Ordering from CMP

[catinthebat]

I am thinking about ordering a field grade M1 Garand from CMP, due to the amazing price.
The only problem is, I saw that you have to take one of their classes, or a shooting class that they recognize. There's no classes near here, nor do I want to take one.
I remember reading somewhere that you can order from them if you are a war vet, but I'm not sure if this is true, and I can't find it on their website.
If anyone here can verify this for me, it would be very helpful.

 

[Warp]

I am thinking about ordering a field grade M1 Garand from CMP, due to the amazing price.
The only problem is, I saw that you have to take one of their classes, or a shooting class that they recognize. There's no classes near here, nor do I want to take one.
I remember reading somewhere that you can order from them if you are a war vet, but I'm not sure if this is true, and I can't find it on their website.
If anyone here can verify this for me, it would be very helpful.

I'd recommend the Service Grade for $100 more.

They will recognize virtually any class.

I'm pretty sure your DD214 will suffice. If you served you should be exempt from the training class. Or, well, to be more accurate your service is the necessary training.

http://www.odcmp.com/Sales/eligibility.htm

 

[cfullgraf]

What Warp said.

The eligibility requirements are pretty easy to meet without jumping through hoops. The CMP web site and eligibility requirements page.

I agree, get a service grade for your first Garand. You will not be disappointed.

Field grades can be nice but generally need some TLC up front.

 

[Orlando]

Get a Service Grade, I have personally handled many many hundreds of them at the Stores and most are in need of a rebarrel. If you can get to a Store to handpick they are worth a look as there as a few Gems mixed in but I would never take a chance on mail order

Not sure what you mean by taking classes??
If you are a Vet it takes care of firearms activity but still need club membership
Join the M1 Collectors Club for $14 to fullfill club membership

If you need help with this PM me



Marksmanship or other Firearms Related Activity: You must provide proof of participation in a marksmanship related activity or otherwise show familiarity with the safe handling of firearms and range procedures. Your marksmanship related activity does not have to be with highpower rifles; it can be with smallbore rifles, pistols, air guns or shotguns. Proof of marksmanship participation can be provided by documenting any of the following:

•Current or past military service.

•Current or past law enforcement service

•Participation in a rifle, pistol, air gun or shotgun competition (provide copy of results bulletin).

•Completion of a marksmanship clinic that included live fire training (provide a copy of the certificate of completion or a statement from the instructor).

•Distinguished, Instructor, or Coach status. - Concealed Carry License.

•Firearms Owner Identification Cards that included live fire training. - FFL or C&R license.

•Completion of a Hunter Safety Course that included live fire training.

•Certification from range or club official or law enforcement officer witnessing shooting activity. A form for use in completing and certifying your range firing can be downloaded from the CMP web site at http://www.odcmp.com/competitions/forms/marksmanship.pdf

No proof of marksmanship required if over age 60. Proof of club membership and citizenship required for all ages. NOTE: Proof of marksmanship activity is not required for purchase of ammunition, parts, publications or memorabilia.