the rifles in the link I posted are priced according to the market. The CMP prices are artificially low. I like to know what I am getting instead of risking getting something in the mail with a worn throat and muzzle. So I look for numbers like 1.5-2 te I also like looking at pictures of what I am getting so I can look for little things like how the ferule meats the wood (slung a bunch), and whether the lugs are flattened (lock-up). To be assured of the same quality through CMP you have to hand pick or order a 950 dollar rifle anyway. Would I order a 625 dollar rifle from CMP? sure if it was for parts or a second or third rifle or a starter rifle. If it was my one and only I am either going there in person, forking out extra dough for a special grade or looking elsewhere.
Another good option is to peruse the classifieds on the CMP forum. You've just got to know what you are looking for. The days of the nice 600-800 dollar Garand are over unless you know a guy. Heck even a new production Savage rifle is over 600. A dollar doesn't go as far as it used to. Well ok you might be able to find something decent in the 800 range.
Another good option is to peruse the classifieds on the CMP forum. You've just got to know what you are looking for. The days of the nice 600-800 dollar Garand are over unless you know a guy. Heck even a new production Savage rifle is over 600. A dollar doesn't go as far as it used to. Well ok you might be able to find something decent in the 800 range.