Finally got myself an M1 Garand

[Garandimal]

If you have already removed the Trigger Group?

Flip it on its back(top), balance it over the receiver ring in one hand, put the muzzle on or over a surface(table), and then pop up on the comb(cheek rest) w/ your other hand.

The stock will come loose, the muzzle will pivot down to the surface, and then you can lift and wiggle back the stock out of the lower band.


P.S. When you reassemble, ALWAYS put a little spot of GREASE on the bearing side(bottom) of the trigger guard locking lugs.

These will wear, and lead to loose lock-up and poor shooting precision.




GR

[OpenSightsOnly]

Watching paint dry or sniffing paint thinner hmmmmm . . . .

You just highlighted a cultural difference. In Europe smallbore be it rifle or pistol is a big deal and they start at a young age to learn how to shoot. It's an Olympic event after all.

In the Scandinavian region, speed or field shooting is big and its a spectator sport. Hey, maybe its a different kind of paint . . .

[serjm1a1]

If you have already removed the Trigger Group?

Flip it on its back(top), balance it over the receiver ring in one hand, put the muzzle on or over a surface(table), and then pop up on the comb(cheek rest) w/ your other hand.

The stock will come loose, the muzzle will pivot down to the surface, and then you can lift and wiggle back the stock out of the lower band.


P.S. When you reassemble, ALWAYS put a little spot of GREASE on the bearing side(bottom) of the trigger guard locking lugs.

These will wear, and lead to loose lock-up and poor shooting precision.




GR

I did take out the trigger pack, came out really easily. Thanks, I will try that

[Mayor McRifle]

Watching paint dry or sniffing paint thinner hmmmmm . . . .

You just highlighted a cultural difference. In Europe smallbore be it rifle or pistol is a big deal and they start at a young age to learn how to shoot. It's an Olympic event after all.

In the Scandinavian region, speed or field shooting is big and its a spectator sport. Hey, maybe its a different kind of paint . . .

And in some cultures, watching cricket matches is popular, too.

[OpenSightsOnly]

ummm yeah different kind of paint thinner . . .

[smle-man]

Another thing with enblocs I've noticed is that some eject clear of the weapon, while some eject just barely out of the weapon and then come straight down and bounce off the receiver (I hate that).

Mine bounce off of my head. The curse of shooting from the left shoulder!

[jjs1025]

serjm1a1,
Beautiful gun!
Have fun!

[milotrain]

And in some cultures, watching cricket matches is popular, too.

Yes, other people like other things. Newsflash.

[Mayor McRifle]

Yes, other people like other things. Newsflash.

Exactly. And not everyone likes the same thing. Though this should hardly be a newsflash worthy of a trite "face palm."

[sammass]

Garand Food

Ammo?

500 Round Can - 30-06 FMJ 150 grain Prvi Partizan M1 Garand Ammo PP347


It was suggested above to check out the link for Garand safe ammo. You also can get the rounds directly from the CMP at $0.68 per round loose packed. It is Greek HXP and does just fine. Have shot & reloaded it many times over. There is also a spam can option at $0.74 a round but it is fully sealed for storage.

FWIW :-)

[Garandimal]

Ammo?

500 Round Can - 30-06 FMJ 150 grain Prvi Partizan M1 Garand Ammo PP347


It was suggested above to check out the link for Garand safe ammo. You also can get the rounds directly from the CMP at $0.68 per round loose packed. It is Greek HXP and does just fine. Have shot & reloaded it many times over. There is also a spam can option at $0.74 a round but it is fully sealed for storage.

FWIW :-)

The Soviet Province of Californistan usually gets their li'l Red panties in a bunch over bi-metal ammo, so I suggest the all copper jacketed PPU.

HXP/loose is good, inexpensive, filthy ammo... Have quite a bit of it as well.






GR