Is the M1 Garand overrated?

Ah the M1 garand. Ones of the guns that helped win the Second Great War, it was a battle rifle that even 70 some ought years after the war is still found in working and reliable order around the world. No its not overrated.

Is the M1 Garand still a good gun?

Accurate and dependable with an effective range of 600 meters, the weapon as good as if not slightly better than its contemporaries, particularly the German Karabiner Modell 1898 Kurz, otherwise known as the Karabiner 98k, and the Japanese Arisaka Model 99.

Is the M1 Garand good for home defense?

Is an M1 Garand good for home defense? It depends on where you’re calling ‘home’, but in general, no. It can be a good weapon under certain circumstances. It was a very good battle rifle, and if you live in the field and tend to spend the night in foxholes, more power to you!

What’s the muzzle velocity of an M1 carbine?

1,990 ft/s
M1 carbine

Carbine, Caliber .30, M1
Rate of fire	60–70 aimed rounds/min (M1/A1) 750 rounds/min (M2)
Muzzle velocity	1,990 ft/s (607 m/s)
Effective firing range	300 yd (270 m)
Feed system	15- or 30-round detachable box magazine

Is an M1 Garand a good hunting rifle?

The M1 Garand is not inexpensive and I think that as a hunting rifle, it’s best suited for enthusiasts who are getting more out of their hunt by using an M1 Garand. There are far superior hunting rifles for the money, so it’s only really great for those who love the history, and less great as a hunting rifle considering the cost.

Can you still buy an M1 Garand?

What this all means is that you as a civilian have the ability to purchase an M1 Garand for the use of ownership, sporting, and overall enjoyment! However, this privilege does come with a few requirements that are necessary to complete in order to qualify to purchase through the CMP. How this is accomplished is what will be discussed next.

What replaced M1 Garand?

Chambered in .30-06, powered by gas, and famous for even the aural sounds of its ejected clip (known more commonly as the “Garand ping”), the M1 Garand rifle was formally adopted on the January 9, 1936. The rifle replaced the bolt-action Springfield M1903, simply called the “’03,” in late 1937.

How much does a M1 Garand cost?

Now before readers become excited about buying a legitimate .30-06 M1 Garand for a great price (Service Grade $525 in person or $625 mail order), the CMP has certain requirements that must be reached before a civilian can purchase one.