m1a as an improvement of the garand used during the korean war, making this tactical rifle a modern take on. Mar 22, 20 springfield armory m1a standard rifle this rifle is beast. Springfield ma4genam m1a 1 pc scope mount, picatinny, aluminum, black finish. Ideally, such a book would impart the tips, tricks, pitfalls and gotchas. The m1a tanker from springfield armory takes the classic m14 design and downsizes it into a really compact and powerful package. He said springfield armory makes the best rifles on the line they also make the worst. The original springfield armory, established in springfield, massachusetts, in 1777, was closed in 1968 and is now a national historic site maintained by the national park service. Sell your m1a national match for free today on gunsamerica. Formulated by using some of the very most robust and long lasting resources around, these magazines from springfield armory usa will present you with something that gives you many years of reliability. My experience with springfield armorys national match m1a.
Aug 28, 2015 the main reason it was connected to the sling was not to push it back against the shoulder which was part of its purpose but to increase the downward force on the bipod legs. Springfield armory, a commercial firm springfield armory, inc. If youre browsing for a great offer on the springfield armory magazine m1a 308 10 round, then you have found yourself in the right spot formulated by using some of the very most robust and long lasting resources around, these magazines from springfield armory usa will present you with something that gives you many years of reliability. The springfield armory m1a standard rifle outdoor hub. The following was originally a comment posted by dyspeptic gunsmith to jim barretts m1a customization piece yesterday. In the upcoming january 2014 issue of tactical weapons, author john fasano runs the m1a scout squad, an 18inchbarreled, syntheticstocked version of the original m14, through its paces. Springfield m1a national match rifle shooters searching for incredible performance in a match rifle need look no farther than the m1a national match from springfield armory. I own several springfield armory m1as, the civilian version of the m14. What you have is all original wwi1 m1a1 metal and wire butt stock planted upon a post wwii springfield armory replacement wood stock see bruce cantons carbine book. M1a match sling leather springfield armory web store. A full sized battle rifle can be a tight squeeze in your truck or in the heavy brush. The path from that point in time to todays springfield armory m1a civilian semiauto version of the military m14 is a book length story. The springfield armory m1a is a civilian version of the m14 rifle designed and manufactured by springfield armory, inc.
Technically, the weapon would work without the stock, but it is ergonomically designed so that the user can wield the weapon effectively. Fulton armory offers exceptional gunsmith services for m14 and m1a models. Due to the recent increase in order volume, shipping on some items may be delayed up to 15 business days or longer. If you have teenage kids, you might have already heard things like video games, high school athletes and cars described as beast. Springfield armory m1 carbine part 1 airgun experience. When the armory converts the m14 to a m1a they replace the receiver but do they mark the new receiver with the. If you want a cuttingedge interpretation of the m1a, then springfield armory is. Yes, it does what it is supposed to do, but the muzzle blast was just too much for me, especially during a long shooting.
Had a navy armoror check my supermatch at camp perry in 1988. The m14 complete assembly guide by walt kuleck 20060504. As i handed it to him for inspection, he asked me if i had a good one. When springfield armory in geneseo, il made the civilian legal variant the m1a available to the public in 1974, shooters were finally able to enjoy the same rifle that so many servicemen had utilized in the past. You have a 5050 chance of getting a problem m1a from springfield armory. The thick sections of the vertical bars represent the selling prices for each day. Springfield m1a national match rifle sportsmans warehouse. Case club springfield m1a waterproof rifle cases with silica gel to help springfield armory sprgfld m1a m2 bipod. Default price low to high price high to low name az name za newest. The springfield armory m1aa1 scout squad combines the legendary power and reliability of the m1a with the quick handling and fast sight acquisition of a scout style rifle. Thus in this configuration, its a post war m1a1 carbine stock.
Springfield armory production records found by larry ruth for the period januaryjune 1945 included the following m1a1 parts. The m1a was the last weapon the original springfield armory military arsenal designed that had a lock, stock and barrel. Home fa library books displaying products 1 23 of 23 results sort. The standard issue m1a is inspired by the iconic m14 american military rifle. I also own several other books about m14m1as and thought i pretty much new everything. Thin green bars represent the price spread for all listings for each day. The m14m1a is, functionally, a garand action for a shorter cartridge and a removable box magazine. The springfield armory m1a is a civilian version of the m14 rifle designed and manufactured by. The springfield armory m1aa1 scout squad takes the standard m1a concept and turns it into a much smaller and handier rifle with forwardmounted picatinny rail, synthetic stock, and a recoilreducing muzzle brake. If you want a cuttingedge interpretation of the m1a, then springfield armory is the company to talk with.
It was also a time when they were chambered for cartridges. Items shipped from our own warehouse can be shipped much sooner than items shipped direct to you from one of our fulfillment suppliers. By adding this item to your wishlist, you will be notified automatically via email when this items price has dropped. The m1a a springfield armorytrademarked designation for the civilian version of the m14 is the most widespread m14 action used by recreational and competition shooters in the united states. It has a mediumweight premium airgauged national match barrel national match being springfields branded designation for components tuned for competitionor so is my understanding and a national match 2stage trigger tuned for 4. A shortened version of the standard m1a from a 22 barrel to 16 and a forward mount picatinny rail for a scout set up. Rifles that can perform well in hell should be at the top of your list, and i recently had the chance to test springfield armorys m1a scout squad rifle, a civilianized version of the classic m14, to run it through its paces. With a huge selection of pistols and rifles, springfield armory is the premier manufacturer of quality handguns for protection and competitive shooting.
Kids these days dont generally describe praiseworthy things as richly. But it was just too long and too good not to post it on its own. Sep 02, 2014 rifles that can perform well in hell should be at the top of your list, and i recently had the chance to test springfield armorys m1a scout squad rifle, a civilianized version of the classic m14, to run it through its paces. The springfield armory socom ii is a real winner in my book, and i know it has sub moa accuracy there, if that front sight is replaced and thats easy to do. Springfield armory provides the following general warning. It differs from the m1 garand in several aspects, not the least of which is the fact that the garand is chambered in. I tried both the official springfield armory mount, as well as a couple exact copies, as well as a new design from utg. The springfield armory m1a loaded model sits squarely in the middle of the line, with upgraded trigger and barrels like the national match line, but without the other custom touches. Springfield armory glass beds each national match rifle at the factory. Numrich gun parts finds and delivers hard to find springfield armory parts to you at great values. Nov 28, 20 but through the decades, springfield armory has been able to accurize the rifle, expressly for competition at first and then for tactical engagements.
This product can expose you to chemicals including lead which is known to california consumers to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Given that the 1994 ban has passed, why should i care if a springfield m1a is pre ban or post. First off the seller is not springfield armory, simply springfield, which a buyer like myself may mistake at face vale. Shooting the springfield armory m1a takes me back to a time when rifles designed for the u. Stocks also protect the user from the heat of the metal rifle during firing. Springfield armory created the m1a as an improvement of the garand used during the korean war, making this tactical rifle a modern take on older style semiautomatic rifles. Our sales staff cannot forecast price or availability of wish list items. In 1974 the springfield armory trademark was licensed to robert reese, and formed the springfield armory inc. Shop for springfield armory m1a schematics with numrich gun parts.
This is a discussion on m14m1a serial numbers within the reference forums, part of the m14 m1a forum category. The main reason it was connected to the sling was not to push it back against the shoulder which was part of its purpose but to increase the downward force on the bipod legs. The garand is still used by drill teams and military. You can order factory five or 20round magazines using the nifty springfield loaded coupon that well talk about in. From 1959 to 1970 the m14 served with distinction as the standard issue rifle of the united states military. If youre browsing for a great offer on the springfield armory magazine m1a 308 10 round, then you have found yourself in the right spot. My experience with springfield armorys national match m1a ammoland inc. Available to the public since 1974, the springfield armory m1a is a semiautomatic, civilianlegal version of this classic rifle that delivers power, value and performance. Hinterland outfitters offers the most trusted, highquality brands on the market, and we are a proud purveyor of springfield armory rifles. This is a discussion on preban m1a who really cares, and why. Springfield armory m1a standard rifle this rifle is beast. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. Springfield rifles springfield armory rifles for sale. Springfield armory created the m1a rifle in the early 1970s to cater to customers who wanted m14 performance.
When springfield armory made the civilianlegal variant in 1974, shooters across the land rejoiced the windage and elevation adjustable rear sight makes zeroing the rifle a pleasure, while the twostage military trigger, detachable box magazine, oprod, and roller cam bolt provide functional ease of operation and faithful reliability. Offered with the choice of solid black composite or a precisionadjustable stock, all of the rifles are constructed with 22inch national matchgrade stainlesssteel barrels, topped with a muzzle brake. Dec 26, 2017 no matter its application, springfield has set up its new m1a 6. The term m1a is a proprietary title for springfield armory. Dec 19, 2017 springfield armory has been churning out m1a rifles for some time and has developed a scout version as well.
A handy, tactical rifle, the m1a socom 16 has a speciallyengineered 16. And, in my humble opinion, the muzzle brake needs to go. I tried both the official springfield armory mount, as well as a couple exact copies, as. Springfield also fits the national match m1a with a matchtuned gas cylinder. Learn more and buy springfield armory rifles from hinterland outfitters. Springfield armory m1a parts and schematic numrich. Review springfield m1a loaded precision part 1 the. The m1a tactical rifle maintains the accuracy that was necessary during wartime, but applies it to. The springfield armory m1a standard rifle ships with a 10round box magazine. The tool itself had a considerable amount of surface and subsurface rust from sitting in some warehouse, which ive managed to clean off for the most part. Springfield armory has been churning out m1a rifles for some time and has developed a scout version as well. Jun 08, 2018 my experience with springfield armorys national match m1a ammoland inc. But through the decades, springfield armory has been able to accurize the rifle, expressly for competition at first and then for tactical engagements.
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