Looking to buy a Garand, what do I need to know?

[Cdnance]

I bought a Garand in December. It's an expert grade and is a beautiful rifle! I've just been shooting S&B ammo that is labeled "M1 Garand" ammo on the box, it's worked flawlessly so far.

It's a really cool piece of history and a ton of fun to shoot. I'd definitely recommend getting one. This one is a prized piece of my collection.

Where did you get your rifle?

 

[CMP70306]

What is “CMP”?

Civilian Marksmanship Program, here is their link but they are a good source for M1 Garands.

https://thecmp.org/sales-and-service/m1-garand/

 

[RockAndSage]

What is “CMP”?

Civilian Marksmanship Program. It was set up during the Cold War to provide firearms training, and gave members excellent deals on surplus rifles, as well as giving them surplus ammo for training and competitions. It's evolved a bit, but still a great thing to look into: https://thecmp.org/

 

[Rotnguns]

What is “CMP”?

Civilian Marksmanship Program. Started under JFK, I believe. Provides classic surplus arms like M1 carbines, M1 Garands, and now, 1911s, to civilians. Well worth googling and checking them out.

 

[Poser]

It’s pretty wild that the federal government will sell you a semi auto 30-06 and ship it to your doorstep with a FFL transfer.
-do they still do it that way or has this changed?

 

[Rotnguns]

It’s pretty wild that the federal government will sell you a semi auto 30-06 and ship it to your doorstep with a FFL transfer.
-do they still do it that way or has this changed?

I think they will ship to your residence:

Ordering Information - Civilian Marksmanship Program

Learn more about how to place an order, shipping information, returns and exchanges, and all other items related to CMP sales.

thecmp.org

I read a thread on Calguns that according to California state law, firearms must be shipped to an FFL. They also have a waiting period. But a poster on the same thread said that CMP ignores the state law. Pretty funny.