I was looking at the CMP's Special Grade M1 Garands at
http://www.thecmp.org/m1garand.htm.
CMP SPECIAL: (Excellent)
CMP's new grade of M1 Garand. This rifle consists of a new production stock and handguard set with CMP cartouche, a new production barrel and new web sling. Receiver and most other parts are refinished USGI, but some parts may be new manufacture. See item for details.
I would like a nice looking rifle to pass on to my children, but I'm wondering if I would be better off waiting for a "Correct Grade" rifle so that it is a more complete/original representation of the M1. In 40 years will it make a big difference if the stock and barrel are not original? Or will all original rifles appreciate considerably more than a re-build?
Fly
