CMP Garand

[DrDeFab]

I got my CMP field grade about 10 years ago. It's probably a Greek return.

The stock was definitely field grade: unmatched, stained, deep scratches, a couple of nasty gouges, and a sliver was broken off the rear handguard. ...but the receiver was Springfield Armory serial number 2,65x,xxx (March 1944) and it had no pitting or other marks beyond some minor honest wear. The barrel was pristine (gauged under 2 at both ends) and tentatively dated to 1954. I'll take that trade off ANY time.

I put a new Fulton Armory walnut stock on it, and was very happy with the quality and the ease of final fitting. I also swapped a few rough pieces of hardware - buttplate, handguard clip and stacking swivel - for NOS replacements. I have saved the old stock and parts, though.

Good luck with yours!

 

[mk25roberts]

Got the E-mail today the CMP has received my purchase pkg and is sending it to the E-store for processing.

 

[courtgreene]

Thanks for the update. If I shot .30-06 I'd love to have a cmp garand. I don't want to add another chambering, though, so I'll live vicariously through you.

 

[wombat13]

I'm going to be in the Toledo area late this summer and thought I would finally be able to stop into the store. Checked their website today and both North and South stores are closed until further notice so they can catch up with online orders! Major disappointment.

 

[P5 Guy]

Two CMP rifles.

 

[High Plains]

I picked up a M-1 from CMP in 1985. It was $169 with a target from a NRA sanctioned match. My particular rifle was made after the Korean War, according to the serial number. For having an unbedded receiver and GI barrel, it is a MOA shooter with handloads @100 yards. By the way, those are 150 grain Hornady Interlocks over Varget.

 

[mk25roberts]

My Garand arrived today. 2,004,000 serial number range. The stock had the correct stamps but also has Deer Trail VFW engraved in it. It is a Springfield with a Marlin barrel. Very excited to take it out this weekend.

 

[champ0608]

That's a nice looking rifle, congratulations.

I've bought several rifles from the CMP over the years, and they've never disappointed. Very much a "under promise/over deliver" organization.

If you haven't already, look into competing in CMP events. Its the best way to honor them and the rifles they send to us. Afterall, marksmanship is their primary reason for existing.

 

[shafter]

I've seen some pretty decent field grades so you might get lucky if your just looking for a gun range gun or something to watch Band of Brothers with.

 

[hps1]

DCM purchase in 1983 for just south of $100. I accurized it and shot in service rifle matches until eyesight dictated switching to a bolt gun w/aperture front sight. Sadly neglected for the next dozen years until I figured out a no-drill base to replace rear sight w/a red dot.
Spoiled her girlish looks, but got 'er out of that dark safe. No longer shot match grade groups due to fuzzy red dot, but as good as any service grade rifle.

Then I discovered Primary Arms 3x optic.....and it barely fit, clearing ejection port!

Which brought out her true capabilities:


You'll enjoy that "new" Garand!

Regards,
hps

 

[Nuclear]

hps1, have you considered a mount that replaces the rear hand guard with a picatinny rail and a long eye relief optic (AKA a scout scope)? It would lower the optic over the bore considerably.

But your girl is accurate and still pretty.

 

[hps1]

hps1, have you considered a mount that replaces the rear hand guard with a picatinny rail and a long eye relief optic (AKA a scout scope)? It would lower the optic over the bore considerably.

But your girl is accurate and still pretty.

Never cared for extended eye relief scout scopes. Love the Garand; was issued my first in 1954 and was either issued and/or owned one ever since. Hard to teach an old dog new tricks, I guess.

Regards,
hps

 

[.38 Special]

Thanks for the kick in the butt, @mk25roberts. I've been daydreaming about one of these things for decades and your post (and picture!) finally got me off my keister. Just mailed off the order. Four or five months from now...

 

[mk25roberts]

I haven’t been able to find much info on the VFW stamped stock. It’s stamped VFW on the bottom of the grip, and roughly engraved with deer trail VFW and post number on the left side in front of the SA cartouche. Curious how this ended up at the CMP. I’m guessing the VFW post returned weapons to the CMP and this found its way into the CMP inventory. Anyone see one before?
Thank you.

 

[P5 Guy]

 

[hps1]

I haven’t been able to find much info on the VFW stamped stock. It’s stamped VFW on the bottom of the grip, and roughly engraved with deer trail VFW and post number on the left side in front of the SA cartouche. Curious how this ended up at the CMP. I’m guessing the VFW post returned weapons to the CMP and this found its way into the CMP inventory. Anyone see one before?
Thank you.

Not sure if DCM issued rifles to VFW posts for parade/funeral use, but they did issue rifles to groups who sponsored junior rifle marksmanship programs such as state rifle associations and local gun clubs which met DCM requirements. I was our club's instructor, firearms custodian of the 10 Garands and 12 US144 .22 target rifles on loan from DCM for years.

You could probably learn some more about the history of your rifle by contacting Deer Trail VFW @:

VFW Post 9491
Deer Trail Post
145 Elm Street
Deer Trail,CO 80105
Phone: N/A
Description: Meeting 7:00 pm 3rd Tuesday
VFW Website

https://townsoftheusa.com/Colorado/aaVfw.html

Regards,
hps