Springfield Armory M1A Rifle in a M14E2 / M14A1 Stock W/ ART IV 3-9 Scope
SOLD FOR: $1,945.00
LSB#: LSB260412RR036
Make: Springfield Armory
Model: M1A Standard.
Serial Number: 036042
Year of Manufacture: September 1985 Verified with Springfield.
Caliber: .308 / 7.62X51
Action Type: Semi-Automatic, box magazine fed.
Markings: Rear top of the receiver is marked “U.S. RIFLE 7.62-mm M1A SPRINGFIELD ARMORY 036042”.
The op rod is marked “7267064 HRA”
The top of the installed bolt carrier group is marked “7790186 TRW Z6”.
The Windage knob on the rear sight is marked Left Arrow twice and “SA”
The elevation knob is marked “PB BM59” and 2-8.
The trigger group is marked “7267030-6”
The hammer is marked “C46008-3 SA”
The scope is marked “ART IV 3x-9x”
The scope mount is marked “S.A. A.R.T. IV”.
The top of the barrel is marked “NM”.
The bayonet: “U.S. M6 IMPERIAL”.
Barrel Length: 22”. 25” with M14 classic long slotted flash suppressor.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade set between two protective wings. The rear sight is a fully adjustable aperture sight. The rifle has been fitted with a scope mount carrying a Springfield ART(Auto Ranging Telescope) IV 3-9x Scope with a ranging first focal plane reticle designed for 308 that corresponds to the magnification and distance dial on the eye piece giving you a hold over bar in the reticle. The scope also has covered turrets with an extended control for elevation adjustments. The sight picture is clear and the light transmission is good. The turrets adjust with positive clicks. Overall the scope is in Very Good+ condition.
Stock Configuration & Condition: This stock is an M14E2 / M14A1, wooden stock with two sling swivels, fold down vertical foregrip, wooden pistol grip, hinged butt plate, and rubber butt pad. The LOP is 13″. The stock shows some scattered minor lines, compressions, and nicks. The VFG functions correctly. There are no chips or cracks. The hinged butt plate functions correctly and shows some discoloration and surface oxidation with some minor rub wear. The rubber butt pad is mostly hard and shows some minor rub wear. The composite upper handguard shows some surface level lines. There are no chips or cracks. Overall the stock is in Very Good-Very Good+ condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: This rifle includes one 20 round magazine in Very Good+ condition.
Type of Finish: Parkerized
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no visible pitting or erosion in the bore. The feed ramps are smooth showing some minor fouling. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9.5/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its finish. The surface of the rifle shows scattered minor marks and handling with none being notable. The friction surfaces of the bolt and receiver show minor finish loss. The markings are clear and the screw heads are sharp. Overall this rifle is 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: This rifle includes a green canvas sling, 20 round magazine, scope, scope mount and bayonet with sheath.
Our Assessment: This Springfield Armory M1A was manufactured in 1985 and is chambered in .308 Winchester with a 22-inch National Match marked barrel. Built during the earlier years of Springfield Armory’s commercial M1A production, this rifle combines the proven M14-pattern action with several highly desirable military-style features. The rifle is fitted with an M14E2 stock featuring a pistol grip, vertical folding foregrip, and hinged butt plate, recreating the distinctive appearance of the U.S. military’s M14E2 automatic rifle configuration. Combined with its detachable 20-round magazines and traditional M14 operating system, the rifle has a commanding military presence while remaining a practical and capable shooter.
Mounted to the rifle is a Springfield Springfield ART IV Scope (Auto Ranging Telescope) 3-9x optic, one of the more innovative military-inspired optics ever offered for the M14 platform. The ART system utilizes a first focal plane ranging reticle specifically designed around the trajectory of the 7.62 NATO/.308 Winchester cartridge. The system automatically correlates range estimation with bullet drop compensation, providing a corresponding holdover point within the reticle. This ingenious design allowed shooters to rapidly engage targets without performing separate drop calculations, making it a remarkably advanced concept for its era.
Also included with the rifle is a bayonet, further complementing the rifle’s military-inspired configuration. Between the National Match barrel, M14E2 stock, ART IV optic, and bayonet, this is a particularly unique and visually striking M1A package that combines Cold War military aesthetics with one of the most interesting ranging optics systems ever developed for the M14 platform. To better understand this rifle please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.