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02-17-2007, 04:21 PM
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Springfield!!!
I think I've just about wrapped up my M1A project. Started with a Springfield M1A Standard with a walnut stock. I gave the stock a few coats of boiled linseed oil b/c the Springfield wood comes "dry" and I wanted to give it some protection and a little sheen. I wanted to scope this rifle to do some medium range shooting. I usually shoot at 100 yards due to the limitations of my local ranges, but I sometimes go to a 700 yard range. While this setup proibably won't take me out to 700, I have a good feeling she'll perform great at 500! The trigger is a H&R USGI trigger, and it feels like an honest 5 lbs pull. I don't know yet if I am going to do some of the M21 upgrades. I guess I'll need to see how this current setup works before deciding. I'm a big proponent of "sometimes you gotta leave good enough alone." I feel like a kid on Christmas morning!
Mount: Smith Enterprise Weaver mount, part no. 2024 Rings: Warne Maxima permanent, medium height steel rings (I might upgrade to QD later) Scope: Burris Signature Select 3-12x44mm w/ Ballistic Plex bullet drop compensation reticle. Bipod: Harris Ultralight 1A2 LM, with 9"-13" notched legs   
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02-17-2007, 04:23 PM
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Merry Christmas! That is totally outstanding...congratulations.
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02-17-2007, 04:26 PM
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It's beautiful. I am a big fan of the traditional look and you've got a great mix without sacrificing the Historical integrity of the rifle. Nice work and congratulations!
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02-17-2007, 04:29 PM
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Very nice. I had one 30 years ago and sold it. Big mistake.
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Springfield XD 9mm subcompact-Tripp chrome (2005) Browning Hi-Power (1966) Browning .25 (1966) 1903 A3 .30-06 Jack Russell Terrier |
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02-17-2007, 04:58 PM
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that is sweet!
a couple of my babies.... 
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02-17-2007, 05:42 PM
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That is an awsome looking M1A. Congrats!
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02-17-2007, 08:09 PM
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very nice M1
I love gun porn but it always gets me in trouble.
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02-17-2007, 08:47 PM
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That looks great!
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02-17-2007, 09:34 PM
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Beautiful firearm you put together.
I have no experience with the M1 but I picked on up last summer at a local gun shop and man that thing felt like it was 15lbs if not 20lbs.
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02-18-2007, 09:14 AM
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Quote:
 I have an older RRA M4gery if I need a lightweight longarm. I've handled the SOCOM II, and with the cluster f**k rail, it comes in around 11 lbs, and that's just the carbine itself!
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