"Inland" Manufacturing M1 Carbines - 1st hand experience

[Sleeplessnashadow]

Made an inquiry with Inland as to an estimate on when my carbine might be returned as I have an upcoming trip. Was advised they were sending a replacement and it should be sometime this week. Will advise.

The issues with the bolt have been consistent with every Inland owner I've had contact with, numbering about 8 now. The thing that concerns me is most are not aware of the problem until they are told what to look for. Given the amount of damage after 400 or 500 rounds the lifespan of these bolts can become a safety issue with the results having the potential of seriously harming someone. Not to make a major issue out of it but it does need to be addressed.

I'll share something I've learned firsthand during my life, especially during my years as a cop. My kids can recite it they've heard it so many times from me.

"With Freedom comes Power. With Power comes Responsibility. The best control is self control. The best discipline is self-discipline. If we fail to exercise either when it's needed someone else may have to step in and do it for us. And we won't like it one bit. So the best control is self control, the best discipline is self-discipline."

Kinda applies to many things in life, particularly if it's a government that thinks they need to be the enforcer.

Jim