M14 Forum

bd111

At CMP Sales, went up this morning. $625 + $25 ship. 30 - 60 day wait.

PhillipM

Thanks for the heads up!

BTW, are you "bd" on Jouster?

bd111

Ha ha. One and the same. And CMP. Don't know yet whether there'll be an annual limit.

m1jerm

BTW, what is the general thought on the SGs, any difference between the Springs and Harrys, anyone prefer one over the other?
I have an opportunity to buy and I would love to do it now while they are in stock, so any input from owners?

1KPerDay

I have 2 HRA SGs and they are nice. I'd buy a Springer without hesitation (I have 3 springers but only one CMP gun, a "Special" with new wood, barrel, park, etc.).

I've HEARD that HRAs are slightly more desirable as shooters because they have all the late-model updates, etc. But buy either one and you won't be disappointed. CMP customer service is tops and they'll make sure you're happy.

Some pics and vids to whet your whistle. Yes, buy one now before they run out again, IMO. Even at current prices it's still a good deal on the coolest rifle ever made.

GreatPlainsRifleman

I'm not sure how much CMP Garand knowledge you have, so I guess I'll start from square one. When the CMP says "Springfield" or "HRA," the only part ona service grade guaranteed to be either Springfield or HRA is the receiver. It's hypothetically possible that a Springfield receiver would have no other Springfield parts.

If you purchase an HRA and you also would like to have a serial number (receiver) that dates its production during or prior to the WWII runs, you'll be disappointed: HRA never produced M1's during WWII. You have to go with Winchester (only made them just previous to and during WWII) or Springfield. Springfield, of course, also manufactured them after WWII.

I only mention this because many people (like myself) are mainly interested in the M1 because of its WWII service. I doubt anyone out there would speak to the quality differences on a level that affect functionality or accuracy in just the receivers alone. So it's really just brand/armory/historical preference, really, in my book.

lpnracer

dont hesitate , the email stated that they have approximately 2000 of the service grades. considering how many customers they have 2000 certainly wont last long.

lpnracer

dont hesitate , the email stated that they have approximately 2000 of the service grades. considering how many customers they have, 2000 certainly wont last long.

lpnracer

my email stated that they had approximately 2000 and with the giant customer base that they service, 2000 isnt very many. sorry for the double post, once again the computer slam fired.

7.62Spark

This is good to know! I should stop procrastinating and get the relevant information to the CMP so I can become a member.

Orlando

Doesnt mean thats all they have, Just all they have graded at this time

7.62Spark

Ach! I find it odd that I must have page 2A of the universal order form notarized, but I will get on that in the morning so I can get everything mailed out to the CMP. I am going to get a Service Grade M1 Garand made by Springfield Armory and some Greek surplus HXP ammunition.

bd111

If you want a particular serial # range or USGI wood, a sticky note MIGHT help you. Remains to be seen this time around. Good luck!

m1jerm

Just spent over an hour on hold trying to get some ordering info, only to be forwarded to a voice mailbox. WTF.

hammonje

They're swamped. SGs just being back in stock. That's the best value in both collecting and shooting Garands.