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jermpool · 10-24-2009, 11:05 PM

Hi my name is Jeremy, and Im new here. I have been wanting to get a Garand for a long time but haven't been able to. This past week I finaly decided that i was going to come up with the money to get one no matter what (selling another gun, maybe) or using my xmas bonus. So I went to a couple of pawn shops to see what they had. #1-nothing,
#2-$1000, There is still a consignment place I want to check out but its a fairly long drive and I haven't had the time to go. I just want to know what the average going price is for a M1. Seems like I saw one a few months back for about $600 but the guy at the pawn shop said $1000 was about normal, of course he could have just been doing his job and trying to make a sale. Thanks

Johnnycat · 10-24-2009, 11:08 PM

Totally depends on consdition, year, correct matching barrel, etc. I would say on the retail side $600-$1200 is about right. You can gt them for $500 from CMP, but that is a tedious process and takes several months.

Gunboker is a great place to look as well - most pawn shops will allow a transfer from Gunbroker for $20-$35.

Johnnycat · 10-24-2009, 11:09 PM

And welcome to Gun & Game!

Browse the posts and add your ~$.02!

wunhunglo · 10-25-2009, 04:47 AM

$1400 for a "New" one from Fulton's!
Check Halloween discounts.

Orlando · 10-25-2009, 10:38 AM

Take your time and look aroundfor a Garand. For a newbie the best and safest way is CMP. You dont have to worry about getting taken or paying to much.
It may seem alittle intimidating at first but is actually very simple to qualify to purchase from them.
Go to thier web site and spend some time looking around.
CMP Home
It is well worth the wait.
If you absolutly cant wait there are other options but you will pay alot more. There are some good deals out there with reasonable prices but you run the risk of getting taken without knowing what to look for.
Welcome to the site

jermpool · 10-25-2009, 02:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Orlando

Take your time and look aroundfor a Garand. For a newbie the best and safest way is CMP. You dont have to worry about getting taken or paying to much.
It may seem alittle intimidating at first but is actually very simple to qualify to purchase from them.
Go to thier web site and spend some time looking around.
CMP Home
It is well worth the wait.
If you absolutly cant wait there are other options but you will pay alot more. There are some good deals out there with reasonable prices but you run the risk of getting taken without knowing what to look for.
Welcome to the site

Proof of U.S. Citizenship--check
Proof of Age--check
Marsmanship Activity--check
Legally Eligible to Purchase a Firearm--check
Membership in CMP Affiliated Organization---uhhh

The only problem I have with CMP is finding a CMP club to join. The ones in my area are mostly high school ROTC. There is one club that I would love to join but the cost is a lot ($125 a year) considering the time it takes me to get there, 40-45 min., since I have a free shooting range about a 2 min. drive from my front door. I would rather put that money towards the rifle or some ammo.

SightNSqueeze · 10-25-2009, 02:31 PM

Welcome aboard jermpool. Keep pursuing a CMP affiliated organization. What are the rules for starting one with fellow collectors? If I was looking for another M1 Garand to add to the three I have now, that is the way I would go. The CMP Garands look better than most that I see out there. JMO.

jermpool · 10-25-2009, 02:38 PM

SWEET I just went down the list of clubs in my state clicking on every one that had a website and found one for $30 for a year. So if the consignment shop fails me I will definately go with the CMP. Its more of a training facility than a club but they are part of the CMP program.

texnmidwest · 10-25-2009, 03:22 PM

Also, the Garand Collector's Association qualifies as an affiliated club and it is only 25 bucks a year.

SightNSqueeze · 10-25-2009, 03:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jermpool

SWEET I just went down the list of clubs in my state clicking on every one that had a website and found one for $30 for a year. So if the consignment shop fails me I will definately go with the CMP. Its more of a training facility than a club but they are part of the CMP program.

That's good news. Of course, you know it doesn't end when you get your M1 Garand. You'll want the correct bayonet at about $100, correct sling at about $35, at least 20-25 eight shot en block clips, and about a case or two of military .30 ball ammunition. Avoid most commercial ammo as it isn’t good for your gas system. Good luck. Just looking for it all and ordering it is half the fun.

charles73 · 10-25-2009, 04:02 PM

First off Jeremy Welcome!!!
Like JohnnyCat said depends....But that being said I know a gentleman who has SEVERAL descent M1 rifles for sale, and by that I mean take it out and shoot it safely and consistently. No their not pristine rack queens that were cream puffs during the WWII and Korea, but they sell between 600-800 dollars.
So where do you live? If you don't want that info on the web you could PM me and I will give you his info.
BTW I feel like mine is every bit worth 1,000+ everytime I pull the trigger!

jermpool · 10-25-2009, 04:13 PM

Im in the Chattanooga TN area, but I am a few months out from having the money. Im just trying to find out how much I need at this point.

gbear-48 · 10-25-2009, 06:17 PM

The CMP South Store in Anniston , Alabama is another option.
Garand Collectors Association:
www.thegca.com

CMP Sales:
www.thecmp.org

TheJoker · 10-25-2009, 07:18 PM

Welcome Jeremy!!!

The CMP store in Anniston, Alabama is a great option. I've heard buying from the CMP stores is a wonderful experience.

twtalbot · 10-26-2009, 10:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jermpool

Im in the Chattanooga TN area, but I am a few months out from having the money. Im just trying to find out how much I need at this point.

CMP currently has a multi-month backlog on orders and doesn't charge a debit or credit card until the order ships, so you could open a debit account, order right away, and start saving-kind of like layaway. That way you don't have to wait once as you save the money and again for the rifle to ship.

Full MeTal Jack · 10-29-2009, 10:50 PM

CMP site has qualified gun clubs , check and see
also check Where To Shoot | Home for something in your area.
Welcome to the disease, Garanditis

Cyrano · 10-29-2009, 11:21 PM

jeremy, welcome to the forum.

CMP does have good deals and you will know exactly what you are getting. But don't count out the big wholesalers. You can buy from them and have them ship it to your local gun shop with a Class 1 FFL; or if you have a Class 03 Curio & Relics FFL, they can ship to the address on your Class 03 FFL, since Garands qualify as C&R guns.

Southern Ohio Gun has Garands, and claims they're the only wholesaler that does. Here's what they have to say about them.

"S.O.G. has acquired a small lot of these historic rifles in good condition from overseas, and is offering them for sale to FFL holders, while they last, at $695. There have been rumors of these type rifles being importable for some time now, but it just never happened. We were fortunate to have the Government approve this one small lot. There may never be another, as it seems the import regulations change just as the administration in Washington changes. These are from Springfield Armory originally, and ended up in an overseas arsenal where they've been for decades. These have to be excellent investment rifles!"

So if you wanted to get the great price, you'd have to work out something with your local gun shop and pay a transfer fee. But it might be doable. You can talk to them about it, anyway, when you have the money in hand.

JimBob · 10-30-2009, 01:57 AM

Beware of the SOG M1s.Reports are not very flattering as to condition.If you are some months out from purchasing one the CMP should have some very nice rifles coming up after the 1st of the year.But be aware there will most likely be an increase in price on rifles and on ammunition if they get anymore surplus HXP.

.22guy · 10-30-2009, 03:37 PM

Definitely go with the CMP. Sure there's a couple hoops, but you will get a nice rifle that is guaranteed to shoot, and not pay pawn shop prices of 1000-1200 bucks.

rondog · 10-30-2009, 04:43 PM

You're in Chattanooga? Jump on The Choo-Choo and go down to Anniston, and buy one in person! Jeez, that's a day-trip for you, an overnighter at the most. That way, you can pick out the one you want and take it home with you. Ordering one and then waiting for it when you live that close is just nuts.

10-24-2009, 11:09 PM	#3
Johnnycat Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Tupelo, MS Posts: 498	And welcome to Gun & Game! Browse the posts and add your ~$.02! __________________ I reserve the right to be wrong.

10-25-2009, 04:47 AM	#4
wunhunglo Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: currently "Sunny West Africa" Posts: 4,102	$1400 for a "New" one from Fulton's! Check Halloween discounts. __________________ How can I 'Soar with the Eagles' when I'm working with such 'Turkeys'!

10-25-2009, 02:31 PM	#7
SightNSqueeze Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Intercoastal Sea Islands, SC, USA Posts: 2,725	Welcome aboard jermpool. Keep pursuing a CMP affiliated organization. What are the rules for starting one with fellow collectors? If I was looking for another M1 Garand to add to the three I have now, that is the way I would go. The CMP Garands look better than most that I see out there. JMO. __________________ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Was "Your" Voice Heard Today? NRA-ILA ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

10-25-2009, 03:22 PM	#9
texnmidwest Some People's kids.... Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: South east Wisconsin Posts: 6,978	Also, the Garand Collector's Association qualifies as an affiliated club and it is only 25 bucks a year. __________________ never pass up a bathroom, never waste a ** , and never trust a fart.

10-25-2009, 04:02 PM	#11
charles73 Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Home On The Range Posts: 69	First off Jeremy Welcome!!! Like JohnnyCat said depends....But that being said I know a gentleman who has SEVERAL descent M1 rifles for sale, and by that I mean take it out and shoot it safely and consistently. No their not pristine rack queens that were cream puffs during the WWII and Korea, but they sell between 600-800 dollars. So where do you live? If you don't want that info on the web you could PM me and I will give you his info. BTW I feel like mine is every bit worth 1,000+ everytime I pull the trigger! __________________ "Life's tough. It's tougher if you're stupid." The Late Great John Wayne Last edited by charles73; 10-25-2009 at 04:04 PM. Reason: subcribed to thread

10-24-2009, 11:05 PM	#1
jermpool Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 5	new guy Hi my name is Jeremy, and Im new here. I have been wanting to get a Garand for a long time but haven't been able to. This past week I finaly decided that i was going to come up with the money to get one no matter what (selling another gun, maybe) or using my xmas bonus. So I went to a couple of pawn shops to see what they had. #1-nothing, #2-$1000, There is still a consignment place I want to check out but its a fairly long drive and I haven't had the time to go. I just want to know what the average going price is for a M1. Seems like I saw one a few months back for about $600 but the guy at the pawn shop said $1000 was about normal, of course he could have just been doing his job and trying to make a sale. Thanks

10-24-2009, 11:08 PM	#2
Johnnycat Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Tupelo, MS Posts: 498	Totally depends on consdition, year, correct matching barrel, etc. I would say on the retail side $600-$1200 is about right. You can gt them for $500 from CMP, but that is a tedious process and takes several months. Gunboker is a great place to look as well - most pawn shops will allow a transfer from Gunbroker for $20-$35. __________________ I reserve the right to be wrong.

10-25-2009, 10:38 AM	#5
Orlando Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,176	Take your time and look aroundfor a Garand. For a newbie the best and safest way is CMP. You dont have to worry about getting taken or paying to much. It may seem alittle intimidating at first but is actually very simple to qualify to purchase from them. Go to thier web site and spend some time looking around. CMP Home It is well worth the wait. If you absolutly cant wait there are other options but you will pay alot more. There are some good deals out there with reasonable prices but you run the risk of getting taken without knowing what to look for. Welcome to the site

10-25-2009, 02:38 PM	#8
jermpool Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 5	SWEET I just went down the list of clubs in my state clicking on every one that had a website and found one for $30 for a year. So if the consignment shop fails me I will definately go with the CMP. Its more of a training facility than a club but they are part of the CMP program.

10-25-2009, 04:13 PM	#12
jermpool Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 5	Im in the Chattanooga TN area, but I am a few months out from having the money. Im just trying to find out how much I need at this point.

10-25-2009, 06:17 PM	#13
gbear-48 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 104	The CMP South Store in Anniston , Alabama is another option. Garand Collectors Association: www.thegca.com CMP Sales: www.thecmp.org

10-25-2009, 07:18 PM	#14
TheJoker Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 1,071	Welcome Jeremy!!! The CMP store in Anniston, Alabama is a great option. I've heard buying from the CMP stores is a wonderful experience. __________________ "Be wary of strong drink. It can make you shoot at tax collectors... and miss." -- Lazarus Long

10-29-2009, 10:50 PM	#16
Full MeTal Jack Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Southeast Texas Posts: 1,914 Images: 6	CMP site has qualified gun clubs , check and see also check Where To Shoot \| Home for something in your area. Welcome to the disease, Garanditis __________________ Guns and cameras don't mix

10-29-2009, 11:21 PM	#17
Cyrano Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: New York Posts: 6,927	jeremy, welcome to the forum. CMP does have good deals and you will know exactly what you are getting. But don't count out the big wholesalers. You can buy from them and have them ship it to your local gun shop with a Class 1 FFL; or if you have a Class 03 Curio & Relics FFL, they can ship to the address on your Class 03 FFL, since Garands qualify as C&R guns. Southern Ohio Gun has Garands, and claims they're the only wholesaler that does. Here's what they have to say about them. "S.O.G. has acquired a small lot of these historic rifles in good condition from overseas, and is offering them for sale to FFL holders, while they last, at $695. There have been rumors of these type rifles being importable for some time now, but it just never happened. We were fortunate to have the Government approve this one small lot. There may never be another, as it seems the import regulations change just as the administration in Washington changes. These are from Springfield Armory originally, and ended up in an overseas arsenal where they've been for decades. These have to be excellent investment rifles!" So if you wanted to get the great price, you'd have to work out something with your local gun shop and pay a transfer fee. But it might be doable. You can talk to them about it, anyway, when you have the money in hand.

10-30-2009, 01:57 AM	#18
JimBob Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: East Central Illinois Posts: 725	Beware of the SOG M1s.Reports are not very flattering as to condition.If you are some months out from purchasing one the CMP should have some very nice rifles coming up after the 1st of the year.But be aware there will most likely be an increase in price on rifles and on ammunition if they get anymore surplus HXP.

10-30-2009, 03:37 PM	#19
.22guy Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 5,221	Definitely go with the CMP. Sure there's a couple hoops, but you will get a nice rifle that is guaranteed to shoot, and not pay pawn shop prices of 1000-1200 bucks. __________________ My first priority will be to reinstate the assault weapons ban as soon as I take office.

10-30-2009, 04:43 PM	#20
rondog Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Parker, CO Posts: 3,296	You're in Chattanooga? Jump on The Choo-Choo and go down to Anniston, and buy one in person! Jeez, that's a day-trip for you, an overnighter at the most. That way, you can pick out the one you want and take it home with you. Ordering one and then waiting for it when you live that close is just nuts. __________________ I child-proofed my house, but they still keep getting in!