Springfield Armory US Rifle M1A .308 Semi-Auto Rifle, Civilian Model M14
SOLD FOR: $1525
WOA#: WY230321WW008
Make: Springfield
Model: M1A
Serial Number: 348390
Year of Manufacture: Modern
Caliber: .308
Action Type: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Rear top of the receiver is marked “US RIFLE M1A SPRINGFIELD ARMORY 348390”. Top of the bolt carrier is marked “7790186 – SA F00298”. The bottom of the sling is marked “SPRINGFIELD ARMORY Geneseo, IL 64254”. The right side of the front sight is marked “NM C62”.
Barrel Length: 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.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are traditional walnut wood stocks with a composite top handguard. The buttstock is metal with a flip-up shoulder brace. The LOP measures 13.25” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttstock, which has a shoulder rest. The stock rates in about Excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: Parkerized
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is little to no visible erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows no visible wear. The screw heads are sharp and pins are unmarred. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Excellent 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: This rifle comes with a 10rd Springfield magazine and attached leather sling in Very Good condition.
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, which this rifle mimics, 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. Whether you’re shooting for accuracy and you need a firearm to help stock your freezer with game or give some protection against things that go bump in the night, the M1A is a classic design that belongs in everyone’s collection.