M1 Garand Blue Sky Imports....questions???

[Ronbo6]

I bought a Blue Sky M1 Rifle at a Gun Show back shortly after they were brought in (mid-90's?). I got it for really cheap because the owner was completely disgusted with it because it would not function at all. I am always up for a challenge, so I figured Why Not?

Well, a new IN-SPEC Gas cylinder fixed the not functioning bit.. Still not out of the woods, though.

Next: Trigger group lock-up was very sloppy. New trigger guard (with good lugs), and replacing the oilsoaked stock which was 'smashed down' on the receiver locking surfaces and if not for that would have given firewood a bad name anyway. Boyd replacement wood set. Check.

Next problem: It would keyhole about half of what it was fed. Yes, you COULD lose a bullet down that bore. In this case it stopped about 3/4" behind the muzzle. New barrel.

Third problem: The ejected clip just barely cleared the receiver. New clip ejector spring.

The rifle now functions perfectly and is probably the best-looking Garand of the three I own.

Total Cost: still a bit less than 'gun show retail' for a fully functioning rifle at the time.