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Hi!
I’m super excited about my first M1 Carbine, but I’m wondering what type of mags I should use as it has some fitting problems with the current reproduction magazine.
Additionally, what do yall recommend for accessories such as slings or mag pouches? If so, should I get reproduction or original?
I'd only use original mags, they don't give problems. Things like "Promag", in the past I had nothing but problems with and scrapped them all. Original slings can be expensive for a nice one but you can get Vietnam issue slings for a bit cheaper maybe... Mag pouches are still around too, they made so many. Let us see a picture heavy of this carbine...?
Thank you! Where do you recommend finding original magazines?Quote:
Originally Posted by browningautorifle
Here’s a few pics, let me know what you think! I picked it up for $1200
https://imgur.com/a/PhCEzRJ
I'm bring the pics here as the link may not last. There's some real expertise here that will come along shortly and have a look. I think it'll work fine. $1200USD? Not sure what they're worth in the US. Original mags, you could place a WTB here in forum and someone may have some in his pockets to sell you, pouches and sling too. Winchester 6588147...?
Ah I see, I’m new to this , yes that is the serial number.
Numrich has original mags.
Military Surplus M1 Carbine Magazines for Sale | Numrich Gun Parts
I bought a mag Pouch that came with 2 new repop mags. After a little fiddling with the feed lips they both function flawlessly, in fact betterthan the original mag that came with my carbine. No markings on them at all so can't say where they came from or who made them.
Listen I'm not trying to be an A$$ or anything but your reciever looks like it spent a significant amount of time under water. Are your raceways smooth or are they heavily pitted like the outside of the receiver? I would bring that to a gunsmith and have it diagnosed to be safe to shoot.
I was thinking a rusted outside and then a sandblast before refinish...but what caused the rust.Quote:
Originally Posted by oldfoneguy
I’ve purchased a few items from Liberty Tree Collectors site. They have used USGI mags and post war carbine slings plus much more for M1 Carbines. Their pricing is pretty good and the quality of the items I purchased was very good for used items.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mclemens7
They would be good...Quote:
Originally Posted by Chas100
https://www.libertytreecollectors.co...idCategory=109
Did you read any of the info I posted for you about this Carbine 3 or 4 days ago when you asked: "What's the Story"Quote:
Originally Posted by Mclemens7
Glad to see you found us :beerchug:
I was waiting for you Charlie...Quote:
Originally Posted by painter777
Mclemens7,
You being new to the USGI M1 Carbine and this being your 1st, I'd recommend learning to take it down. Deep cleaning everything and inspecting. Look for burrs on the guide rails your Op slide rides in and the inner rails your Bolt rides and rotates in. Check the face of your Bolt and see if the Ejector @ the 6 position pushes in and back out freely. The Firing Pin glides smoothly forward and back. Again on the face see that the Extractor swings open to the left (under spring pressure) and back to the right when you release pressure. Look for the tiny Plunger behind the left side of the Extractor, It's recessed in a hole in the Bolt's big right lug. Make sure the Flat Edge of the Plunger is setting on the Ledge of the Extractor (SEE PICTURE. The Extractor has a lip that grabs the cartridge rim look and feel for and chip, burr there. For now you could use a spray cleaner for your Trigger housing assembly and could soak the Bolt. But in time you'll need a Bolt tool to R and R your Bolt for proper maintenance. Your Op Slide Spring should be ~10 1/4" Most will buy replacements GI equivalent. I use a worn .38 brush between my fingers to twist in the chamber. Use a lightweight grease on the rails where the Bolt Lugs ride/rotates, same with the Op Slide rails. Also dab the tabs on the Op Slide and inside near the pull where the Bolts Right Lug engages.
Look at your Gas Piston Nut to see if it's tight. These take a special wrench so don't try to tighten without the correct wrench. Most Nuts are Staked, but not all.
Some How to Videos from a Club member:
How to Videos and links - The Carbine Collector's Club
We've all been there, so there are no silly questions.
Questions for you... Is that a SA stock and SA rear sight?
Charlie is correct, the only dumb question is the one that you are afraid to ask. I've been collecting for more than 40 years and I'm still asking and learning. The more you learn, the more you realize that you still don't know. The guys who give people a hard time about asking questions are the ones who usually know the least but think they know everything. Ignore them and ask away! BTW, when you ask some questions, be ready for 10 different answers from 5 different guys! *LOL*
You asked what's next?
If this is your first carbine I'd 2nd the recommendation to learn to field strip it right away. That teaches you how it works, allows you to clean and properly lubricate it, and exposes any glaring problems before you try to shoot it. The US Army familiarization and training video posted in this forum is an excellent start as well.
As to magazines, if your originals are mint they should probably stay on the display shelf at this point ($$$).
However, if the original is well used you can bet that it probably needs the spring replaced. Why? Because weak springs cause failure to feed properly. How do they get weak? Because some people think magazines are where you long-term store your ammo. Well they aren't, and extended compression will weaken the springs. Replacement springs are available online if you want to go that route.
I've had good success with KCI brand 15 round magazines from Korea. J&G Sales has a great deal on them (10 for $100). I can't speak for their 30 rounders as I've never tried them.
Finally, don't take the critical observations about your new carbine to heart. It's force of habit with seasoned/jaded collectors to ruthlessly analyze and comment. But their first time was long in the past, yours is now. She looks like a good one with character and will likely be a great shooter for you so take her to the dance and enjoy!