Dave29461
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My BNL and I got to attend the CMP Advanced Maintenance Class in 2019 and built a .308 Garand from scratch. If you get a chance it was a great class and the rifles we built are excellent.
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My BNL and I got to attend the CMP Advanced Maintenance Class in 2019 and built a .308 Garand from scratch. If you get a chance it was a great class and the rifles we built are excellent.
nightstryke
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The 308 Garands are harder to find.
@Imaduckin If you want a Garand, your best bet is to do what I did and get a Field Grade or Rack Grade from the CMP. That way you're not paying $1k+ to get into a Garand. Though finding .30-06 Springfield right now is a pain in the ass, every time I go to PSA Summerville they've got 8mm Mauser on the shelf but not .30-06 Springfield, it's a conspiracy I tell you!
mark_b
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Do the 308s have any advantages/disadvantanges for shooting or collecting over the 30-06?
I would like a Garand and already have some 308 rifles but no 30-06s.
I would like a Garand and already have some 308 rifles but no 30-06s.
nightstryke
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Quite honestly if you want an affordable Garand go through the CMP ( Civilian Marksmanship Program - https://thecmp.org )
Try and get a Field, Rack, or Service Grade, well worth it.
Right now I'm in dire need of .30-06 for my M1, the prices and scarcity have been bleak in my area.
mark_b
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I have been looking the past few weeks at the CMP site. Right now the only thing available is the Expert level in 308 and 30-06. They come with new stocks and barrels. All of the other models are sold out. Any idea if the other grades will be available in the future?
nightstryke
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It happens sporadically so just keep looking, if something pops up get your paperwork done and in fast.
