Magnum Research Israeli IMI Galil Model 372 18” 5.56 Semi Auto Rifle
SOLD FOR: $4,677.00
LSB#: LSB260609NF004
Make: IMI / Imported By Magnum Research
Model: 372 (Galil ARM)
Serial Number: MR 02644
Year of Manufacture: 1982 – 1983 / Modern
Caliber: 5.56 NATO
Action Type: Semi-Automatic, Long Stroke Gas Piston, Detachable Magazine Fed
Markings: The left side of the receiver is marked, “MR 02644 / MAGNUM RESEARCH INC. MINNEAPOLIS MN. / CALIBER 5.56/.223 MODEL 372 IMI-ISRAEL F S”. The right side is marked, “02 X / S F”. There are various small proofs throughout. The rear sight is marked, “2644”.
Barrel Length: 18”. 19” with the muzzle device.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a hooded post fixed to the gas block. The rear sight is a two position flip up peep sight fixed to the dust cover. The tritium flip-up sights do not glow. The left side of the receiver has a dovetail for scope mounts.
Stock Configuration & Condition: This rifle has a three-piece furniture set with a carry handle, bipod/clamshell ribbed wooden handguard, smooth polymer pistol grip, and side folding tubular stock with a ribbed metal buttplate. There are light handling marks throughout. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP is 13 5/8” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. Overall the stock set rates in Very Good + condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: 2x 35 round magazines in Good condition.
Type of Finish: Black Enamel, Parkerized
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore but there is some faint stubborn fouling and heavy grease throughout. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 97% of its metal finish. There is light handling wear and scratches throughout. The action has minimal wear and heavy thick grease throughout. The markings are clear. The screw heads are sharp and the pins are undamaged. Overall, this rifle rates in about Very 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: 2x Magazines.
Our Assessment: The IMI Galil Model 372 is an early commercial semi-automatic version of the Israeli Galil ARM imported by Magnum Research before Action Arms became the better-known U.S. Galil importer. Derived from Israel’s military Galil system, the rifle combines a long-stroke gas piston and rotating bolt with the rugged receiver architecture developed from the Finnish Valmet and ultimately the Kalashnikov operating system. The Model 372 represents the full 5.56mm ARM configuration, distinguished by its folding bipod, carry handle, substantial ribbed wooden handguard, folding tubular stock, and 18″ barrel. Serial MR02644 falls within the known early Magnum Research Model 372 range, making this a desirable example from the first period of commercial Galil importation into the United States. This rifle remains in Very Good Plus condition, retaining approximately 97% of its original black enamel and parkerized finish. The exterior shows light handling wear and scattered scratches, while the action exhibits minimal operational wear with heavy protective grease still present throughout. The markings remain clear, the screw heads are sharp, and the pins are undamaged. The bore is bright with sharp rifling and no visible erosion, though faint stubborn fouling and substantial grease remain present, rating 9/10 in this writer’s opinion. The wooden handguard, polymer pistol grip, carry handle, bipod, and folding tubular stock show only light handling wear and remain in Very Good Plus condition. Mechanically, the action functions correctly.
For collectors of original Israeli military-pattern rifles, the Magnum Research Model 372 is particularly appealing because it combines early U.S. import history with the complete ARM feature set. The wood handguard, carry handle, folding bipod, 35-round magazines, folding stock, and early Magnum Research markings give these rifles a distinctly different character from later commercial Galils and modern reproductions. With its matching rear sight, strong bore, high remaining original finish, functional night-sight assemblies, and two correct-capacity magazines, this is a notably attractive example of an early IMI-made 5.56mm Galil ARM. -R.E.