I just got back from the south CMP store. I was looking for a beater with a good barrel that no collector would want. turns out that my rack grade gun had a number one muzzle reading. I took it home and it's a collection of parts from 1944 all the way to 1956. the trigger assembly up rod and the barrel are barely worn at all. I wonder where it's been since July of 44 when the receiver was made. the stock is b to hell but it's not cracked or anything it's 80 years old I bet. is there such sweet people it's worth it's worth going to the store for sure.
Hey is it a high or low reciever model, mine is also a 1938 but its a low reciever, i just bought the same optic you did, kinda scared ill have a hard time mounting it because of that low reciever.
@@mitchell3042 thank you for the information I got one in great condition it was refurbished by James River armory and I’ve been seeking to see how much it’s worth but can’t find how much people are selling them for
I enjoyed your very informative video. I’d make one suggestion. Use a pointer rather than waving your hand all over the place. All the extraneous hand movements were making me dizzy. I’m looking forward to seeing more from you regarding your AK47. Cheers!
Haha, thanks for the tip gary! I do have a problem with that. However thank you for watching! I make these videos for fun just to try and share the passion.
Can you still load the rifle with the stripper clips or do you have to load one round at a time? This is an awesome looking rifle. The nostalgia and quality of these surplus rifles is just addictive to me.
I got 2 from the CMP a couple years ago. I got a service grade and a special grade. The special grade looks like new (it mostly is). The service grade is in great shape too. The stock on that one is a little banged up, but that's what I wanted. I am pretty happy with what they sent me. I asked for WW2 era Springfield, and that's what they sent... It's nice that they let you ask, and they will try to give you what you want (if they are able to). Well worth the money and the process.... I'm almost done making a walnut display case (just putting the tung oil on the case).
Interesting video; thank you for posting. Question: You state the A4 was outfitted with match grade quality/air gaged barrels, can you tell me the source of this info.
Absolutely, and thank you for watching. It is listed in many books relating to US sniper rifles one to mention is US Marine Corps Scout Sniper. However there are many more that mention this.
Not really in the white, its stainless and cant be blued. It was usually blackened with soot from a lantern or a few other easy ways. Its described in the training manual for the m1 cal 30 rifle.
Thanks for watching! Just read carefully and fill out correctly. Make sure you get it notorized and send in a copy of all the required documents. Then sit back and be patient!
They will definitely run out of supply some day. I would suggest not to dilly dally. I missed out on some options a couple years ago because I drug my feet. Still kicking myself!
I got my service grade HRA M1 on Aug. 10, 1984 from the DCM. It cost me $94.30 plus $27.66 for packing, handling and shipping, total, $121.96. Its a great shooter and I used it in leg matches.
Thanks for watching! That is awesome you know the armorer! Tell him thanks it shoots great and I am happy! Would love to know more about the rifle and parts he or she put on!
I believe the PB bolts came from when we loaned rifles to Denmark. Beretta and another company contracted to make spare parts, and eventually, complete rifles. I have a Danish with a PB bolt and VAR barrel.
I sent my packet in on 7/6 and got the DBU email on the 19th but it said they received my packet in the 11th. Everything I've seen leans towards 4-6wks so hopefully some time in the next couple weeks I'll get the shipping email and receive it the next day.
Actually received it around the end of August IIRC. It's not bad for a rack grade. Pitting on the underside of the receiver is minimal fire something that's 65 years old. I've installed the Schuster plug but only taken out to the range once since getting it. Shoots 150gr Winchester Deer Season well enough
Looks nice. I thought "rack grade" was a nice way of saying "shit". Wish CMP was not as bureaucratic as they are. Too much paperwork and I have to find a club to join.
Thanks man! I was in the process of sending my packet in to the CMP, but I was on the fence with the Rack Grade vs. the Expert grade, due to the fact that they are the only rifles available right now. Your video helped me make me define my decision. There's some guy doing the different grades calling the Rack Grade essentially sh"@t. Yet, a lot of other people where satisfied with their purchase. Thanks again Mitchell 30!
