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So I've been offered a Springfield armory M1 Garand for $600. The wood is in Excellent to near perfect condition, and the metal has little wear (90-95%). It has apparently been re-barreled, and fires fine.It is from around 1947 (according to the serial number) and was never issued nor seen combat.

I have also been offered a M14 (M1a). I know no details so far, other than it fires and comes with extra magazines. I will be looking at it this week. He wants $800 for it.

My question is, which seems like a better buy? My heart is torn. What do you guys think would be the smarter purchase?

 

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I believe it's a .308. As far as the model for the M1a, I do not know. I'll find out sometime this week. What models would make it an excellent deal?

 

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I've heard to watch out for 'clones'. I'll check for Springfield trade marks when I get it.

 

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Um, a life time warranty? I didn't know that. Thanks for your info! I'll have your post up when i'm checking out the rifle.

I can't buy both, just can't afford it. That's why i'm so torn. However my uncle will buy the M1 if I buy the M14, so I can always shoot it I guess.

 

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Ok the "M1a" is made by Polytech. Comes with five 20rd magazines, and 1000 rounds of Surplus ammo. He wants $800. Any advice?

 

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One more thing, the "Heel Marked" Poly's are considered the best of the Chinese M14's. Is this one stamped on the heel, or the side?

No it's marked on the side....

Gah what should I do... haha.

 

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**** it. . . so what your saying it is a better deal then the M1 Garand? That is my question. Which one is the better buy/which will i be more likely to be satisfied with?