One of the most famous and respected U.S. military service rifles of all time is the “U.S. Rifle, Caliber .30, M1,” popularly known as the M1 Garand in recognition of its inventor, John C. Garand.

Join me on a journey to restore my M1 Garand back to its former glory. This iconic rifle carries a rich history, and every part has a story to tell. Learn about the history of M1 parts and how to ...

The Future of the M1 Garand I’d like to say that the future for the M1 Garand looks bright, but eventually they’ll all be gone. So will anyone who was ever issued one. Done are the days where M1 ...

The best battle implement ever devised.” This oft-repeated praise from Gen. George S. Patton summed up his feelings about the “U.S. Rifle, Cal. .30, M1.” Popularly known as the “Garand ...

The M1 Garand is one of America’s most recognizable and historically influential service rifles and is chambered for the venerable .30/06 cartridge. The .30/06 is one of our country’s most popular ...

The M1 Garand was the first semi-automatic rifle used by the U.S. Army—from 1936 through 1957—able to put out 40-50 rounds per minute without breaking a sweat.