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Does anyone make new garands?

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Does anyone make new garands?

CMP’s new grade of M1 Garand. This rifle consists of a new production stock and handguard set with CMP cartouche, a new production barrel and new web sling. Receiver and most other parts are refinished USGI, but some parts may be new manufacture.

Are M1 garands still being produced?

During 1953–56, M1s were produced by International Harvester and Harrington & Richardson in which International Harvester alone produced a total of 337,623 M1 Garands. A final, very small lot of M1s was produced by Springfield Armory in early 1957, using finished components already on hand.

Which company made the best M1 Garand?

The Top Selling M1 Garand Rifles

  • Gas Trap M1 Garand with Theater Made Blast Deflector: $37,375 (December 2013)
  • Springfield Armory Experimental 22-06 Duplex M1 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle: $31,625 (April 2015)
  • Early Springfield Armory “Gas Trap” M1 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle: $28,750 (December 2012)

How long does it take to get an M1 Garand from CMP?

For most items, allow 30-45 days from order to delivery.

When did Springfield Armory stop making M1 garands?

Springfield Armory Production of new service rifles began at Springfield in early 1952 and ended with production line assembly of the official “last M1 service rifle” on 17 May 1957. However, assembly of M1 National Match rifles continued after that date.

When was the last M1 Garand manufactured?

The last “production” M1 rifle, serial number 6,084,405, was completed on May 17, 1957 and was accompanied by much fanfare—including an appearance by John C. Garand at the ceremony.

Was the M1 Garand used in Vietnam?

With more than 220,000 M1s sent to South Vietnam, many South Vietnamese troops, ranging from conventional ARVN units to Vietnamese Popular and Regional Forces, carried the M1 rifle. The Garand also found its way into the hands of the Viet Cong, and U.S. forces captured many M1s from the VC before 1968.

Can anyone buy from CMP?

There are currently over 1,800 affiliated organizations. All of our shooting events are accessible to anyone regardless of their affiliation or club membership, but to purchase anything from the CMP, an individual must show proof of belonging to an affiliated club or organization.

How many garands did H&R make?

Production of the H&R M1 rifles ceased in May 1956, by which time 428,600 rifles had been delivered. It is doubtful if any of the IHC or H&R M1 rifles made it overseas prior to the cessation of active combat operations of the Korean War in 1953.