Big 5 Garand - Advice needed

[LexLuther]

Before I kill myself fighting the crowd at Big 5 tomorrow, could some of you who with knowledge compare the deal on the Garand at big 5 on special tomorrow for $599 to a Service Grade gun from the CMP. I suspect that the service grade CMP rifle is a better deal in terms of being in better shape overall, and more of a sure thing. I am not concerned with the import markings or who made the rifle, I want a rifle in good shape, so I can go shoot it.
Thanks in advance for your expertise...

BTW if you are in the market for a Remington 870 and thinking of hitting big-5 tomorrow...they are $40 cheaper at Sports authority.

[HUTCH 7.62]

Just check out this thread

http://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/showthread.php?t=244006

[WilliamAnderson]

I don't think I would feel at all comfortable shooting any big 5 garand. I have seen 4 different ones and all of them leave me with a sense of relief that I'm know better than to get it and that I got a CMP M1. Don't cut corners on such an amazing piece of history. CMP service grade $617.00 Big 5 junker $599.00.

[bobcatmech]

Made that mistake once!!! Never again-and i caution anyone..The $599 garand is a total junker and in alot of ways would b better for parts!!!! There is companys out there that won't sell u junk!!! Check the postings here and u will see-Not many people want to spend their money on junk...Just a little 2 cents for you

[RaceDay]

Its no contest. CMP gun = excellent piece of history, Big 5 = less than rack grade. Even at the Big 5 sale price, you are losing.

[LexLuther]

Thanks

Dang, I thought it should have been here already. I must have turkey on the brain...
Thanks Hutch...
I knew CG members would know and help me out.
I will sleep in, thanks to CG...

Just check out this thread
http://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/s...d.php?t=244006

[saiga101]

I unloaded 3 of them..(work for big5 ) sucks I know but it's a job..anyway I can say these are sub par examples by far..not too mention the fear based sales tactics were Using(you'll never see another one) stay home!! or come and spend that 599 on ammo and acc

[Sleepsnoors]

Would someone tell me how to pick up a grand from the CMP? Very interested.

[Darklyte27]

Would someone tell me how to pick up a grand from the CMP? Very interested.

sure ill tell ya, pay me 20$ first or look it up yourself free?!

click here

[bobcatmech]

just go online!!!!! look it up..figure out what u want ..check stock..and order as needed

[Seesm]

Dont do it mang.... Its not worth it...

[bigpoppav]

Saw one this morning in Roseville.... looked HORRIBLE. Love my CMP service grade... worth every penny!

[Darklyte27]

lowracer yours looks beat up.
heres some encouragement to get a CMP my correct grade HRA

[HUTCH 7.62]

Been wanting an M1 Carbine from CMP but I have not wanted to go through the hassle of being a member.

[Rem222]

I unloaded 3 of them..(work for big5 ) sucks I know but it's a job..anyway I can say these are sub par examples by far..not too mention the fear based sales tactics were Using(you'll never see another one) stay home!! or come and spend that 599 on ammo and acc

A job is a job my friend, it's all good... Thanks for the info. My local Big 5 did have a really nice 91/30 today but I do not need another Mosin..