Recent content by Hard Call

Hey all, Just thought I'd give this thread an update. I received my M1 Garand in the mail about a week ago. It has a WWII S/N, with wood and metal in great shape. The stock is almost certainly a recent replacement, might be birch, but I'm no expert. Work is keeping me from giving the rifle...

Thank you all for the very informative replies. I greatly appreciate your input. I believe that I will make my order for the standard SA Service Grade. Strange as it sounds, I'm not sure that I want it to be pristine. I think I'll enjoy putting some time into the rifle to make it shine again...

Gentlemen, Approximately one week ago, I was days away from buying my first firearm - a handgun. My research had been exhaustive. I had been to a myriad of LGSs, handling every possible candidate. I had decided on a model, size, and caliber after weeks of reading reviews, making pros & cons...

Hey all, Been lurking around for a time. Enjoyed the discourse so much that I thought I'd make things official and participate. Mid-twenties, husband, new father, active-duty Army. I've never owned a firearm before, but I'm very interested in making it a hobby. Looking forward to all...