medic2264 11 Posted May 15, 2015 When the CMP announced the release of the IHC M1 Garands, I decided to throw my hat into the ring. I put in for a "Gap Letter" receiver, but I did not make the cut. i got a email asking if I would like a Field grade with an "LMR Barrel". I've been following some of the other forums, and read where the only part on the rifle that was "IHC" was the receiver. I didn't really care either way, I've always wanted a "Tractor" rifle. George at Oakridge Gun service ($32.10 for transfer and NICS) called me the other day to let me know the rifle was in. Lets just say I am extremely happy with what the CMP sent me.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
medic2264 11 Posted May 15, 2015 here's the rest of the pics Throat erosion is great at a "3" AND HERE IS THE REASON WHY IT'S GRADED AS A "FIELD GRADE" RIFLE JUST THE TIP.... AND WE NOW GO BALLS DEEP IN HER..... Stock was nothing special, looks like overseas replacement walnut stock. No markings what so ever. Very dirty, rear hand guard and stock match, front hand guard is new replacement wood from the CMP. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
medic2264 11 Posted May 15, 2015 The gas cylinder and front sight match "IHC" profile. The only part that is not IHC is the bolt. 12SA heat lot A8W (Nov 1942 only) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
usnmars 136 Posted May 15, 2015 With a nice tight throat a crown refacing may do wonders for those readings Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
medic2264 11 Posted May 15, 2015 With a nice tight throat a crown refacing may do wonders for those readings That's what I'm thinking... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
medic2264 11 Posted May 15, 2015 So i thought the stock was gonna be walnut. Not so, I think it might be birch? The rear hand guard is definitely walnut BEFORE AFTER Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fred2 367 Posted May 15, 2015 What kind of ammo do you use when you hunt tractors? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
usnmars 136 Posted May 15, 2015 Birch stains great with leather dye, many regular oil based wood stains leave birch looking splotchy. Nice gun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WhiskeyTangoFoxtrot 358 Posted May 15, 2015 Me likey. Now I'm regretting not getting one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amish869 6 Posted May 16, 2015 I received mine last year around this time. Service grade LMR barrel, got to love CMP! Good luck with your new rifle. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
medic2264 11 Posted May 28, 2015 Stock work is all complete. This was an unfinished Boyds stock that I found in my garage (purchased in 2009), funny how you find things you forgot about when you're actually looking for something else. Finish is 7 coats of danish oil, and beeswax / turp mix was applied. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
9X19 125 Posted December 13, 2015 Wow, what a great M1! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
10X 3,296 Posted December 13, 2015 What kind of ammo do you use when you hunt tractors? Deere loads. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pizza Bob 1,488 Posted December 13, 2015 What kind of ammo do you use when you hunt tractors? Deere loads. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
10X 3,296 Posted December 15, 2015 Thanks. I was afraid that joke was too agrarian to work in NJ. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mustang69 505 Posted December 15, 2015 Deere loads. now THAT was funny. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mipafox 438 Posted December 15, 2015 That's extremely cool. I'm not a big milsurp guy and did not know those existed. And yeah, Deere loads Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnnyB 4,322 Posted December 15, 2015 Deere loads. NOW THAT WAS A GOOD ONE!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites