Orlando
Active Member
If your friend was not happy he did not read the grade description he went off of pictures others posted of what they receivedI do not have the money for it, but with CMP Garands tapering off, I figured I better get one this year. A friend was unhappy with the field grade he got in 2014, so I wanted to get the latest scoop on how field and service grade rifles look these days. I would have a reason to swing by Port Clinton this year (only 3-4 hours RT out of the way), but the reports about in store selection don't sound good.
As an alternative, how much of a premium do you pay for shooter quality via private sales? Just as an example, and I don't plan to bid, what is your opinion of this rifle:
http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=538061633
How much do you think it will go for?
THIS IS A BIG RED FLAG!!!
Never go by pictures of what others post as guys only post pics of the best rifles received
CAREFULLY read the gradee description and expect to get exactly that. If you get anything better it will be a bonus and there will be no dissapointments.
I suggest getting the $730 Service Grade
Guys try a save $100 on the Field gardes but for the first time buyer they are not the best rifle. While many Field Grades are nice many will be in need of barrel repalcement and still be within the grade description. I have personally handled many hundreds of Field Grades and would never take a chance on mail order on one, only hand pick
If you need any help on ordering PM me.