7.62mm Firearms Medina OH M14 NM National Match 22″ 7.62×51 Semi Auto Rifle
SOLD FOR: $3,875.00
LSB#: LSB260405LR015
Make: 7.62mm Firearms
Model: M14 NM
Serial Number: 51002
Year of Manufacture: Modern, Barrel Date 4-1964
Caliber: 7.62×51
Action Type: Semi-Automatic rifle fed by detachable magazines.
Barrel Length: 22”, 25” with the classic flash hider.
Markings: The receiver “U.S. RIFLE 7.62MM M14 NM 7.62 51002 / 7.62MM MEDINA, OH 7790189”. The op rod “726706A HRA”. The barrel “H R 7790190 4-64 AB”. The trigger group “7267030 66118”. The hammer “50554 6008”. The bolt “7790186 66118-EE”. The windage knob is marked “WRIGHT”, “LEFT” twice with arrows. The elevation knob is marked 2-12 and “ML”.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade set between two protective wings. The rear sight is a fully adjustable aperture sight set between two protective wings.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock set includes an M14 pattern walnut stock with selector cut that has been filled, two sling swivels and hinged metal butt plate with storage compartment. The handguard is a brown composite handguard. The length of pull is 13.25″. The wood has been sanded and refinished and shows minor handling with some lines, small scratches and compressions. The stock has had wood added in two spots to fill in the original cuts for an M14. There are no cracks. There are some small chips missing from around the magwell. The butt plate functions correctly and shows some wear and discoloration from age. The handguard shows some discoloration from age and surface level cracks in the finish. Overall the stock set is in Good+ condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: This rifle includes one x 20 round magazine in Good condition showing some discoloration from age and some surface rust freckling.
Type of Finish: Parkerized
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. The feed ramps are smooth and shiny. The edges of the grooves show very minor fouling. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9.75/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 92% of its metal finish. The friction surfaces of the bolt and receiver show finish loss and rub wear. The markings are clear and the screw heads are sharp. The barrel shows some minor scattered marks with some sharpie marks and oxidation in the finish. The muzzle device shows some visible surface rust forming in the recesses. Overall this rifle is in about Good+ condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle includes the magazine, and a green canvas sling.
Our Assessment: This 7.62mm Firearms M14 National Match is a semi-automatic M14-pattern rifle chambered in 7.62×51 NATO and fitted with a 22-inch barrel, traditional flash hider, and detachable 20-round magazine. Built by 7.62mm Firearms during the company’s Medina, Ohio production period before its later move to Florida, this rifle represents an example from the firm’s earlier and often more sought-after production era. Styled after the classic U.S. M14 service rifle, it combines the power and reach of the 7.62 NATO cartridge with the excellent handling characteristics and proven operating system that have made the M14 platform a favorite among shooters for decades.
This National Match configuration features classic M14 iron sights and a walnut stock that gives the rifle the traditional appearance associated with military and competition rifles of the Cold War era. The M14’s aperture sight system is widely regarded as one of the finest iron sight arrangements ever placed on a service rifle, offering a long sight radius and precise adjustments for accurate shooting. With its Medina, Ohio heritage, walnut furniture, flash hider, and full-size 22-inch barrel, this rifle captures the look and feel of a classic M14 while providing the reliability and practicality of a modern semi-automatic civilian rifle. Please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.