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M1 Garand 4 Round Internal Box Magazine
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It looks like you'd have to unscrew the trigger, yank everything out, and replace magazine parts and trigger group. There are states out there who restrict number of rounds in a semi-automatic for hunting purposes.
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We need to see a nice, clear photo of the action disassembled.
Here are some nice pics of the disassembly process. (Follow the link) http://www.surplusrifle.com/garand/rifledisassembly/index.asp
Here are some nice pics of the disassembly process. (Follow the link) http://www.surplusrifle.com/garand/rifledisassembly/index.asp
From the looks of it that scope mount covers the clip latch release. I'm guessing some one hunted with this gun enough to modify a clip and I'm guessing the clip ejection spring will be missing or snipped off to keep clip from being released. Have you tried to just pull the clip out?
Also the screw on the trigger latch has 2 functional possibilities
1. The latch comes unlocked from lack of tight lock up
2. Prevents any doubt as to being able to remove the 4 round clip to insert 8 rounds.
I'm standing buy my guess this was a seroius deer gun for a old timer
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1. The latch comes unlocked from lack of tight lock up
2. Prevents any doubt as to being able to remove the 4 round clip to insert 8 rounds.
I'm standing buy my guess this was a seroius deer gun for a old timer
More pics
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You guys are correct, old timer & deer hunter. It is a 1944 Springfield that I bought from the original owner's son. It was modified a number of years ago into a tanker. I bought it knowing of the modifications but the price was right.
Fast forward to issue 2, I have been loading/unloading ammo and operating the bolt dry. Last time I released the bolt (no round) I could not open it again. Stuck closed. Ideas?
Edit: Scope mount left no permanent modifications to the receiver
Fast forward to issue 2, I have been loading/unloading ammo and operating the bolt dry. Last time I released the bolt (no round) I could not open it again. Stuck closed. Ideas?
Edit: Scope mount left no permanent modifications to the receiver
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Clip release do not release a clip.
Stuck bolt? You could try a sharp blow to the floor on the recoil pad and see if it opens or careful blows with a rubber mallet on op rod.....id whack the Butt end of stock on flloor 1st.
take the screw out and remove trigger group. Go from there
take the screw out and remove trigger group. Go from there
First time I have seen a "sporterized" Garand. If the bolt is still stuck, start by removing the trigger group and stock. Pull the operating rod off and then try to tap the bolt lug firmly with a nylon-coated hammer. That may jar it loose.
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Stripped it and got the bolt unstuck. Also, removed a modified clip. The clip release appears to actuate but I don't have any clips to test it with. Do you see anything that would make you think I can't load an unmodified clip w/o issue?
I have seen a few sporterized M1s most don't come out of the closet until the final hunting days are over. http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=325473482....curious if the stocks are actual m1 stocks or complete custom?
They are out there. Old timers of today didn't think twice about sport'n these cheap surplus items.....I don't even want to talk about all the sport 03,k98 ectect
cool little piece and you got the history to boot...see if you can get some pics of the old man with the rifle over some of his taken game...post those also
They are out there. Old timers of today didn't think twice about sport'n these cheap surplus items.....I don't even want to talk about all the sport 03,k98 ectect
cool little piece and you got the history to boot...see if you can get some pics of the old man with the rifle over some of his taken game...post those also
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Sporterized Garand makes me sad![[crying]](/xen/styles/default/xenforo/smilies.vb/006.gif "Crying [crying]")
no kidding i died a little inside after opening this thread
Looks like everything is there. Depending on how the trigger group has been modified, you may need to purchase a new (or surplus) one. Good resources are Garand Gear and PackRat Collectibles (have bought parts from both with good results). Both also sell enbloc clips.
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Trigger guard snaps into place w/o the screw. I'm thinking this guy had it setup primarily as a deer gun.
I assumed it was a custom stock, anything I can look for to determine if it is a modified original?
Here is a pic of the trigger group:
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Thanks, I'll order when it's back in stock.
The gas cylender is stainless they where painted I think originally. Blueing might look aweful on stainless. I don't have a picture but I used flat black high heat spraypaint. Looks fine.
As for original stock? You could pull the recoil pad and see if the storage holes are there?
If your serious about refinishing or getting it back to tanker status check this guy
http://shuffsparkerizing.com/services/the-mini-g/ I have seen some of his reparkerize work and it was A+
If your serious about refinishing or getting it back to tanker status check this guy
http://shuffsparkerizing.com/services/the-mini-g/ I have seen some of his reparkerize work and it was A+
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mac1911 was nice enough to get me hooked up with some clips, thanks again!
But, I am now having issues loading the clips into the rifle. An unloaded clip will slide right in but a loaded clip will not push all the way down and latch. (disregard the ugly ammo, it won't be shot)
But, I am now having issues loading the clips into the rifle. An unloaded clip will slide right in but a loaded clip will not push all the way down and latch. (disregard the ugly ammo, it won't be shot)
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Could be the angle you are trying to insert enbloc. The scope mount may be the issue. Try same enbloc with mount removed.
Ugly ammo? Never seen that. All ammunition is sexy.
~Matt
Ugly ammo? Never seen that. All ammunition is sexy.
~Matt
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I'll get it stripped down and take some pictures in the next day or so.
The scope isn't getting in the way, I have a nice straight shot down. The scope will be coming off anyway though.
Ugly ammo:
Slam the ammo against a table and into the en bloc to make sure it's all properly aligned. Looks like some of the bullets might be hitting as you try to load it. Also, the en bloc you have might not like your Garand. I've had shitty Chinese en blocs load fine empty, but stick getting further down into the receiver when fully loaded. Needless to say, I don't use those and had to buy some better quality ones.
