M1 Garand 6.09M

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CMP has Service Grade rifles for $730: M1 Garand - Civilian Marksmanship ProgramCivilian Marksmanship Program

To be eligible to buy from CMP see: Eligibility Requirements - Civilian Marksmanship ProgramCivilian Marksmanship Program

If this is your first Garand start off with a CMP Service Grade, do a little research (CMP forums offer much info and great contacts) and then ponder other niche Garands like the 6.09 mil serial number range.

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