Interesting Bill: Turn over old surplus 1911's to CMP

[Gun Master]

I like it! I'm with you boys. I want one!

 

[Normandy]

I just (this week) received a service grade Garand from CMP. It is a May '45 Springfield, with its original June '45 barrel. Muzzle erosion is "1", throat is "3". Has brand new walnut stock and hand guards, and is in about 98% condition. Price was $730 shipped.

As for rusty, cracked, corroded, worn out Garands being overpriced, I would invite you to read my first paragraph again. This rifle's market value, right now, is about $1,000. I would not sell it for that price. I plan on a long love affair with it.

And, if I can get a 1911A1 from CMP for $1,000 in similar condition, I'll stand in line all day! Colt WWII 1911A1 pistols in nice shape are bringing upwards of $2,000 now. I wouldn't mind adding another one to my collection.

 

[Jim K]

The anti-gunners will oppose this one with every breath in their sick little bodies. It will have no chance.

But neither will the opposite, the antis' pet idea of requiring everyone to surrender to the government any firearms and ammunition that was ever owned by any military force of any country. (Goodbye, Revolutionary War muskets!)

Jim

 

[Guy B. Meredith]

CMP expensive? Are you kidding? They are clearly identified as to condition and you are free to buy those on the market at $1000 plus. Personally, I am quite satisfied with paying $400 for my field grade that shoots 2" groups with the original barrel. Even the fully refurbished rifles are less than the non CMP offerings.

Then add on incredible customer service and you have a bargain.

 

[USAF_Vet]

I'd totally get on board with GI surplus 1911s via CMP. Even if its a worn out rattle trap, if they are priced on par with RIA or other Filipino 1911s, or even a bit more, I'd be all over one. Replace the springs if need be, I bet they will be easily resurrected to quality shooters, if they aren't already.