CMP RM1 Special Garand wait time shorter

[mlkdvm]

I sent my order for an RM1 special on August 28. I received an email today that it should be shipped today or tomorrow. At the time I ordered it I expected the wait time to be 6 months. Anyone who hasn't taken advantage of the opportunity to get a Garand from CMP is really missing out. A couple of months ago I got an H&R service grade and a Springfield service grade and I was really surprised at how good they looked. Muzzle gauge read less than 1 for the Springfield (with an H&R barrel) and just over 1 for the H&R (with a Springfield barrel).

The CMP program won't last forever. I'm glad I was able to get some while the getting was good.

 

[krs]

My latest creation......concerto in 7.62x51 minor.

 

[1KPerDay]

congrats mlkdvm... post some pics if you can.

 

[wrench]

Friend of mine picked up a 'special' from the cmp last June, and I'll tell you, it's a beautiful thing.
Put up some pics of yours, when you get it...

 

[FlyinBryan]

yup, thats some good news. i was lucky enough to make the trip to the south store in march and picked up a couple of service grades (sa)

and thats some pretty walnut krs.

 

[PT1911]

I probably know the guy that built it...

 

[CZguy]

I probably know the guy that built it...

Can I have your autograph?

Sorry I just couldn't help myself.

 

[ALIZEE2009V]

thanks for sharing.

 

[mlkdvm]

Here are some pictures of my new CMP Special. The receiver is a Springfield from December, 1943. The barrel is a Criterion from December, 2008. Other than a Winchester safety, everything I have looked at is Springfield. The recoil spring is new. A real beauty as far as I'm concerned. I plan on bedding it into a CMP national match stock.

 

[A-FIXER]

mlk... I feel a force and I can't explain it..... it's like a whisper saying you need one.....you need one.... and its not the TV...do I need to get an accountabilty person to get me through this?

 

[Maj Dad]

Nice rifle. I'm sure someone will make you an offer you can't refuse for the WRA bolt...

 

[Candiru]

That's quick delivery. I ordered a service grade at the end of July and haven't heard a peep since the "don't bug us" email.