M1 Garand: There's some magic to it 

Taking a look at the American classic, the M1 Garand rifle. Includes a discussion on why the receiver was dipped in lead, why some M1 gas cylinders are "in the white," and shooting footage.
0:09 Shooting
0:38 "Garand"
1:57 Gas cylinder
2:29 Lead dipped receiver
5:40 Ammunition and clips
6:34 Safety
6:53 Trigger
7:07 Sights
7:21 Cost and wrap up