An imitation M-1 Carbine, built by Auto-Ordnance, bought brand-new in October '07.
It was my first gun purchase, then age 52.
After about 120 rds and treated tenderly, I had no idea how the bolt could have gotten out of the proper track and jammed.
While it was undergoing the free factory repair, the idea that an All-American carbine could cost about $750, yet have an internal malfunction turned me against it and I sold it at a real loss.
For a semi-auto, I have since preferred the rugged construction/reliability of my "Commie" Semi-Auto Rifle (SKS: 2,000 rds.), and Ruger Mini.
Wish that I had read up on the AOs beforehand.