Springfield Armory US Rifle M1A Loaded Rifle .308 22” Semi-Automatic M14
SOLD FOR: $1375
WOA#: WY220918RJ001
Make: Springfield
Model: M1A
Serial Number: 343657
Year of Manufacture: Modern
Caliber: .308 / 7.62X51
Action Type: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Rear top of the receiver is marked “US RIFLE M1A SPRINGFIELD ARMORY 343657”. The top of the barrel is marked, “NM.308”. The top of the bolt carrier group is marked “7790186-SA F00280”. The rear of one magazine is marked with the Springfield Armory Logo. The rubber buttpad is marked with the Springfield Armory crest.
Barrel Length: 22”. 25” with M14 classic long slotted flash suppressor.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a National Match front sight. The Rear Sight is a Match-Grade Aperture Sight with .0520 aperture, ½ MOA windage adjustment and 1 MOA elevation increments.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is composite black with traditional checkered grip and checkered forend and sling rings on the bottom. The top handguard is classic brown composite. This rifle also comes with a black synthetic top piece that has a cutout slot to allow for the installation of a picatinny rail. The buttstock has a rubber butt pad. The LOP measures 13.25” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttstock. There is some minor loose storage wear on the surface of the stock.. The stock rates in about Excellent overall condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: 4x 20 Round magazines Painted Black in Excellent Condition. 1x 10 Round Springfield magazine in Fine Condition. 2x 20rd Thermold Magazines in Excellent Condition. Total of 7 magazines.
Type of Finish: Parkerized
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no visible erosion in the bore. National Match premium air gauged barrel. 1:11 right hand twist.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows some light surface wear from loose storage on the left and right side of the receiver. There are also some light scratches on top of the barrel. The screw heads are sharp and pins are serviceable. 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: Original Springfield Armory Factory Box. Total of 7 magazines. Department of the Army Technical Manual, M1A Manual, Extra top guard, Yellow chamber flag, plastic sight protectors, and Springfield Chamber Lock.
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. 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. This particular M1A Loaded was designed and inspired to produce match-winning accuracy. This rifle is truly an iconic masterpiece and should be the heart’s desire for any collector. Good luck and happy bidding!
