Springfield M1A

[Allsmiles]

u I just got a Standard M1A with OD Green stock. Guy said he had put about 30 rounds down range thru it and I believe him. Is there anything special I need to do or know before I go out and shoot the snot our of it. It appears to have grease on the op rod area and I will add some more before I take it out. I know they don't suppress well, so I'm going to be making some noise with this one. I have LR308's and 308 bolt guns, so I'm not worried about recoil issues. Any suggestions or things to watch out for will be appreciated.

 

[echo26]

You have a POS. As a friend and only because I'm a friend I'll take it off your hands and try to unload it elsewhere. Why???? Because, I'm just that kind of guy. I've a stuffed Goose that members are fighting over. I can throw in a dozen eggs and a Walther PPS in 40 caliber.

 

[echo26]

 

[Allsmiles]

I got the eggs covered as we have 3 back yard hens; but thanks for the offer. I got the gun and 2.5 boxes of ammo for a good price. Just wondering if there is anything special or to watch out for first time out (brass or steel cased ammo) with me? Feels like a solid weapon and looks like it needs some powder therapy like its owner. Also, what kind of sling do these need to make them easier to shoot?

 

[Allsmiles]

Ok, I field stripped it (pretty easy I might add) and cleaned it up. I greased everywhere it should be greased with SlipStream. Knocked the sharp edges off the plastic stock of 2000 grit sandpaper. Anything else I need to do before I go shoot it? Also, it only came with a 10 round mag. Are they all the same or do I need the expensive Springfield ones?

 

[roadsignmcclanahan]

Ok, I field stripped it (pretty easy I might add) and cleaned it up. I greased everywhere it should be greased with SlipStream. Knocked the sharp edges off the plastic stock of 2000 grit sandpaper. Anything else I need to do before I go shoot it? Also, it only came with a 10 round mag. Are they all the same or do I need the expensive Springfield ones?

With my M1A never had problems with any ammo I put through it. I bought a couple of these:
http://www.sportsmansguide.com/product/index/mil-spec-m14-m1a-magazine-20-rounds?a=148200
They seemed to work just fine. But when I got mine, Springfield was doing a 3 mag giveaway with purchase. To be honest couldn't tell the difference in them. Sling wise, I used a specter gear 2 point. Which I think it still laying around...my M1A is long gone.

 

[Rwjeter]

My old Socom 16 ran like a champ with everything I fed it. Never had a single issue. I miss that gun..... Take that puppy out blast the hell out of something!

 

[Balthaz]

Same as everyone else, my M1A has fed everything I have put through it.
I just Put Grease on the parts that need it and oil on the other parts and let her rip.
My M1A is one I have had for a long time and do not plan on getting rid of it.
I go through guns real fast sometimes I get Antsy on wanting something else but the M1A has always stayed in my collection.

 

[Willy Leadwell]

I only clicked this thread for the pictures. Since there are none, peace out!

 

[Balthaz]

I only clicked this thread for the pictures. Since there are none, peace out!

 

[Allsmiles]

I only clicked this thread for the pictures. Since there are none, peace out!

Pictures are uploaded, Happy St Pats day since mine has green stock.

 

[Allsmiles]

With my M1A never had problems with any ammo I put through it. I bought a couple of these:
http://www.sportsmansguide.com/product/index/mil-spec-m14-m1a-magazine-20-rounds?a=148200
They seemed to work just fine. But when I got mine, Springfield was doing a 3 mag giveaway with purchase. To be honest couldn't tell the difference in them. Sling wise, I used a specter gear 2 point. Which I think it still laying around...my M1A is long gone.

Thanks for the link, that's what I'm looking for price wise. Would the black web AR15 slings work ok? I only ask because I have several still unused sitting in my AR build stuff.