Classification Meaning

[powaybob]

Service, Field, Rack- I understand the differences in fit and finish among the levels, but it seems there must be an historical meaning to the words as well. Can anyone explain?

[Milsurp Collector]

They are just names for the different grades. They had to name them something.

[Deadbolt]

thanks for making this thread.

Question about one 1 designation : Rack.


Does that mean that the rifle is not recommended for use? or simply that its "ok to shoot but dont expect reasonable accuracy" ?

thanks!

[Milsurp Collector]

Question about one 1 designation : Rack.


Does that mean that the rifle is not recommended for use? or simply that its "ok to shoot but dont expect reasonable accuracy" ?

Many Rack Grades are good shooters, but they are generally not as pretty as higher grades.

RACK GRADE: (Fair)
Rack Grade Rifles. Most of these rifles have been refinished or rebuilt at least once while in military service and will likely have some parts from other manufacturers. Rifle wear will be exhibited by worn and mixed colors of the finish; there may be some minor pitting on the metal parts; wood will be basically sound but may be well used with minor hairline cracks, poor fit, and many dings, scratches and gouges; wood may not match in color, type of wood or condition. These rifles may have some foreign parts and wood may be Walnut, Birch, Beech or other variety. Rifles do not have import marks. Bores will be generally good with only minor imperfections; the barrel crown may be nicked, and the muzzle may gauge more than “3” on muzzle gauge. The Throat Erosion will gauge more than “5”. The overall appearance and condition of the rack grade will generally be rougher than any other grade. Fair condition.

Still, a CMP Rack Grade will probably look better and shoot better than any Garand or carbine you see at Big 5, and for half the price.