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M1 Garand NM question

Theguncounterkid
I was lucky enough to aquire a 1954 Springfield National Match in perfect mint condition. This rifle has never been used, zero wear or handling marks. All matching NM numbers (four digit code on stock,trigger group and receiver). My questions are two part. First, whats a going market price on something like this? Second is how much will the value drop if I decide to fire it lighty and lovingly?
I realise the rarity of the piece, but I originally bought it to shoot. Only after some research did I realise how rare the condition is. I dont currently have any of the CMP paperwork, but the original owner think he has it filed somewhere.
Any thoughts or suggestions?
Thanks,
Kolt


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  • gotstolefrom
    Yep, a fine mess you are in.

    I like to collect guns. Lots of people do. I like to shoot the guns I collect. I only own one gun that I have never shot... it is (was) a Mosin in dangerously poor shape that I made a floor lamp out of.

    Yep, you are in a tough spot, but I would do the same thing with that fine collector piece that I would do if I won a top of the line luxury car..... sell it and buy some things I would like to use.

    Get a shameless TOP DOLLAR price... someone will want it that bad.



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  • Theguncounterkid
    Thanks for the reply Mark, but the authenticy of the rifle is not in question. Its not a rebuild. Papers or no, it is what it is. I understand a premium exsists for having papers, but the value doesnt drop to parts gun level for not having them.
    Anyway, thanks for the replies.
    -Kolt

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  • nmyers
    Some collectible US military guns are difficult or impossible to fake, such as the 1903A4. However, NM M1 rifles & M1D rifles can be assembled with parts by a skilled gunsmith, & are worth substantially less "documented" rifles for that reason. I'm sure that you are certain of the origin of your rifle, but the next owner may need some convincing. If you don't have the original documentation, you may be able to get papers that are equally convincing from either the Civilian Marksmanship Program or the Springfield Research Service.

    Neal

    "Show it to me in black & white, & I'll take your word for it."
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  • Theguncounterkid
    Thanks Neal,
    Now another question...If the paperwork isnt found, can the CMP reissue thse papers. Springfield Research was most helpful and I'll be obtaining a letter from them. The rifle is listed as a NM. I want to get as much info on this rifle as possible. What started as a shooter Garand has turned into a bloody research project! i love it!
    Thanks all,
    Kolt

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  • nmyers
    CMP can't "reissue" the original shipping document, but they can tell you if they (or their predecessor, the Director of Civilian Marksmanship) sold the rifle. They charge a small fee & send you documentation to that effect.

    But, if you are able to get SRS documentation, then you're golden.

    Neal
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