I’d like to buy a M1 Garand and a 1903, and I’ve been considering getting them both from ODCMP. I have a couple questions about the process I was hoping ya’ll could help me out with.
First, the only Garands still available are “rack grade.” I’ve been told the CMP is very conservative in their condition descriptions. I want a rifle that’s going to be a shooter - can I expect to get a rifle I can take out and shoot, or is a CMP Garand going to require work? Would I be better off buying one elsewhere? If so, where should I look?
The 1903’s are in “good to very good” condition, except for the barrels. Will I need to replace the barrel? The gun is priced at $500 as it is, plus whatever it costs for a barrel and gunsmithing, if I need to replace the barrel. Is it worth it, or will I find a better deal elsewhere?
Also, I’ve reviewed the sticky on this forum about buying from the CMP. I know meet all the requirements (or I will, as soon as I join GOAL), but I didn’t see any information about HOW I go about getting these requirement to the CMP. Is there an application process or some way they confirm this, or do I just send in photocopies of my documents with the order form?
And finally, I wanted to pay by credit card, but I’m uncomfortable writing the cc # on the order form and mailing it in. Has anyone been able to pay with a credit card via an alternative method (first purchase)?
Thanks!
First, the only Garands still available are “rack grade.” I’ve been told the CMP is very conservative in their condition descriptions. I want a rifle that’s going to be a shooter - can I expect to get a rifle I can take out and shoot, or is a CMP Garand going to require work? Would I be better off buying one elsewhere? If so, where should I look?
The 1903’s are in “good to very good” condition, except for the barrels. Will I need to replace the barrel? The gun is priced at $500 as it is, plus whatever it costs for a barrel and gunsmithing, if I need to replace the barrel. Is it worth it, or will I find a better deal elsewhere?
Also, I’ve reviewed the sticky on this forum about buying from the CMP. I know meet all the requirements (or I will, as soon as I join GOAL), but I didn’t see any information about HOW I go about getting these requirement to the CMP. Is there an application process or some way they confirm this, or do I just send in photocopies of my documents with the order form?
And finally, I wanted to pay by credit card, but I’m uncomfortable writing the cc # on the order form and mailing it in. Has anyone been able to pay with a credit card via an alternative method (first purchase)?
Thanks!