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Post by 2nd Bat on Jul 2, 2010 1:49:41 GMT -5
This is another of my hobbled together dummy Garands using actual stocks and handguards and assorted bits and pieces. It looks way better than the resin replicas and while not as heavy as a real Garand has a nice heft to it. It works great for static display or film work but does absolutely nothing. Sling hardware is there and its a good alternative at living history events that don't allow actual firearms. $145.00 shipped in the US
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Post by 2nd Bat on Jul 30, 2010 0:11:32 GMT -5
I have one more of the all wood and metal M1 Garand non guns. $145.00 plus shipping.
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Post by 2nd Bat on Aug 19, 2010 18:47:32 GMT -5
I'm getting a number of PMs about this remaining rifle so check on availability before sending funds. Obviously first actual commitment gets it. It's not perfect by any means but at $145.00 it represents a really good value.
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Post by 2nd Bat on Aug 20, 2010 23:59:31 GMT -5
Tons of PMs but so far no buyer on this one remaining gun. To answer the most common questions the finish on the metal components are specifically done to replicate a field used (Not newly issued) weapon. The metal finish on all US rifles (especially the Garand) aged at a significantly different rate depending on how hard the metal was. When you look at pictures (even black and white photos from combat footage) you'll notice that the barrels remain quite dark while the gas assembly is usually a lighter shade and the locking lug and lug bolt are almost always very light, almost silver. The receiver group and charging handles dull to a medium grey finish on rifles after the cosmoline is removed and they are exposed to the elements. The butt plates on almost all field Garands appear almost an aluminum silver. All of the metal on this replica has received a clear dull coat finish and when held beside an actual Garand the finish looks very, very close. (To a field weapon)
The stock and handguards are finished in a oiley walnut finish and if you have a problem with the appearance I'm not really sure what to say as they are made using vintage used military stocks and I haven't redone them. The weight is 7 1/2 pounds (a couple pounds lighter than a real Garand) If that's a problem you can easily add weights. If you want flat black metal parts just paint it all. I can provide an orange tip but this is not required on replicas shipped within the US (at least for most states)
Finally in asnswer to several inquiries I have no interest what-so-ever in selling for any less than the $145.00 plus shipping I have it listed at since in materials alone building another would cost more than that!
I hope that clears up the questions. I have additional close up pictures of the rifles from various angles so if you want to have some pictures to look at just PM me with your direct e-mail. I will ignore questions already answered in this thread as folks who don't bother to read details annoy the hell out of me.
Also, only ask about this or any other offering listed in the for sale sections (by any seller) if you're viably interested and actually able to buy. "Dude...I really really really want that cool gun but won't have any money until Christmas." Or " I think I have a friend who might..." or "Will you be making anymore in 2013 cuz that's when I turn 16." Comments like those are incredibly numb and really make me wonder about some of the WW2 airsoft forum members.
Most of the folks on this site are mature, responsible and bright enthusiasts but the mouth breathers are ever present unfortunately and seem to crop up in bunches like bananas some times. Most of the inquiries have been fine and I'm happy to respond but geeze some of the questions and comments are beyond reasonable. "Can it be fixed to shut reel bullats." Not army bullats but .22s?" Guys come on!
My rant is now over. It's a cool replica and in my opinion way way nicer than the resin dummy guns for about the same money.
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