I bought my M1 Garand from Tony Giacobbe "The Garand Guy."

 

http://www.garandguy.com/index.html

 

I didn't know a ton about the M1, but Tony showed me a lot of different quality rifles, and I picked the "Super Premium Grade" with the Criterion barrel, which cost $1050 minus an "instant $100 rebate" for $950. It is stunningly beautiful. I get nothing but complements and appreciative glances at the range. I have put around 500 rounds through it, and it is wonderful. Shoots great, makes me smile, "pings" after the 8th shot.

 

I sent him an email, he responded very quickly and we met the next weekend and sealed the deal. Very friendly guy, easy to work with.

 

He is also an FFL, and I don't know his fee but I suspect it would be very reasonable and he wouldn't give you a hard time. He is in Rahway, and is associated with the NJ Firearms Guild, but has most of his stock at an alternative location.

 

-Melgamatic

Tony is one of the top Garand guys in the Counrty. Fast turnaround service and resonably priced.