CMP Carbine in <30 days!

Pronsias · 10-29-2009, 02:08 PM

I don't mean to brag, but...

I sent in my paperwork 9/28, so figure it took a day to get there. I ordered as a new customer. They charged my card 10/23 and delivery date was 10/28. This is quite shy of 2-3 months promised, so far my experience has been positive. Let's hope my Garand clears fast as well.

I didn't make it in time for the ammo. I probably shouldn't have been so honest and checked the website before I mailed it, or else they might've filled my order anyway.

If anyone is put off by the wait, order now! Hopefully you'll get one just as fast.

rondog · 10-29-2009, 03:34 PM

I don't see any photos of this carbine, so it must not have happened.

Pronsias · 10-29-2009, 09:43 PM

POIDH, eh? Very well. The wood is a little rougher that I'd like, and that sticker residue needs to go, but the bore is very nice.
I know it's a light carbine intended to replace pistols, but never having held one before, I'm still surprised by how light it feels. I always thought that Malcolm X's arm would get tired carrying one handed.
So now I need to get mags. As I understand, I need to replace the magazine catch with an M2 version in order to use 30-rounders? Anyone have a good source for magazines (15 or 30), or brands to search for/avoid?

texnmidwest · 10-29-2009, 10:01 PM

Congrats on the Carbine!!! Guess they are starting to catch up. I was supposed to wait 180 days for mine when I ordered back in May. I got it in 90 days. Just may have to order another one!

AOM1Carbine · 10-29-2009, 10:50 PM

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Cyrano · 10-29-2009, 11:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pronsias

So now I need to get mags. As I understand, I need to replace the magazine catch with an M2 version in order to use 30-rounders? Anyone have a good source for magazines (15 or 30), or brands to search for/avoid?

Southern Ohio Gun has blue steel 15 round and 30 round M-1 Carbine magazines for $17.95 and $19.95 respectively. Call 1-800-944-4867.

Cheaper Than Dirt has some as well. Here's the link:

Cheaper Than Dirt - America's Ultimate Shooting Sports Discounter

The Sportsman's Guide has a couple:

Gun Clips And Mags at Sportsman's Guide

That should get you started.

wideym · 10-30-2009, 03:36 AM

The CTD carbine mags work great. I'm guessing the Koreans made them for their own soldiers so they made them to specs. I ordered 6 of their 30 rounders and 1 of their 15 rounders and they all functioned perfectly.

The 30 rounders had the bolt hold open follower, but not the 15 rounder.

Paper · 10-30-2009, 08:39 AM

She's BEAUTIFUL!!! I've been to the north and south store a few times now, and it's really hard to find a good quality rifle in a good stock.. You're saying it's a little rough, but it looks like it'll need minimal cleanup for it to be great!!

Centerfire Systems has 15 round mags with the hold open feature. M1 Carbine 15rd Mag Part #MAGM1C-KR15 I ordered 3 but they're sitting at my local FFL with a couple AR15 receivers I also ordered.. I need to get down and do paperwork and pick up the mags before I can tell you if they're good or not.

I just reasembled my last Carbine from CMP last night. I stripped the stock and gave it 5 rubbed in coats of BLO and one coat of Tung Oil "finish" from Formby's, and then went after the dried tung finish with steel wool.. I couldn't be happier with the results!!

Thanks for the pics of the new addition, and we're all looking forward to your range report!! Oh, AIM has ammo for $19 for a box of 50 right now!! AIM Aguila .30 Carbine 110grn FMJ Aguila .30 Carbine 110grn FMJ

1950oldsoldier · 10-30-2009, 08:38 PM

Based on the comments above I just ordered six 30 round magazines from CTD. What sold me was the hold open feature when the last round is fired :>)

Iron_Colonel · 10-31-2009, 02:13 AM

Congrats on your carbine!! Looks like you're in for a bit of fun with that one! I know I love shooting my own to say the least. I was hoping for a 1903 Springfield, but they are all gone

You're gonna love this one. Looks like you've got a little cleaning up to do, but definitely let us know how it shoots!

tbird430 · 10-31-2009, 11:03 PM

I also noticed that the CMP is out of USGI 15-rnd mags.

Paper · 11-01-2009, 07:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tbird430

I also noticed that the CMP is out of USGI 15-rnd mags.

Yeah, but they're usually very available at most gun shows.

texnmidwest · 11-01-2009, 08:11 AM

I picked up a couple from CDNN investments. Seem to work great.

10-29-2009, 02:08 PM	#1
Pronsias Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: NV Posts: 150	CMP Carbine in <30 days! I don't mean to brag, but... I sent in my paperwork 9/28, so figure it took a day to get there. I ordered as a new customer. They charged my card 10/23 and delivery date was 10/28. This is quite shy of 2-3 months promised, so far my experience has been positive. Let's hope my Garand clears fast as well. I didn't make it in time for the ammo. I probably shouldn't have been so honest and checked the website before I mailed it, or else they might've filled my order anyway. If anyone is put off by the wait, order now! Hopefully you'll get one just as fast.

10-29-2009, 03:34 PM	#2
rondog Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Parker, CO Posts: 3,296	I don't see any photos of this carbine, so it must not have happened. __________________ I child-proofed my house, but they still keep getting in!

10-29-2009, 09:43 PM	#3
Pronsias Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: NV Posts: 150	POIDH, eh? Very well. The wood is a little rougher that I'd like, and that sticker residue needs to go, but the bore is very nice. I know it's a light carbine intended to replace pistols, but never having held one before, I'm still surprised by how light it feels. I always thought that Malcolm X's arm would get tired carrying one handed. So now I need to get mags. As I understand, I need to replace the magazine catch with an M2 version in order to use 30-rounders? Anyone have a good source for magazines (15 or 30), or brands to search for/avoid? Attached Thumbnails Last edited by Pronsias; 10-29-2009 at 09:54 PM. Reason: clicked wrong button

10-29-2009, 10:01 PM	#4
texnmidwest Some People's kids.... Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: South east Wisconsin Posts: 6,978	Congrats on the Carbine!!! Guess they are starting to catch up. I was supposed to wait 180 days for mine when I ordered back in May. I got it in 90 days. Just may have to order another one! __________________ never pass up a bathroom, never waste a ** , and never trust a fart.

10-30-2009, 08:39 AM	#8
Paper Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: IL/WI Border Posts: 1,913	She's BEAUTIFUL!!! I've been to the north and south store a few times now, and it's really hard to find a good quality rifle in a good stock.. You're saying it's a little rough, but it looks like it'll need minimal cleanup for it to be great!! Centerfire Systems has 15 round mags with the hold open feature. M1 Carbine 15rd Mag Part #MAGM1C-KR15 I ordered 3 but they're sitting at my local FFL with a couple AR15 receivers I also ordered.. I need to get down and do paperwork and pick up the mags before I can tell you if they're good or not. I just reasembled my last Carbine from CMP last night. I stripped the stock and gave it 5 rubbed in coats of BLO and one coat of Tung Oil "finish" from Formby's, and then went after the dried tung finish with steel wool.. I couldn't be happier with the results!! Thanks for the pics of the new addition, and we're all looking forward to your range report!! Oh, AIM has ammo for $19 for a box of 50 right now!! AIM Aguila .30 Carbine 110grn FMJ Aguila .30 Carbine 110grn FMJ __________________ I'm on vacation!!!

10-29-2009, 10:50 PM	#5
AOM1Carbine Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Connecticut Posts: 31	Cheaperthandirt.com! Great Site cheap M1 accessories

10-30-2009, 03:36 AM	#7
wideym Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Oklahoma/Arkansas border Posts: 117	The CTD carbine mags work great. I'm guessing the Koreans made them for their own soldiers so they made them to specs. I ordered 6 of their 30 rounders and 1 of their 15 rounders and they all functioned perfectly. The 30 rounders had the bolt hold open follower, but not the 15 rounder.

10-30-2009, 08:38 PM	#9
1950oldsoldier Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: South Carolina Posts: 57	Based on the comments above I just ordered six 30 round magazines from CTD. What sold me was the hold open feature when the last round is fired :>)

10-31-2009, 02:13 AM	#10
Iron_Colonel Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Washington St. Posts: 3,281	Congrats on your carbine!! Looks like you're in for a bit of fun with that one! I know I love shooting my own to say the least. I was hoping for a 1903 Springfield, but they are all gone You're gonna love this one. Looks like you've got a little cleaning up to do, but definitely let us know how it shoots! __________________ Mosin Nagant evangelist on a mission to convert YOU!
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10-31-2009, 11:03 PM	#11
tbird430 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 121	I also noticed that the CMP is out of USGI 15-rnd mags. __________________ "I love the smell of napalm in the morning..."

11-01-2009, 08:11 AM	#13
texnmidwest Some People's kids.... Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: South east Wisconsin Posts: 6,978	I picked up a couple from CDNN investments. Seem to work great. __________________ never pass up a bathroom, never waste a ** , and never trust a fart.