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Iconic, legendary, battle-tested<\/em>. Whatever word you use to describe the M1 Garand, there\u2019s no denying the famous American service rifle makes an excellent\u2014no, essential<\/em>\u2014addition to anyone\u2019s firearms collection. So, if you don\u2019t have that beautiful walnut and steel in your safe, let me be that little voice in your head, that angel on your shoulder, sweetly whispering, \u201cDo it. You deserve <\/em>this.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. It\u2019s a piece of history.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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You can tell when a Garand was manufactured based on the serial number. This one was made in 1943.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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General George S. Patton famously dubbed the M1 Garand \u201cthe greatest battle implement ever devised.\u201d John Garand’s semi-auto was the standard U.S. service rifle during World War II and the Korean War, and also saw service during the Vietnam War. Holding an M1 Garand, you can\u2019t help but wonder, \u201cWhere did this rifle see action? Did it save a soldier\u2019s life or help win a skirmish? What was it like to lug this thing across Europe?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You might also spontaneously start a \u201cUSA! USA!\u201d chant or belt\nout a rousing rendition of the Star-Spangled\nBanner<\/em>. Anything is possible while holding such a powerful piece of\nhistory, and you don\u2019t want to wait until these rifles are out of reach. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re looking to own a piece of history, look no further than this listing<\/a>. No rebuild markings, everything is totally original, and it comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. It\u2019s a great investment.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The value of M1 Garands has only risen in recent years, and that trend isn’t likely to reverse. <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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The problem with historical military rifles is that supply is limited. As rifles break or rust or get lost, that number shrinks, and the existing rifles become more expensive. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The good news is that the value increases we\u2019ve seen over\nthe last ten years also act as a built-in buying excuse. That\u2019s how I convinced\nmy wife to let me buy my M1 Garand, and this time I wasn\u2019t pitching total BS.\nIf you can find a deal on an M1 Garand in good condition, that rifle will\nalmost certainly be worth more in ten years than it is today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019m not a firearms investor, but I do have eyes and an internet connection. The value of M1 Garands has risen dramatically in the last ten to fifteen years, and Rock Island Auction has the data to prove it. According to their analysis<\/a>, M1 Garands saw a 66% price increase between 2010-2017, and \u201cif gun collecting as a whole is indicative of anything, they will not be going back down.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That trend line may level out, but your excuse still holds: M1\nGarands should be a healthy portion of your retirement portfolio. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This listing<\/a> describes the rifle as \u201ccollector\u2019s grade\u201d with all matching serial numbers. Worth a look it you\u2019re for an investment piece<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. It\u2019s a pleasure to shoot.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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I always have a blast when I take my Garand to the range. <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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I haven\u2019t had my M1 for very long, but I already love it. It\u2019s built like a tank, never malfunctions, and is surprisingly accurate for a 75-year-old gun. The peep sight feels more modern than it is and includes adjustments for windage and elevation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The venerable old 30-06 isn\u2019t always comfortable to shoot, but the M1s weight (9.5lbs!) helps compensate for the stiff recoil. I\u2019m also partial to the trigger. It breaks cleanly (definitely better than my mashed-potatoes-mushy Mosin Nagant) and only weighs about 6 pounds. It\u2019s no modern trigger, but I was pleasantly surprised.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One thing to note on functionality: the U.S. military designed the M1 to shoot a specific 30-06 cartridge, and modern cartridges can cause unsafe pressure levels. Operating rods have been known to break shooting high-velocity or heavy-bullet ammunition. You\u2019ll likely be OK shooting 150g loads, but if this is an investment, you want to stay on the safe side. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You have two options. You can either purchase ammunition specifically designed for the M1 (like this stuff<\/a> from Federal) or you can install an adjustable aftermarket gas plug like this one<\/a>. Installing the plug doesn\u2019t require any mods to the rifle, and you can tune the gas system for whichever load you want to use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re not looking for a WWII-era rifle exclusively, this could be a good option<\/a> and will no doubt be fun to shoot.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. It\u2019s good for competition and hunting, too. <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Most Garands are accurate enough to use for hunting and mil-surp rifle competitions.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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M1 Garands are great for weekend range trips, and if you take your M1 out of the safe just to look at it, I\u2019m not judging. But you can do more! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Civilian Marksmanship Program offers competitions specifically designed to be shot with as-issued M1 Garands. According to the CMP website<\/a>, \u201cThe Garand Match allows shooters to reenact military and marksmanship history and features camaraderie and a relaxed, fun-filled, yet challenging experience.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The John C. Garand Match<\/a> is the oldest competition in the CMP\u2019s classic military rifle division and is intended for both experienced and novice competitors. Shooters fire at targets from 200 yards from a variety of positions and speeds. Check out the video below for a taste of what a match looks like. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Also, if the M1 Garand is good for taking down Nazi\u2019s, it\u2019s good for taking down deer as well. The 30-06 has been used by hunters for generations, and most M1s are accurate enough to get the job done at normal hunting distances. You\u2019ll need to practice with the iron sights to make sure you\u2019re locked in, but if you\u2019re willing to carry the M1 through the woods, it\u2019ll do its job if you do yours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For hunting or competition, this might be a good option<\/a>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. It\u2019s not a decision you\u2019re going to regret.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Unlike last night\u2019s fifth drink or that \u201cRon Paul for\nPresident\u201d tattoo, purchasing an M1 Garand isn\u2019t a decision you\u2019re going to\nregret. Whether your M1 becomes a safe queen or a competition-winner, you\u2019ll\nvalue that rifle for years, maybe decades, to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There aren\u2019t many sure-fire decisions in life. This is one of them. The only real question is, What are you waiting for?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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