Over the next several weeks I will be adding over 20 years worth of research and knowledge regarding the contemporary practical use of the venerable U.S. Rifle Cal .30 M1- (AKA the M1 Garand) and the U.S. Carbine Cal .30 M1 (AKA M1 Carbine), My hope is to pass on what I have learned over these many years as well as get contributions from others knowledgeable about these rifle systems. Millions of these rifles are still in existence, and it is my firm yet humble opinion that they remain viable tools for fun, hunting, and practical self defense.
Although there is literally a metric ton of information out there on the internet, there is really no single website that brings this type of information together in one place. Most other sites concentrate on collectors or CMP/High Power competition with occasional or tangential forays into the subjects published here. Both of these endeavors are great (and I both collect and have competed in CMP sanctioned events and greatly enjoy both aspects!) – BUT- the purpose of this site is to give the reader insight and information on modifications, accessories, tools, gear, and techniques that are more practically oriented to using the rifles in non-competition real life roles. Things like -> what type of modern red dot optics or mounts work well for defensive uses, what types of modern gear are available to make these systems relevant to 2020+, what types of techniques and training can be used to get optimal function and practical use, what ammunition or reloading data is available for hunting and defensive uses, and how to maintain and perhaps even improve these rifles functionality for practical roles.
While much of the “vintage” type gear available (i.e. M1923 canvas cartridge belts or the proper and high quality M1907 slings like Turner Saddlery makes) not only works well but is “period proper” to these rifles, there is a plethora of newer things that can meaningfully add to the practical use and enjoyment of these rifles. Please do not send hate mail about the “sacrilege” or “debasement” of these historic rifles- I both respect and treasure the traditions and history surrounding both these systems. I however also enjoy being able to use them in 2020 (and beyond!) to their fullest potential. My goal is to provide the knowledge to do so here- information I have personally spent over 2 decades collecting and processing
And if you don’t want or need to use your historic M1 Garand or Carbine for hunting deer or defensive uses, perhaps these pages will still provide some valuable information or pique an interest in all these still capable platforms can do for you! Either way enjoy what you read and see here. I anticipate getting the comments sections going once I have completed fleshing out the basic structure and uploaded the main contents.