danish garand

[LORD of WAR]

are these any less desirable than a standard springfield or the like?

i found one with a springfield receiver and a danish barrel (VAR) made in 66

from what i've read these guns have great chambers i.e. headspacing

the one i found has a refinished stock and the metal looks minty...i can snag it for $750...think its a good buy? figure itd make a good shooter and i can always upgrade to a springfield or such later???

 

[dhuze]

People love the Danish returns. These were lend/lease rifles the Danes returned to the US. The VAR barrel is one of the better ones for accuracy. I think it's a decent buy being that it's a Danish return. You can always replace the wood or strip it and finish it with BLO.

 

[jpdopes]

The var barreled Garands are highly regarded, but why not buy a service grade Springfield or H&R for $595 from the CMP?

 

[mac1911]

I have read mixed reviews on cmp-forum and milsurps.com. If it is in the shape you say. Still a far better price than any of the boat oars I have seen locally for 700+. right now a CMP service grade is 619.00 delivered, or 1000.00 for the CMP special.

 

[stinx]

Danish with the VAR Barrels are very good guns, assuming the barrels not shot out. Check the muzzle for wear and use a throat gauge to check for throat erosion. Collectors in Stoneham has the gauges.

 

[mac1911]

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