Springfield Armory M1A Loaded .308 Winchester 22″ Semi-Automatic Rifle 1999
SOLD FOR: $1525
LSB#: 210904CM01
Make: Springfield Armory
Model: M1A Loaded
Serial Number: 122455
Year of Manufacture: December, 1999
Caliber: .308 Winchester (7.62x51mm)
Action Type: Semi-Auto, Detachable Magazine Fed Rifle.
Markings: The rear of the receiver is marked “U.S. RIFLE M1A / SPRINGFIELD / ARMORY / 122455”. The top of the bolt is marked “7790186-SA / B00026”. The left side of the trigger pack is marked “7267030-HR-N”. The safety is marked “C46015-9SA”. The left sight knob is marked with numbers 2-11 with a hash mark between each number, “M” between step 10 and 11, “S” between 9 and 10, and “A” between 8 and 9. The right knob is marked “LEFT / BME / LEFT” and has arrows. The right side of the barrel is marked “SPRINGFIELD INC GENESEO IL”. The oprod is marked “7267064-2 / SA”. The underside flat of the receiver is marked “13466-06”.
Barrel Length: 22″
Sights / Optics: There is no front sight currently installed. The rear sight is a fully adjustable aperture set between protective ears.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The walnut stock has a pistol grip and uses a synthetic upper handguard. There are sling swivels mounted at the butt and on the forend. The buttstock has a checkered metal butt plate that swivels up to reveal a second checkered buttplate underneath it. The second buttplate has a trapdoor covering two holes in the stock for storage of cleaning equipment. There are no notable imperfections. The LOP measures 13 1/4 inches from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. There are no chips or cracks. The plate has some scattered light oxidation. The stock rates in about Fine-Excellent overall condition
Type of Finish: Parkerized
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright. The rifling is sharp & deep. There is no erosion, just some light fouling.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its metal finish. There is a tiny spot of faint oxidation on the barrel. There are some light marks on the gas cylinder bracket. There is light operational wear. The markings are deep. The screwheads are sharp. Overall, this rifle rates in about Fine-Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Included is a magazine and a green canvas case that is marked “CASE.PARACHUTIST’S.INDIVIDUAL / WEAPONS.M-1950,ADJUSTABLE / 8465-00-261-4995 / DLA100-80-C-3030”.
Our Assessment: The Loaded Series combines the appearance and tradition of the Standard M1A™ with all the next level upgrades you want without sucker punching your wallet. All Loaded models have a medium-weight premium air-gauged National Match barrel for greater accuracy, plus several combinations of stocks and barrels available to ensure customization perfection. The M1A has been a popular rifle with target and competition shooters for decades, tracing its roots back to the M14 rifle used by US troops from 1959 to this very day, though in more limited roles than in the ’50s. This would be a great rifle for hunting, competition, or recreational target shooting. This M1A Loaded is in Fine-Excellent condition and should make its new owner smile every time they take it out to the range. Please see our photos and good luck!