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THE CLASSIC M1 GARAND: AN ONGOING LEGACY FOR
SHOOTERS & COLLECTORS
Jim Thompson
Binding Type: Softcover


M1 Garand remains the most popular high-powered target
semiautomatic in the world – & arguably the most rugged &
durable. This sequel is an up-to-date guide to admiring,
shooting & collecting this classic rifle well into the 21st
century. Photos, illus.; 8.5x11 inches, 112 pgs.

The only full-power, semiautomatic standard infantry rifle in
existence during World War II, the M1 Garand remains the most
popular high-powered target semiautomatic in the world – and
arguably the most rugged and durable. This sequel to The
Complete M1 Garand is an up-to-date guide to admiring,
shooting and collecting this classic rifle well into the 21st
century. Part One includes the M1’s tactical, developmental and
industrial history, takes a realistic look at its perceived
“flaws” and presents savvy advice on buying parts and parts kits
in today’s marketplace. Plus it incorporates charts detailing
the M1’s World War II and postwar delivery chronology, to be
used as general guidelines when restoring an M1.
The second half of the book addresses some common questions
about the rifle and covers some of the touchiest aspects of
maintaining the rifle. It is dedicated to the enjoyment and
maintenance of the M1, addresses some common questions about the
rifle, and covers some of the touchiest aspects of maintaining
and smoothing the rifle in detail, with some nearly foolproof
procedures.
$19.95 |