Yes, I was lucky to avoid that. Just a little sore from pushing down on the enbloc clip. Not sure if there is a better way, or if it just needs to be broken in. I managed to not get clipped by the closing bolt.
New CMP wood. I got one of the specials. November 1944 S#. It is basically a new rifle with an old receiver. I like it, if I had know more about this when ordering, I would have grabbed a HRA SG, but I am still happy with mine.
You'll have a great time. Those Specials are real nice and will shoot great!