I walked into my LGS today, and saw an M1 Garand on the rack. All the tag said was: "Springfield M1 Garand. 7.62. Match Sights. Heavy Barrel. $2200".
I know absolutely nothing about the M1, never touched one, don't know what the fit and finish is supposed to be like, nothing. The wood appeared to have some sort of high gloss finish on it, and the muzzle appeared to have a tiny bit of rust on it. Other than that, I didn't look too close. Didn't want to pick it up for closer inspection and do something stupid and end up buying a $2200 rifle. So, my question is, is that a fair price? It seems kind of high to me, but I'm no expert.
Sorry for the lack of info.
I know absolutely nothing about the M1, never touched one, don't know what the fit and finish is supposed to be like, nothing. The wood appeared to have some sort of high gloss finish on it, and the muzzle appeared to have a tiny bit of rust on it. Other than that, I didn't look too close. Didn't want to pick it up for closer inspection and do something stupid and end up buying a $2200 rifle. So, my question is, is that a fair price? It seems kind of high to me, but I'm no expert.
Sorry for the lack of info.