Springfield Armory US Rifle M1A .308 22” Semi-Auto Rifle w Bidpod & Scope
SOLD FOR: $1900
WOA#: WY220929TP004
Make: Springfield
Model: M1A
Serial Number: 083770
Year of Manufacture: Modern
Caliber: .308
Action Type: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Rear top of the receiver is marked “US RIFLE M1A SPRINGFIELD ARMORY 083770”. The top of the bolt carrier group is marked “7790186 TRW ZJ”. The interior of the stock’s magazine well is marked “D-3741 / GB-1 / DT” on the left and “D3742 GB1 DT”
Additional Markings:
Op Rod: “7267064-2 SA”.
Barrel Chamber: “GENESEO .308 MP” with proof marks begind the stamp
Barrel: “TRW7790190 3 63 GB”
Trigger Group: “7267030 66118”
Safety: “SA 11”
Hammer: “5546008 HR AD”
Barrel Length: 22”. 25” with muzzle device
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a National Match grade blade with protective wings and the rear sight is a military aperture sight. Comes with a detachable picatinny rail for customization options that is currently outfitted with a Simmons 3.5-10×50 PRO 50 Scope. The sight picture is clear.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The USGI fiberglass & synthetic (Black) M14 stock has a traditional pistol grip and a fiberglass upper handguard. There are sling swivels mounted at the butt and on the forend. The butt stock has a checkered metal butt plate that swivels up to reveal a second checkered butt plate underneath it. The second buttplate has a trapdoor that covers two holes in the stock for storage of cleaning equipment. There is cleaning equipment stored in the butt. The stripper clip guide has been removed from the dovetail and replaced with a bored block that allows for a picatinny rail and scope to be attached to the receiver.This rifle also comes with a walnut hard wood stock in the same configuration albeit without checkering and a brown fiberglass upper handguard. The LOP measures 13.25” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttstock. The stocks rates in about Fine overall condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: None. This rifle does not come with a magazine, but it can take detachable 7.62x51mm / 308 Win box magazines.
Type of Finish: Black / Grey
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no visible erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 95% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows minor surface wear from responsible prior use and some wear to the edges of the picatinny rail and mount as well as some light scratches throughout the metal finish. The scope has a couple minor scratches and scuffs on the top as well as some more moderate scratching on the adjustment knobs. The bipod legs, when folded, have started to rub some of the checkering but the wear is very light and has only dulled some of the peaks. The screw heads are sharp and pins are serviceable. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Leather Sling, Extra Stock and Upper Handguard, Factory Box
Our Assessment: If you need a reason to own a M1A from Springfield Armory, here’s three: iconic lineage, reliability, and power. The M1 Garand became the workhorse of the American military during WWII and it earned a place of honor and prestige in the history books. The Garand was replaced by a souped up version with a detachable box magazine: the M14. The traditional wood-and-steel combat rifle design would only remain a battlefield staple for a few more years before the M16 came knocking. Still, the M14 served as a marksman rifle for the US military and would earn its own following of diehard fans thanks to its reliability in the field and the power behind the projectiles. This rifle is kitted out for high accuracy, with its adjustable bipod, pistol grip, and hefty barrel with the picatinny rail. Whether you need a firearm to help stock your freezer with game or challenge yourself at long distance range targets, the M1A is a sturdy, tried-and-tested design that belongs in everyone’s collection.