The M1 Garand was the standard for NRA and CMP service rifle competition from the late 1950’s through the mid-1960’s, and remained a strong competitor for many more years. Serious competitors have ...

In the end, over 6 million M1 Garand rifles were eventually produced, while the Pedersen has become rare and highly valuable oddity—one can sell at auction for as much as $22,000.

The M1 Garand was the first semi-automatic rifle used by the U.S. Army—from 1936 through 1957—able to put out 40-50 rounds per minute without breaking a sweat.

The new rifle, with which our troops are to be equipped, is officially known as the “U.S. Rifle, Caliber .30, M1,” and popularly as the “Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle.” ...

Selecting proper ammo for the M1 Garand will allow you to enjoy the rifle while keeping running smoothly and avoiding damage to a classic battle rifle. Best Overall: Freedom Munitions M1 Garand Match ...

The M1 Garand Is the Gun That Won World War II The M1 Garand service rifle was one of the outstanding American weapons of the twentieth century. Simple, sturdy, and well designed for its time, the ...

The M1 rifle is not without faults. At just under 10 pounds it is heavy and the en-bloc clip does not allow for easy topping off. Because of those drawbacks, America sought a high-capacity, fully ...

The historical significance of the M1 Garand can’t be overstated. It was the first semi-automatic military rifle to be employed as a standard shoulder weapon, a point that was quite notable at ...

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Randall Hoffman, Commanding Officer of MCRD Parris Island Weapons and Field Training Battalion, Fires the M1 Garand rifle during the Hearst Doubles Match at Camp Perry Ohio ...