My M1A!

[db-2]

In 69 i was at Fort Lewis basic being introduce to a M-14. Fell in love with that gun and it became an extension of my body. It became a want but not a need so never did get one until my son bought me one a month ago.
In training we were require to shoot 3 rounds under a nickel at 20-30 meters using iron sites. Some did it right away and some never did get it done. For me it took about five times.
Had some bullets so did shoot it to make sure it works and if the sites were close.

Then bought a scope mount and 100 rounds. Had high profile rings to put on and have order low profile ones. Used iron sites to set scope site. Drove out on gravel, stop, put target out at 30 big steps using end gate for support and five bullets. First two were high so next three i shot at bottom of red not sure why and did shoot rapidly. You can see the results. Have a large nickel form my boyhood in the 50s that are in a box of mine to compare with.
Goal is to shoot five rounds under a nickel at 50 yards with scope this summer in the warmth and a decent rest. I feel the rifle and bullets can do it but have doubts with me.

Son got me a M-1 about four years ago with 200 rounds. Need to order 100 more for the 7.62. Should have enough for my concerns of Canada coming down or Mexico coming up. What do you think? db

 

[svnmag]

I think that's wicked cool. Move five or six clicks right and you won't suck.

 

[lunkerslayer]

Nice gun db2

 

[snow]

Sweet db,thanx for sharing, great son taking care of "pop's"

 

[gunlover]

shot expert when I was in basic with my m14, wish I had one have owned many m1s.

 

[Wall-eyes]

Back in the days when my brother-in-law and I taught shooting instruction at indoor range in Montana. Through a government program we were able to buy 22 rifles cheap and M1 grands with ammo for around $500 I believe it was. He still does shooting range thing and price went up to $1,000 but cannot not get them BO or some BS. I have a few to say the least. The best part was bulk ammo 223 was about 2 to 3 cents a round. Boy was I a bad boy stocked up for WW3. I remember those M1's kick really good like 30- 06 always did.

 

[db-2]

Nobody asked about my larger nickel from the 50s.
Yes, the M-14 is a much easier rifle to fire/handled than the M-1. 100 rounds of 7.62 were $1/round. db

 

[svnmag]

You going to hunt with it? What's the deal with the nickel?

 

[Fishmission]

Looks like a liberty head V nickel. 1896. I’m wrong Actually, looks like a Morgan silver dollar now that i zoomed zoomed in on the laptop. If I guessed right do I win it?

 

[db-2]

Winner. Morgan and you win only bragging rights. I have a number of them from gifts from various relatives as a young boy. Not sure if i will be able to get 5 bullets under a nickel but summer will tell. I believe the V nickel is larger than today's nickels so need to find one of them there. db

 

[db-2]

Besides the M-1 and M-14 have a Krag that i bought from the Legion i belong to. They bought in the late twenties for under $2 and were ship up here by rail. Action is so smooth i feel it will close itself.
Also, since i can remember my dad had an1873 Springfield that he said was use in the Little Big Horn battle. Problem is according to the serial number was made in 1881. Did buy some bullets and did put in the chamber but was scared to pull trigger. Very. very well worn but no rust. Missing some parts. Barrel is a little over 21 inches and front site is wrong. Barrel groves are not right so do not know what it is. I think maybe a rifle cut down. Never did ask dad the history so that is in the grave now. So on the wall and a Springfield that was in the Custer battle. db

 

[Fishmission]

Winner. Morgan and you win only bragging rights. I have a number of them from gifts from various relatives as a young boy. Not sure if i will be able to get 5 bullets under a nickel but summer will tell. I believe the V nickel is larger than today's nickels so need to find one of them there. db

Beautiful coins. I think I have two. One is an 1884 and the other one is in 1878 I believe.
agreed. Wouldn’t mind having a V nickel.

 

[svnmag]

So...you going to hunt with the M-14? Hornady makes some damn fine 150's which "should" shoot into a dime.

 

[svnmag]

^^^^This is from experience from a Ruger American a couple years ago. Being an auto your experience may vary. Being as the 7.62 groups were more than decent; I believe it's worth a try!

 

[db-2]

No to hunting and if i were to hunt big game i have an old Mark 5 Weatherby 300. Made in 59. Not sure if a 20-round clip is legal or ethic. I would think the Weatherby would outshoot the 14.

But my love for guns is the gun before the hunt. I feel in time, this rifle will see a lot of bullets go through it. May take a lot to get to where my goal is, and the bullet can break or not break me. If there, then on to 100 yards.

As i read some say a 308 bullet does not work or should not be used in a 7.62 and vice versus.
What is the real story if there is a right story?

Appears there is some difference, maybe in construction and maybe depends on who makes it but, in the end, it is all the same fricking bullet. No/yes. db

 

[svnmag]

Ummm...You know I love ya DB...You can get shorter mags and there is no law to fill them...

In my years I've found a third shot is mostly desperation and noise.

The 5.56/.223 "controversy" is reversed in 7.62/.308 Win. Your modern rifle is easily able to handle the minor increased pressure of .308 as would a 'Nam M14: Springfield Armory DOES NOT want lawsuits.

Kill a deer with the damn thing!!

SD does NOT like this: If you group 3in high @100 you can hold "dead on" from the muzzle to 300ish and impact within an 8in circle.

Whack a deer with it for your boy!! A .300 doesn't make something "extra" dead.

Anyways: Have fun, be safe, God Bless and GOOD LUCK.

 

[db-2]

As i read more i do not really have a M14 but a rifle that looks and acts like a M14.
Make sure to use a bullet mark 7.62x51 maybe NATO and not 308. So, i will go with that.

All bullets will kill it just what one believes in. thanks for the help. db

 

[svnmag]

That warranty statement is legalese CYA retardation.

A .308 won't hurt your gun and SA should have the balls to declare it. The dimensions are the "same":

Enjoy your new rifle in the manner you choose. It's cool.

 

[db-2]

Again, thanks for all the comments on here. It was all helpful and appreciated. db

 

[Frosty....]

I like your "nickel" DB!

Morgan Dollars are my favorite!