Magnum Research Israeli IMI Galil Model 329 18” .308 Semi Auto Rifle

SOLD FOR: $5,051.00

LSB#: LSB260609NF003

Make: IMI / Imported By Magnum Research

Model: 332 (Galil)

Serial Number: MR 06662

Year of Manufacture: 1982 – 1983 / Modern

Caliber: .308 Winchester / 7.62×51 NATO

Action Type: Semi-Automatic, Long Stroke Gas Piston, Detachable Magazine Fed

Markings: The left side of the receiver is marked, “MR 06662 / MAGNUM RESEARCH INC. MINNEAPOLIS MN. / CALIBER 7.62/.308 MODEL 332 IMI-ISRAEL F S”. The right side is marked, “40 X / S F”. The rear sight is serial matched. There are various small proofs throughout. The rear sight is marked, “6662”.

Barrel Length: 18”. 18.75” 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 have been removed. 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: 1x 25 round and 3x 20rd magazines all in Excellent 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 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 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: 4x Magazines.

Our Assessment: The IMI Galil Model 332 represents one of the more desirable early commercial Galil variants imported into the United States by Magnum Research during the early 1980s. Developed from Israel Military Industries’ AK and Finnish Valmet-influenced Galil system, the rifle uses a robust long-stroke gas piston and rotating bolt while incorporating features intended for military field use. The .308 Winchester/7.62 NATO Galils are substantially less common than their 5.56mm counterparts, and the Model 332 ARM configuration is particularly distinctive with its folding bipod, carry handle, ribbed wooden handguard, tubular folding stock, and full-length barrel. This example retains its early Magnum Research import markings and matching rear sight, giving it strong originality and collector interest. 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 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 remains throughout, rating 9/10 in this writer’s opinion. The ribbed wooden handguard, polymer pistol grip, carry handle, folding tubular stock, and bipod 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, an early Magnum Research-imported .308 Galil ARM is a particularly significant acquisition. The Model 332 combines the heavy-duty 7.62 NATO chambering with the Galil’s full ARM equipment package and predates the later Action Arms import era, giving it a distinctly early commercial character. The matching rear sight, strong bore, high remaining original finish, folding bipod, carry handle, and four included magazines make this a notably complete example. As an original IMI-made, pre-ban .308 Galil in the correct Model 332 ARM configuration, this rifle has substantial appeal among collectors of Israeli arms and early imported military-style semi-automatic rifles. -R.E.