"CMP Special" Grade Garand ... worth the extra money?

[itisbruno]

CMP's new grade of M1 Garand. Limited run of 1,000 Garands available for sale beginning 17 Sept, 2007. This rifle consists of a new production stock and handguard set with CMP cartouche, a new production barrel and new leather sling. Receiver and most other parts are refinished USGI, but some parts may be new manufacture. 2007 Introductory Price is $895.00 plus S&H.

NOTE: Earlier in 2007 this grade was advertised as "CMP SELECT". Because the current rifle does not meet the same description of the "SELECT" grade we had several years ago, we have renamed it as "CMP SPECIAL".

What do you think, good value for the dollar?

[Marine8541]

Well let's break it down. You could buy the CMP FG for $495, a citadel barrel istalled and headspace for about $200, and a naked stock for $118+ shipping from the CMP, and $25 sling. All in all I'd say it's a good deal. The thing that'd concern me is that some parts are new manufactured and that doesn't always mean it's bad but I'd like to know what they are and who made them.

The good thing is that you'd be able to take it and sell it at any gun show with a new stock and barrel for way more than you paid for it.

[Glockwork Orange]

I'd buy one of the new manufacture Springfield Armory M1 Garands...no unknown wear and tear, erosion, etc. from a 50-60 year old surplus rifle...just my 2 cents...

[Marine8541]

Originally posted by Glockwork Orange
I'd buy one of the new manufacture Springfield Armory M1 Garands...no unknown wear and tear, erosion, etc. from a 50-60 year old surplus rifle...just my 2 cents...

I've seen too many fail to even recommend that route. I've heard the new production models have worked out some of the kinks but from what I've seen at the JC Garand Matches you're way better off going surplus.

[Rick O'Shay]

The new production Garands have cast receivers. A negative in my book.
A field grade CMP has worn clip latch, worn bolt, worn etc. etc.

I trust the CMP armorers, and they guarantee their work. So the short answer to your question is, "YES".

Also, consider a service grade. I've had no quality issues with them.

[eddief4]

i'm waiting for the Correct grade:thumbsup: :wavey:

but...i have to wait until the 1st of the year:sad: :sad:

[itisbruno]

Originally posted by eddief4
i'm waiting for the Correct grade:thumbsup: :wavey:

but...i have to wait until the 1st of the year:sad: :sad:

That is proly a good idea :thumbsup:

[eddief4]

Originally posted by itisbruno
That is proly a good idea :thumbsup:


i think so, but the wait is KILLING me already!!:sad: :sad: :thumbsup: :wavey:

[KIDCOP]

Originally posted by Glockwork Orange
I'd buy one of the new manufacture Springfield Armory M1 Garands...no unknown wear and tear, erosion, etc. from a 50-60 year old surplus rifle...just my 2 cents...

Problem with the new ones, is they have no mojo. They have no history, no soul.

I would have no problem getting a select grade. I would put a select grade up aginst a new Springer any day. Here's why.

I bought a service grade back several prices changes ago. I needed it to shoot John C. Grand matches. There was some junk in the barrel I could not get out. Called CMP, told them what I had and why I needed it. They said send it in. It returned with a new barrel, trigger group, op rod, bolt, gas cly and a new front sight. It cost me $19.95 for shipping. Difference between a select grade and what I now have is the stock.....I still have a 60 year old stock.

Does it shoot as good as my match tuned 308 M-1? Well no, it has a GI barrel, but I can still post some pretty good scores with it. I have had zero problems with this rifle. Pull the trigger and it goes bang every time.

[Bushbacker]

Originally posted by KIDCOP
Problem with the new ones, is they have no mojo. They have no history, no soul.


Well said. This is a good part of the whole reason for owning an M1.