m1a collection?

[shooting4life]

I have a scout and a loaded. Picked up the scout during the lead up to the aw ban a couple of years ago thinking it would pass. Personally, one m1a is enough for me. But I don't lose any sleep over having two.

[RangemasterP226]

M1A Standard
M1A Scout
M1A SOCOM 16

Thats my collection and I'm happy with it.

[Hoop]

Ok. I have to ask. Anyone here have every single m1a model ie m1a standard, scout, socom16, socom etc? I have the urge to get all of them. Am I wrong for feeling that way? Well if anyone does please share. Id like to admire

I suppose if I were rich I'd buy every single one just to do it. But then I'd also be living in another state where I could have unneutered "evil" rifles so my M1A would be taking a backseat to the SCAR, LMT, GAP, etc...

[H2O MAN]

How was that bullpup stock?
And would you ever do that again?

HEAVY.

That was Rogue #1, and it was very heavy.
About two years later, I tried a Gen II Rogue.
Even though it was about a pound lighter that #1, it was still heavy.
It really needs to be another 2 lbs. lighter than it is.
I sold it, and put my CQB-16 in a Blackfeather.

My review of the Rogue.

[elk hunter]

Have two LRB's, one Springfield, one Fulton if that counts. Springfield is a NM and Fulton a Service all USGI Parts ( except barrels ) when good parts were still found in excellent.

Both LRB's 100% USGI new in package parts, one a Service and one is an M25 built up by Lau / McMillian National Match http://www.texasbrigadearmory.com/m25.htm

I have a LRB that Lew put together as per my request and it's a great shooter, the receiver is as close to USGI spec as you can get and it's forged. Yes have at it collecting them but it's gonna be a bit on the high priced side. A new LRB probably cost upwards of 2,900.00 now. HTH

[SimonBirch]

M1A Standard
M1A Scout
M1A SOCOM 16

Thats my collection and I'm happy with it.

My man, u got good taste. Was thinking of closing it out with a scout.

[tiger222]

As with any rifle, I'd suggest the most standard 'issue' configuration, and if possible, the one with the most wood I like the regular full size and the 18" bush gun (if that's what they still call it) - lovely classic guns, though my heart loves FAL's and AR10A2's more. Get the one that calls to you the most and enjoy!

[safety-1st]

HEAVY.

That was Rogue #1, and it was very heavy.
About two years later, I tried a Gen II Rogue.
Even though it was about a pound lighter that #1, it was still heavy.
It really needs to be another 2 lbs. lighter than it is.
I sold it, and put my CQB-16 in a Blackfeather.

My review of the Rogue.

Thanks brotha! Nice reviews, seems like it's very heavy. I really love the walnut stock on the scout, I don't think I will ever change it out, which is why I will eventually buy a socom 16 for the tinkering

Is the socom the latest m1a variation springfield made? I wonder if they ever have plans on newer model or upgraded design? That would blow the roof off! It would be a highly anticipated rifle

[H2O MAN]

Thanks brotha! Nice reviews, seems like it's very heavy. I really love the walnut stock on the scout, I don't think I will ever change it out, which is why I will eventually buy a socom 16 for the tinkering

Thank you. I had my Scout bedded in walnut, and loved it, but injures & age caught up with me. Today, pistol grips are about all that I can shoot without experiencing serious pain in my hands & wrist.

Is the socom the latest m1a variation springfield made? I wonder if they ever have plans on newer model or upgraded design? That would blow the roof off! It would be a highly anticipated rifle

Yes it is, and the SOCOM M1A hit the streets in 2004. Smith Enterprise did not come out with their 16.25" barrel until 2011. Other companies recently began offering a 16.25" barrel option. I do not see a newer model in the works, plenty of upgrades, but no brand new M1A model.

[dc2allday]

M14k anyone?

[H2O MAN]

M14k anyone?

Yep, LeFrance & SEI K guns, and the TROY SOPMOD conversions are out there, but both were produced in extremely low numbers. Neither have been produced for quite some time.

[Firefight]

Just saw one on gunbroker

[H2O MAN]

Just saw one on gunbroker

Post a link

[Firefight]

No

[Firefight]

Weeeellll ok. Here ya go bro

http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=461845879