Second: As a National Guardsmen in NJ, I was on the State high power rifle team and competed with a State-issued M14. If you happen to own the M14DC sound suppressor you will need to use the DC Vortex and GLFS-D/H-18 from SEI. It was introduced in 1998 (see "Dope Bag," April, 2000, p. 50). The concept of the scout rifle was developed by recognized gun expert, the late Lt. Col Jeff Cooper. The sniper with the highest kill ratio in vietnam was an Army sniper using an M21 which is nothing more than an accurized M14 with a 10 power scope. I have the precursor to the Scout Squad, the Bush model. The Scout model is very handy. It is the ultimate National Match shooting machine for longer ranges, with superior accuracy out to 750. [SHOT 2022] Zastavas in .308 Win: M77 Semi-Auto and M07-AS Bolt-Action Rifles, NEW Daniel Defense DD5 308 Short Barrel Rifle, Dark Storm Industries DS-25 Typhoon Lightweight .308 Win Rifles. In those days I believe the toy manufacturer Matel made them. American eagle 168gr. Leupold FX-II 2.5x28mm IER Scout on the M8 optics rail from UltiMAK. Here's the complete price breakdown of this M1A project: Springfield Armory M1A, $1,640; Troy BattleRail M14, $279; McMillan Adjustable M3A, $548; SA Custom Shop glass-bedding service, $175; SA Custom Shop NM tuning, $35; SA Custom Shop NM barrel installation, $230; Leupold Mark 4 LR/T, $1,874; EOTech HHS II, $1,002. Good review. The Springfield M1A Scout Squad has an eighteen inch 1:11 right-hand six-groove carbon steel barrel. Gun Review: Springfield Armory M1A Scout Squad, NRA Smoking Gun on National Parks Rifle Regs, Oh, The Humanity: Latest Polling Shows a Majority of Americans Now Oppose an Assault Weapons Ban, Smith & Wesson Announces the New M&P FPC Pistol Caliber Carbine, Get Ready for the Invasion of Canadian Feral Super Pigs, http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac160/The_H2O_, http://www.fredsm14stocks.com/catalog/parts.asp. The M1A Scout Squad model is a shortened version of the Standard Issue model, designed for and marketed towards law enforcement as a replacement for shotguns and an alternative to the AR-15. MSRP for the synthetic M1A Scout Squad Rifle is $1,883. These scout rifles feature a forward-mounted Picatinny rail for optics, ghost ring backup iron sights, a detachable 10-round box magazine (5 rounders are available), and a traditional scope mounting option. The M1A line has had various models throughout the years, but as a whole, has been a real contender in the 308 market for as long as I can remember. You could not give them to me. Great review. The fore-end of the stock sports an integral bipod that folds up completely into the stock, an accessory rail and five sling attachment points, another Cooper notion. Rear Sight: Military Aperture, Adjustable for Windage and Elevation Savage 775A 16 GA. Springfield Loaded 1911 .45. There are, however, a few important differences: M1A receivers are made from precision investment cast AISI 8620 alloy steel. lol. When I first purchased the firearm from Springfield Armory, thats exactly the question I set out to answer. shimmed gas. I like it a lot because I can carry it in the house without hitting the wifes nice stuff. I own the Scout Model. As for your dealer having a rack full of M1As not selling.. you are clearly showing the true purpose of your review with that statement. I have a Scout-Squad with a UTG 2-7x44 Accushot Scout in a Bobro SCAR mount. One drawback of extended eye relief scopes is that they lack the full magnification of larger rearward-mounted optics. I highly advise M1A owners to install a winter trigger guard. After all, the average American gun owner isnt using it for jungle combat. They are one of the most respected in history because for all practical purposes, the M14 is an M1 Garand with a detachable magazine. But it still performs very well, especially for its price-point. Needs to delve into Ultralight Ar308s, POF Rogue, VSeven, Red River rifles that dont bear the name Scout like the Springfield but do everything the Squad Scout does but better. And a Turner National Match Biothane All Weather Sling. First shot i jerked trigger and was low and left 3, next shot was relaxed and dead on bull. It also allows you to see quite well in dim light conditions. The gas block distance from the handguard looks shorter (angle of the pic? OK, maybe not so much the Norton. $54.99. Springfield M1A .308 WIn Scout Squad Rifle with Desert FDE Finish In Stock Brand: Springfield; Item Number: AA9116; Springfield M1A Standard 308 with Flat Dark Earth Composite Stock In Stock Brand: Springfield; Item Number: MA9120 Springfield M1A Loaded . Firing it in full auto was a little iffy, hard to keep on target, but it was a lot of fun. I would have traded my M-4/203 in a HEART BEAT for an M14. People whine about how heavy it is but the difference between that and my 30.06 or the .270 is negligible a man carries a rifle to the field, not a toy gun. Shooting under time pressure out to 200 yards, the Scout Squad was quick, precise and powerful. A rifleman can use the combination to press out a shot with minimal effort. Why do people insist on ruining perfectly wonderful guns. Thanks for the article! Youve probably heard that the Springfield Armory M1A is to the M14 as the AR-15 is to the M16. Our test rifles safety lever was also extremely stiff. Which brings me to why we're here. Hard to pass up on the Standard issue rifle. or 7.62 NATO. Topping off some features, the rifle has a National Match .062-inch blade front sight and a military aperture .0690-inch rear sight with half-minute adjustment for both windage and elevation. The brake does little to reduce the flash signature of the .308 round in low light conditions. I didnt have a choice in selecting one over another in the LGS up in Montana when we lived up there (09 time period). The safety is located in the trigger guard with a simple push forward to disengage with one finger. 2. If you have the money buy this rifle, it is fun to shoot and will be great hand me down to grandsons. S&W M&P22. Overall Length: 37.5 in. I hope to see more of your writing style in the future. And they saw only a relatively small amount of actual combat. A minor difference is that the Scout Squad model doesnt come with an FDE composite stock only walnut or black composite. Its stock is almost identical between the Scout Squad and Standard Issue models, down to the sling loops as is the front and rear sights. I would argue the M1A Scout Squad rifle is one of the softest shooting 308 battle rifles Ive ever shot. I gotta say. Really derivative article if it wasnt written by a bot it was written by an author entirely on autopilot. My next will be M14s from LRB, Smith and Fulton. It is nice to shoot. Stay safe out there! Check Prices on Springfield Armory M1A Scout Squad Rifles. SEI rails for mounting the ACOG. That included Israeli, British,and Chilean surplus, as well as a couple of boxes of Federal Golden Eagle 150 grain hunting soft points. Shooting both rifles side by side, theres a significant difference in overall felt recoil and muzzle rise. Each unit cost approximately $104 at the time. the idea of putting a scope on a fighting rifle is retarded. SMITH ENTERPRISE -SPRINGFIELD M14 MUZZLE BRAKE 30 CALIBER 3. All in, it keeps your optic pretty low. The Springfield Armory M1A Scout Squad gas-operated rifle tames the recoil of the 7.62 cartridge to a positively manageable level. Which you choose ultimately depends on what you need from your rifle. The Loaded models also bring a .062-inch blade National Match front sight, and a National Match grade non-hooded .0520-inch aperture rear sight with half MOA adjustment for windage and 1 MOA adjustment for elevation. The level of recoil reduction on the Scout Squad was enough to truly make it feel like a completely different rifle from the standard full-size M1A. When it comes to the Scout Squad, there are a couple variants with either a walnut wood stock or black synthetic stock. I decided to go with the 18 M1A Scout Squad variant for a few reasons. So theyre jerks because they didnt want to sell you a buttplate for $20 which would have prevented them from selling a new rifle for $1,400? There are no ergonomic after-effects. Get proficient on YOUR time. Nice work. When I sat down and fired the first few rounds, I can truthfully say I completely forgot I was shooting a rifle chambered in 308 Win. However, they are way to long and too heavy to be useful as an infantry weapon in anything other than open terrain. Springfield M1A Scout Squad 308 with Walnut Stock (NY Compliant) $2,026.00 $1,999.99. Anyways, thanks for the womans perspective Becky, Ill be passing that on to my girl since her moms not around anymore; but honey, you really should try to cut back on that three pack a day chain-smoking habit before it gets worse. Springfield Armory MA5049 M1A Muzzlebrake/Stabilizer 2. The M1A is considered a high-end, thoroughly tested, reliable and stable platform for larger caliber rifle shooting. I purchased my Scout in 2001 and now have two M14s with 18" barrels. You have the choice of a fixed or precision adjustable stock. Both the front and rear sight are made by XS Sight Systems. He also chose the .308/7.62 caliber as an ideal all-purpose round and, as it is common with many militaries around the globe, easy to find. I have a like new condition Sako AIII finnbear delux .338 win mag thats about 40 years old with 15 rounds through it Ill trade ya. "There is nothing so likely to produce peace as to be well prepared to meet the enemy"--George Washington. gear. Late on day three, the dirtier Chilean surplus brass began to stick in the chamber. NM sights. Mine weighs about 9 pounds. I had a scout 16 and in a stupid moment sold it, now I am replacing it with the scout squad. Weight: 6.6 lbs. And on second thought, maybe its a good thing that the Cuban revolutionary didnt have 7.62 caliber Springfield Armory M1A Scout Squad. Shop Now. What sling is that? Im an average joe that really loves talking with other people about firearms and other passions. For those who dont like long eye relief scopes, the Leatherwood A.R.T. At 400 yds milk jugs are dead meat. Even though I have a slender/petite build, the weight isnt too bad either, a little on the heavy side, but it balances well and doesnt feel much heavier than my ex-boyfriends M4 clone did with all the stuff he had clamped on it. Well I have certainly learned my own lesson by dealing with Springfield Armory. Weve built dozens of ARs and well cover all the best AR-15 upgrades such as handguards, triggers, BCGs, gas blocks, and more. The Burris Scout Scope with 2.75 power & heavy reticle (#200269) is a great one as are their variable pistol scopes with the ballistic plex reticle (#200299). I would say I shot very actively for about a decade (the 80s). The Springfield M1A for sale is a high-performance semi-automatic rifle with the looks and feel of the classic US Military M14. No scope, no add ons. SPECIFICATIONS: Steyr Scout Caliber: .308 Win. If you opt for the precision adjustable stock in either caliber, you can choose between a black composite stock or a flat dark earth composite stock. I've always been a fan of the M14 and its civilian variants. The M1A Scout Squad rifle features a rugged rear sight that is easily adjustable for both windage and elevation without tools. On the left side bolt catch/release issue I don't really find this much of an issue. In regards to the higher scope mount, people (generally) get better accuracy out of a rifle with a higher mounted scope. The .308 round (7.6251) is a legit big boy round. The National Match model also has a National Match trigger group with a 4.5-pound two-stage trigger. As far as scopes are concerned, I have never put any optics or scopes on it, the iron sights have suited me just fine, although one day I might like to try an Aimpoint. What you are role you are wishing the rifle to play will dictate what meets your needs and desires. Performed like a dream. The SAGE EBR stock (either style) is a real upgrade and I prefer them over traditional stocks. I went to Basic Training at Fort Knox, Kentucky in 1967. Choose between a stainless-steel or carbon steel barrel, both of which come with a flash suppressor and a new walnut stock. It is a joy to shoot and it is a tack driver with regard to accuracy. Your backpack is hefty. Original M1As were once even made from surplus M14 parts, though Springfield has long since run out. Brand: Springfield. Even at extended distances of 400 yards and more, the rifle was more than capable of easily making the hits. Trijicon TA648RMR-308 ACOG/RMR sight combo. Savage adds a cheek riser to the stock for improved comfort, a detachable box magazine with 10-round capacity, and a muzzle brake, along with three sling swivel points. Like I said earlier, the 2 stage trigger on my M1A is a match-grade trigger that comes standard from Springfield. That arm is being proffered. And they saw only a relatively small amount of actual combat. Unfortunately, for shooters either side of you, the muzzle brake also acts as a mild blast-enhancer. I found a "standard" model for $1800 flat but was wondering if anyone knew of anyone online shops who might or have the scout model available/or may In the future. It feels like an older system but its still extremely effective, especially at range. Every model uses AISI 8620 alloy steel receiver (though early models were made from blank surplus M14 receivers) and are able to fit in the same stocks. When I bought mine about a year ago it was still legal in California. Beautiful gun. Scout Squad M1A from Springfield. I prefer the classic appearance of the walnutbut the composite stocks work just as well. Interestingly, this rifle features a grey laminated wood stock that is weather resistant and includes rubber spacers that can be used to adjust the length of pull at the buttpad. If you're one of those shooters that's needs and can utilize the extra accuracy, and you think your round count will probably be over 6K rounds a year every year, then bite the bullet on the wait time and drop the extra money for the Fulton. Personalize your experience. Were you Infantry? I carried an m-14 with fiberglass stock in the military. The M14 was dropped because the Whiz Kids wanted the M16. I like a Leatherwood LER2732. I wanted to test out how handy and lightweight a full 18 308 battle rifle could be. Length: 40.3, Style * * * * * If you're willing to spend some extra money and wait a little longer (I was), you can buy a custom 'M25' from LRB Arms (their name for the M14 variant) with an integral rail mount machined into the receiver. My DIs would have gone back to the 14s in a moment. Get the 76th edition of the World's Greatest Gun Book. I saw MANY M14/M21 (for you noob civis an M21 is an M14 modded to be a sniper rifle) and as i recall the US Navy and Coast Gaurd issue them all the time. Ive been studying those and will probably go with. After a long hiatus from combat related arms,a friend asked me about the scout squad. The term "M1A" is a proprietary title for Springfield Armory's M14-pattern rifle. Combine this with the fact that they are a company full of heritage and pride, who make a GREAT product. So how can they be one of the most popular and respected battle rifles in history? Whoa, This sounds like my kinda gal, .45s and M1As! Overall Length: 38.5 in. The Springfield Armory M1A is a civilian version of the M14 rifle designed and manufactured by Springfield Armory, Inc. in 1974. Its accuracy for long range shots is undisputed. But thats not surprising given that the M14 is a direct descendent of the M1 Garand. Eight major concealed carry insurance programs are now available to the millions of Americans who carry concealed. Now I have an m1a loaded. While its true that Im far more likely on any given day to be wearing high heels than hiking boots, (even though I feel ridiculous constantly having to put band-aids on the blisters on my feet from where my high heels rub against my bare skin since I literally never wear socks or hose, I digress); size and weight matters alot to a girl like me and I can appreciate a rifle that doesnt feel like Im carrying a sack of bricks. I have called SA Customer service no less than 5 times over the years (including recently during the middle of a retirement party they were having for one of their old-timers) and they have always been courteous, helpful, and, well just very very nice! Since the auther mentioned it, IF hew did get one, where did he get one? guns & There is no problem with the safety position rigorous trigger discipline is a must with all firearms. The scope makes the rifle more fun, my old eyes dont see well enough to use the steel ones. The specifications for military ammunition include harder primers to withstand slight indentation from the firing pin when the bolt chambers a cartridge. The barrel is topped off with a choice of different muzzle devices, a flash hider being the most common. purchase helps support my work in bringing you more awesome gun and gear articles. Might as well have the best of both worlds. Learn the 3 most popular shooting stances & more. Just recently graduated a FrontSight 4 day practical rifle course with it. Over the course of the class, the M1A Scout Squad digested nearly 600 rounds of military ammo. The original Scout Rifle, the Steyr Scout has all the features Cooper wanted. http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac160/The_H2O_, Probably gonna get one soon. Weight: 7.1 lbs. The M1A was designed by Elmer C. Ballance of the Springfield Armory Inc., in 1974. Che Guevara wore a Rolex GMT Master? Wouldnt the round be better with a longer barrel? Like the Scout Squad model, the SOCOM 16 comes with a muzzle brake to reduce felt recoil and reduce muzzle rise. That's hardly surprising given its stopgap nature. Overall Rating * * * * I have the Standard. Manufacturer: Springfield Armory Model: M1A Scout Squad SKU: AA9112 Caliber: .308 Win (7.62x51mm NATO) Capacity: 10 Rounds Barrel Length: 18" Carbon Steel, 1:11 .Click for more info Seller: Elk County Ammo and Arms Area Code: 814 1,699.99 NEW THIS WEEK! All versions come with a National Match tuned 4.5- to 5-pound two-stage trigger. Ditto the unanswered question: Winchester 94 Ranger .30-30. The steel scope mount really opens up the options for traditional scope. After buying/collecting over 15 SA .45s of various types, and 4 m1As I had the audacity to call them and ask if they could supply me with a metal buttplate for my Scout. The trigger pull is user adjustable from 3 to 7 pounds, the bolt handle is oversized for easier use, and the synthetic stock includes side rails for mounting accessories. So, no need to buy different mags for different modelsunless you want to. Also, I would love to take an M1A out and spend some more time behind one. As with most things military-related, the M14 made its way to the civilian market a decade later with Springfield launching the M1A for civilians in 1974. The barrel on the 6.5 Creedmoor version is a little different. Acquiring a clear, accurate sight picture is fast and easy. The polymer stock has a backup 5-round magazine in the buttstock. The M8/T-1 combo is sweet! We already have an account registered for email address Designed for quick snap shots at a target, the Scout Squad is packed with all the standard features that make the M1A great, plus new features like a specially designed muzzle brake to help tame recoil. I absolutely love this rifle. With all of these advantages, its no surprise that the Springfield Armory M1A has experienced more than four decades of continuous production and is still going strong. Springfield Armory MA9102 M1A Standard Semi-Auto .308 22" 10+1 American Walnut Stock Black Parkerized 8 Reviews Your Price: $1,699.99 In stock (Only 6 left!) Each stock brings multiple attachment loops. I dropped a little on the accuracy with the steel, but I only had one fail to fire. Until around the late 1990s, the M1A produced by Springfield Armory retained the cutout in the rear . On top of its excellent round choice, the M1A has a reputation for being a highly reliable, accurate rifle popular among 3-Gun, National Match, and other competition shooters. Comparison Table of The 5 Best M1A Muzzle Brake Explaining the M1A Calibers Muzzle Brake Use Our Top M1A Muzzle Brake Picks 1. Barrel: 18 in. Im active on Instagram on @fridgeoperator. Id probably skip the scout scope and just put real glass on a decent scope mount. Everyone should own at least one M1A. Customize This * * * * Im a small framed woman and former Army brat who grew up shooting with my daddy back in the 80s. A shortened (18" barrel), lightened version of the M1A is catalogued as the M1A Scout Squad Rifle. This barrel length was chosen by Springfield Armory to make the Scout Squad more portable and give it better handling characteristics than its full sized M1A. Springfield throws in a removable cover to place over the rail when youre not using it to make the handguard comfortable for your hand. Now that you know about a few of my favorite models of the Springfield Armory M1A, lets briefly touch on the other models. . The rifle sports an 18-inch barrel, two-stage trigger, aperture adjustable iron sights, a standard box magazine, and gas piston-operated reliability in 7.62 NATO. Its a bad economy, but if I wanted to sell my 2 year old Scout tomorrow I could have 1300.00 for it within 3 days. Spec List: - Trigger: 2-Stage NM Tuned Trigger - Caliber: .308 WIN (7.62x51mm NATO) 4. The Scout Squad was drastically softer in terms of recoil and muzzle rise. With its 18-inch barrel and scout optics mount forward of the action, its a slightly handier version of the full size M1A: the darling of competitive shooters for generations. The M1As bolt catch/release sits on the left side of the receiver. WASR-10 AK-47. . (without magazine) Sights: Iron with rail Stock: Synthetic Action: Bolt Finish: Flat dark earth Capacity: 10+1 rounds Price: $818. Type your email address and well send It has a 22-inch, 6-groove parkerized carbon steel with a 1:11 right-hand twist. We FIRST use the metal buttplates we have to make NEW rifles and if we have any left over, we MIGHT offer them for sale, so you are SOL, customer. Of course the major difference is the select fire system, which enabled the M14 to function in a fully automatic mode. If thats not for you, you can easily lift it a bit with a riser. Springfield Armory offers a number of models of the M1A from the 16-inch Taker models all the way up to the 22 Loaded models. Loved the trigger. If reacquiring your target quickly for follow-up shots is a priority, the M1As got you (or someone else) covered. Thanks. .308 WIN MSRP $1,770 - $1,875 M1A Loaded Rifles A traditional M1A, loaded with all the features you want to take your rifle to the next level. 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