The shooters trigger finger has to be inside the trigger guard and in front of the trigger to take the rifle off of safety. steel cased popped my extracterno fun in the field. It replaced the M1 Garand as the standard issue rifle for American troops from 1959 to 1964. Spec List: - Trigger: 2-Stage NM Tuned Trigger - Caliber: .308 WIN (7.62x51mm NATO) Weight is a small consideration, even for my 70-year-old legs and the Wyoming prairie land. @John Thanks for the Leatherwood scout scope recommendation. Id hate to see any more of our great manufactures go out of business or be sold to foreign corporations. Theres no denying that the M1A is a classic workhorse thats been around the block a time or two. Thats what Freds is for: http://www.fredsm14stocks.com/catalog/parts.asp. Subscribe to Pew Pew Tactical's sales and deals email. Love shooting it 200 yards sitting. I want to support our nations gun makers. If you must use a brake, I suggest the M14 US Coast Guard / Navy Muzzle Brake from SEI. Shooting an M1A really does feel like a classic timepiece and just is a completely different experience than shooting a run-of-the-mill AR-style rifle. The new M14 rifle was first delivered to U.S. Army units in the summer of 1959, but it didn't take until the early to mid 1960s before the M14 had nearly completely phased out the M1 Garand. I have the Standard. I own the Scout Model. The medium bbl prevents many standard m1A or m14 accessories. The M14 rifle was originally designed to be used with iron sights. Select what level shooter you are! The lighter bullets makes this rifle a sweetheart to shoot. The M1A Super Match model is an upgraded version of the National Match model. The Springfield optics rail is too short and sits too high this problem is solved by installing the M8 optics rail from UltiMAK. Springfield Armory M1A Rifles The Springfield Standard M1A is well-suited for a day at the range, competition or hanging on your wall in front of an American flag. And I say that about the M1A scout size being ok, even though Im kinda sensitive to carrying around too much weight because I always get winded very easily and often times find myself wheezing and gasping for breath if I do anything too physically exerting. Get the latest news and reviews from Gundigest.com. The rifle is heavier than an AR, but not prohibitively so. Might as well have the best of both worlds. Leupolds Scout Scope is great too. I wouldnt hold that against Sringfield. Springfields response? I prefer the M14 Vortex flash hider from SEI that uses the castle nut and the tall front sight that comes on the Scout. (Minus the Loaded model, but more on that later.). He also said that if he could only have one rifle itd have to be a .30 caliber M1 type rifle, I figured as a Vietnam vet and career Army man of 30 years he probably knew what he was talking about. The magazine release is centrally located at the rear of the magazine well. Im a small framed woman and former Army brat who grew up shooting with my daddy back in the 80s. The Springfield Armory M1A Scout Squad gas-operated rifle tames the recoil of the 7.62 cartridge to a positively manageable level. The National Match model also has a National Match trigger group with a 4.5-pound two-stage trigger. Lets face it, its hard to beat a classic. He also chose the .308/7.62 caliber as an ideal all-purpose round and, as it is common with many militaries around the globe, easy to find. Weight w/Empty Magazine: 9.3 lbs. Nostalgia aside, the M1A really is dead sexy. They apparently are TOO BUSY to take care of their paying customers. I wanted to test out how handy and lightweight a full 18 308 battle rifle could be. The U.S. military mothballed them after only 5 years. But my daddy always said that if I couldnt hit it with iron sights, I probably didnt need to be shooting at it. The Springfield Armory M1A-A1 Scout Squad takes the standard M1A concept and turns it into a much smaller and handier rifle with forward-mounted Picatinny rail, synthetic stock, and a recoil-reducing muzzle brake. Nuff said! There are, however, a few important differences: M1A receivers are made from precision investment cast AISI 8620 alloy steel. Needless to say, that was my LAST Springfield product, ever, and consequently, my dealer has a rack full of M1As not selling. Overall weight for the Scout Squad is right around 8.8lbs with a National Match front sight and fully adjustable rear sight. This is a beautiful rifle. However, they are way to long and too heavy to be useful as an infantry weapon in anything other than open terrain. Do you think Jeff Cooper would have approved of the combination of scout-scope placement and Garand action? The military M14 receivers were manufactured using the drop forge process, which is more complicated and more expensive. The Springfield M1A for sale is a high-performance semi-automatic rifle with the looks and feel of the classic US Military M14. S&W M&P22. I've always been a fan of the M14 and its civilian variants. They are one of the most respected in history because for all practical purposes, the M14 is an M1 Garand with a detachable magazine. With a good cheek weld when shooting with iron sights, the knuckle on my thumb wrapped around the upper portion of the pistol grip cutout on the stock comes back and hits the my nose. WASR-10 AK-47. With its walnut stock and Parkerized metal, the Springfield M1A is a line-by-line clone of the as-issued M14, from its flash hider (or a muzzle break in AWB states) to its butt flapper. If you go the scope route, dont scrimp on your glass. Springfield throws in a removable cover to place over the rail when youre not using it to make the handguard comfortable for your hand. Now that you know about a few of my favorite models of the Springfield Armory M1A, lets briefly touch on the other models. towards your level. Jeff Cooper was asked about the possibility of scout rifles being semi-automatic and he was certainly not opposed but insisted on reliability. Since the auther mentioned it, IF hew did get one, where did he get one? I have called SA Customer service no less than 5 times over the years (including recently during the middle of a retirement party they were having for one of their old-timers) and they have always been courteous, helpful, and, well just very very nice! For this review, Springfield also installed a 4th gen steel scope mount. The trigger pull is user adjustable from 3 to 7 pounds, the bolt handle is oversized for easier use, and the synthetic stock includes side rails for mounting accessories. The standard has a military aperture open .069 with MOA for windage and elevation. The barrel is topped off with a choice of different muzzle devices, a flash hider being the most common. "There is nothing so likely to produce peace as to be well prepared to meet the enemy"--George Washington. But that Springfield muzzle brake REALLY makes the .308 enjoyable to shoot, especially with that nice rubber recoil pad on the butt. Weight: 7.1 lbs. Now, I understand, the full-size 22 M1A has better range and accuracy at distance, but if we are just looking at shooting enjoyment, I really think the Scout Squad is the better route to go. Ruger developed their own scout concept and dubbed it appropriately the Gunsite Scout Rifle. Gunsite is, of course, the training facility established by Jeff Cooper. version features the same barrel as the National Match model, complete with a 3-inch birdcage-style flash suppressor. .308 WIN MSRP $1,770 - $1,875 M1A Loaded Rifles A traditional M1A, loaded with all the features you want to take your rifle to the next level. Im assuming that was the practical rifle course. MSRP for the synthetic M1A Scout Squad Rifle is $1,883. Longer wait, higher, forged quality/attention to detail, and a real investment BACKED with respect for the customer. The rifle can be purchased with a Vortex scope and comes with a sling as well. Im an average joe that really loves talking with other people about firearms and other passions. Good review. After buying/collecting over 15 SA .45s of various types, and 4 m1As I had the audacity to call them and ask if they could supply me with a metal buttplate for my Scout. A red dot could easily be mounted. For those who dont like long eye relief scopes, the Leatherwood A.R.T. The rifle sports an 18-inch barrel, two-stage trigger, aperture adjustable iron sights, a standard box magazine, and gas piston-operated reliability in 7.62 NATO. The U.S. military mothballed them after only 5 years. Lets talk about the differences among the models. The M1A Scout Squad rifle features a rugged rear sight that is easily adjustable for both windage and elevation without tools. It has a 22-inch, 6-groove parkerized carbon steel with a 1:11 right-hand twist. MSRP for the synthetic M1A Scout Squad Rifle is $1,883. I know my gun cabinet would rebel if I try to stack a foreign made (Czech) rifle in it. To be honest, you cant go wrong with any model M1A but its nice to know your options, especially if youre looking for specific purpose-driven models like for long-range shooting or competition. The Hornady 178gr averaged 1.5 at 100 which is still respectable for an older rifle design. Megan Kriss is an avid recreational shooter by day, and writer/editor by night. When I sat down and fired the first few rounds, I can truthfully say I completely forgot I was shooting a rifle chambered in 308 Win. Even though my daddy was a big believer in the M14/M1A, as a girl and for the longest time I mostly shot AR15/M16 rifles, because they weighed less and the .223 recoil was less intense, and the full size M1A/M14 type rifles always seemed too long. M1As are used to shoot at targets at 600 meters using open sights. That solves a lot of the weaknesses inherent in the rails and scope mounts available for the M1A/M14 family. For the M1A shooter, the .30 caliber BOOM is immensely satisfying. Also, I would love to take an M1A out and spend some more time behind one. The M1A Scout Squads sights rock. Performed like a dream. Buldog bull pup stock, which shortened the whole rifle by 12, while allowing me to keep an 18 barrel, and moved the balance point over the pistol grip. If you need to butt-stroke someone, the M1A is your boy! I have about 25 guns of all types, and I can honestly say that my Scout, with composite stock, is the best gun I own. In fact, its one of our favorite .308 rifles as well as one of our recommended rifles for 3-Gun heavy metal competition. Springfield Armory. It also brings a standard AR-style commercial buffer tube, allowing you to switch out the stock for just about any AR-compatible stock. There were some other less distinct features that Cooper insisted on, but they are not necessary to the core concept of the scout rifle. Hopefully, weve given you enough information to make an informed decision! The only thing I havent done is to go out on the receiving end and hear its bark. M1A Standard Issue Rifles The Standard Issue M1A is a faithful semi-auto recreation of the original M14. Since I decided to go this route, I made a makeshift cheek riser until I can pick up a McMillan stock. Mine weighs about 9 pounds. Reengaging the safe was a bit tighter but still manageable fairly easily. It does, however, reduce muzzle jump. If I had to choose only one rifle to carry, it would be a M14 scout type rifle. I have this gun stock and love it. Just recently graduated a FrontSight 4 day practical rifle course with it. Nothing like throwing your body into prone at 200 yards. Reduces amount of math needed for shots of that distance. Ruger Gunsite Scout $1,049.99 Cabelas.com Ruger Gunsite .450 $896.23 Brownells.com, SPECIFICATIONS: Ruger Gunsite Scout Caliber: .308 Win. Are those the Leupold QRW rings? Hows that working? I would say I shot very actively for about a decade (the 80s). I went to Basic Training at Fort Knox, Kentucky in 1967. I trained with the M16A2 in the Marines in the early 90s, have played with many of the M-4geries over the years. A good price on a used sythentic stock Springfield M1A is $1200 bare bones with a single mag. There are, however, a few important differences: Selector switch cutout in M1A stock manufactured in 1997 Early M1A receivers were made from surplus M14 receiver blanks, current M1A receivers are made from precision investment cast AISI 8620 alloy steel. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. purchase helps support my work in bringing you more awesome gun and gear articles. The m14 has the distinction of being the shortest lived main battle rifle of the United States Military forces and the longest continuous service record of any rifle in the United States Military. While the M1A is a semiautomatic-only rifle it's close enough to the fully-automatic M14 to make the most grizzled Vietnam vet turn all dewy-eyed. Stripped the thing down to the reciever and built it into a scout with a 18" Kreiger barrel, TRW oprod, TRW bolt. M1A Scout Squad: One of the more popular models in the M1A line, the M1A Scout Squad offers a balance between the smaller SOCOM model and full-size M1A Loaded. Lastly, Cooper felt that having an extended eye relief scope prevented the development of tunnel vision and allowed the operator full peripheral vision and situational awareness. Size wise, 18 inches feels just right for me. Though its never reached the same level of popularity as the AR-15, the M1A still has a rather large and very devoted group of fans despite the M14s less than stellar reputation, earned during its service in Vietnam. [Ed: unless it is.] Barrel: 18 in. Elevated features include a rear-lugged receiver and a 22-inch Douglas Premium, stainless steel or carbon steel, air-gauged, custom heavy match barrel with a 1:10-inch twist. The Standard Issue Model is the classic version of the M1A and the foundation of the modern M1A lineup. Hope this is helpful. Get the 76th edition of the World's Greatest Gun Book. Overall Length: 40.33 in. The Scout is nice with the shorter barrel. Problem two: like its predecessor, the legendary M1 Garand, the M1A Scout Squads safety positioned in the front of the trigger guard. Thank you so much for the post it is very helpful, Keep posting such types of post please visit https://www.defenderschool.com/, Seems like yall have invented a Lee Enfield No.5 Jungle Carbine. The rifle fed and fired all its ammo without complaint. And they saw only a relatively small amount of actual combat. Gun Review: Springfield Armory M1A Scout Squad, NRA Smoking Gun on National Parks Rifle Regs, Oh, The Humanity: Latest Polling Shows a Majority of Americans Now Oppose an Assault Weapons Ban, Smith & Wesson Announces the New M&P FPC Pistol Caliber Carbine, Get Ready for the Invasion of Canadian Feral Super Pigs, http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac160/The_H2O_, http://www.fredsm14stocks.com/catalog/parts.asp. Its a nominal 1-1.5 MOA if I do my part.. The M1As controls are simple and robust. Historic firearm lovers as well as former servicemen who carried either of those two rifles will dig the familiarity. The Springfield Armory M1A is a semi-automatic rifle made by Springfield Armory, Inc., beginning in 1971, based on the M14 rifle, for the civilian and law enforcement markets in the United States. I love the M1A. My friend has one on his Steyr Scout. Even at extended distances of 400 yards and more, the rifle was more than capable of easily making the hits. Its good to go for both long distance accuracy and quick combat-style deployment. I am presently putting together a functional spec for an M1A Scout Squad rifle. Stag Arms Model 2 AR-15. You know that M1A is not a reg Scout. If you happen to own the M14DC sound suppressor you will need to use the DC Vortex and GLFS-D/H-18 from SEI. It is only available in one size and one caliber. 4. It is only available in one size and caliber. Its a bad economy, but if I wanted to sell my 2 year old Scout tomorrow I could have 1300.00 for it within 3 days. Choosing the fixed stock in .308 Win gives you the option of a new walnut stock or a black composite stock. Added an SEI castle nut adapter to allow me to mount a Battle Comp compensator. Check Prices on Springfield Armory M1A Scout Squad Rifles. One of the major differences between the standard-issue Springfield Armory M1A and the M1 Garand is definitely the gas system. Combine this with the fact that they are a company full of heritage and pride, who make a GREAT product. I was for five years and carried an M14 everyday during one of my tours in Iraq. It also allows you to see quite well in dim light conditions. Meanwhile, Ive been trying to convince my soon-to-be sixteen year old daughter that shed really like an M1A scout for her zombie rifle, and ill probably point to youre post as a good example of a woman shooter who favors the Scout sizezombie rifle or not. My next will be M14s from LRB, Smith and Fulton. The only reason this isnt my go to gun is its packed up for its own protection. Walther PPS 9mm. Mounted a 1-4X scope and now I can shoot out to my ability with 2 options. The Springfield Armory M1A Scout Squad gas-operated rifle tames the recoil of the 7.62 cartridge to a positively manageable level. And rifles have heft. The deer you drag out is hefty (well, not so much the black tail.) You'll now receive newsletters of our best articles on techniques, A synthetic stock model is also available, and in both stock types the barrel remains free floated. I am kinda leaning towards the EO-Tech 1 moa dot, thay also have reticle-dot combo. Looks like you had fun at Front Sight. The fore-end of the stock sports an integral bipod that folds up completely into the stock, an accessory rail and five sling attachment points, another Cooper notion. Im sorry this fella got his panties in a bunch, but seriously, Springfield Armory M1As and .45s were good enough for him to buy nearly TWENTY over the years, but they dont send him a metal butt-plate and so hes going to LRB? Item Number: AA9122NT. I havent scoped any of them but I am considering mounting a Mark 4 on the 22 and an Eotech on the 16..Im happy with the irons on the 18 . I have an M1A Scout Squad, which I purchased new in 2009. I am somewhat older and find the open .052 difficult to work with. Nice work. And that is with various M80 ball mil-surp ammo. Ive taken mule deer and antelope with it and all have been one-shot DRT. However, if a shooter has spent their entire life turning their head to unnecessary angles, the transition will tough, as well as positioning of the rifle if the scope is very low profile. NM sights. The M1A Tanker model was inspired by and based on the shortened Tanker Garand rifles conceived towards the end of World War II. Its a battle rifle and an expensive one at that. The .308 round (7.6251) is a legit big boy round. http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac160/The_H2O_, Probably gonna get one soon. Springfield Armory MA9102 M1A Standard Semi-Auto .308 22" 10+1 American Walnut Stock Black Parkerized 8 Reviews Your Price: $1,699.99 In stock (Only 6 left!) The recoil was so soft from this M1A that I was fairly sure I was just shooting another AR-style rifle in a smaller caliber. Im active on Instagram on @fridgeoperator. I would have traded my M-4/203 in a HEART BEAT for an M14. The national match has a match grade aperture hooded .0595 with 1/2 MOA for both windage and elevation. .308 WIN 6.5 CREED MSRP $1,938 - $2,104 Hellcat Micro-compact Handguns Both the front and rear sight are made by XS Sight Systems. Rear Sight: Military Aperture, Adjustable for Windage and Elevation For Loaded models chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor, only a black composite fixed stock is available. Learn how your comment data is processed. Second: As a National Guardsmen in NJ, I was on the State high power rifle team and competed with a State-issued M14. Youre either a spoiled millennial or a certified A-hole. It still holds a 5 round group at 200 yds you can lay your hand over. The forward rail on the Scout squad is noted for not holding a consistent zero over time. Otherwise this is a turd design as is the Scout concept anyway. If you want a rifle rich with heritage and history, solid in construction, has proven accuracy and is just dang fun to shoot, the M1A should be on your list. Youre right though, that Scout size really does make this rifle alot easier to handle and carry in the field. (barrel warp). Winchester 94 Ranger .30-30. Compare specifications of Springfield M1A Scout Squad 308/7.62x51mm AA9120 and Palmetto State Armory Gen2 PA10 308/7.62x51mm 516446357. And common fiscal sense entered my head and said wait a little longer. Nevermind referring to a Norton as a heavyweight. http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac160/The_H2O_. Throughout my testing, I decided to put up two boxes of Federal 175gr Sierra MatchKing Boat Tail Hollow Points along with a box of Hornady 178gr Boat Tail Hollow Points. Trijicon TA648RMR-308 ACOG/RMR sight combo. I love it, wish we could have had these in Corps instead of the m16a2 garbage we had. Love all the models.a Darn fine rifle. Get Our Top Shooting Drills and Zeroing Targets ($47 value - but FREE for a limited time). M1A Socom16 with Leupold Scout Scope. Just the satisfaction of working with a highly-evolved tool that does its job with deadly accuracy and dependable reliability. Whoa, This sounds like my kinda gal, .45s and M1As! Its a lightweight rifle with backup ghost ring iron sights mounted on the receiver and not the barrel, a magazine cutoff device to be able to fire one shot only or with a 5-round detachable magazine. Springfields Scout Squad rifle features a forward-mounted scout-style Picatinny rail. Also, we took in-depth look at the Springfield National Match and SOCOM 16 M1A models, so be sure to peep the full review. The 22, the 18 and the 16..the 18 Scout is the most accurate. As with most things military-related, the M14 made its way to the civilian market a decade later with Springfield launching the M1A for civilians in 1974. Springfield Tanker vs Saint Victor 308 Pistol Which Is the Better Ranch Gun? Thank you! You have the choice of a fixed or precision adjustable stock. The 1st rifle Ive EVER taken out of the box, cleaned the factory residuals and took 3 consecutive shots on target @ 100yds and ended with ALL touching at the bull. Nor will you realize the M1A Scouts true potential. M1As are one of the most popular and respected battle rifles in history. Personalize your experience. Finally, every model of the M1A is incredibly easy to operate, simple to maintain, and accurate. We'll send you the latest guides and training tips geared What about your guys in depth field test that showed them to over promise and under deliver in accuracy? Let us know in the comments below. The Scout model is very handy. Guaranteed. The term "M1A" is a proprietary title for Springfield Armory's M14-pattern rifle. Thanks, H20 Man, for the info and the pic. Meanwhile, lucky you. SPECIFICATIONS: Steyr Scout Caliber: .308 Win. In my living room. In 1974, the civilian legal variant of the M14 dubbed the M1A was made available to the public by Springfield Armory of Geneseo, Ill. Let me know what you guys think of the M1A and the different variations Springfield Armory makes. This rail style allows for an intermediate eye relief scope or a red dot sight without blocking the action. Leupold FX-II 2.5x28mm IER Scout on the M8 optics rail from UltiMAK. But yeah, the shorter barrel is handy too. She also has experience in international affairs and political policy analysis. chad haire the reason Jeff Cooper wasnt pleased is because it was a moronic comment, and he wasnt used to replying to moronic comments. Some things that I have learned over the years: The bolt catch / release issue is solved by installing the SEI M14 Extended Bolt Stop/Release. I have a Scout-Squad with a UTG 2-7x44 Accushot Scout in a Bobro SCAR mount. Ditto the unanswered question: When I complained via email, the company didnt even bother to reply. Sounds like someone has an anger issue;) Back to the review though, I absolutely LOVE this rifle and would never sell it (although many have asked).I have an M1A Scout Squad, which I purchased new in 2009. Outfitted with a traditional stock it offers finishes in walnut, black composite, or flat dark earth composite. Additionally, the Springfield Armory M1A and the M14 rifle share a similar gas system with the M60 Machine Gun, which is another full-auto gun that inspired the design. And with the ability for very quick follow up shots its probably also quite serviceable for elk and even moose. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. I found a "standard" model for $1800 flat but was wondering if anyone knew of anyone online shops who might or have the scout model available/or may In the future. I like it as much as my FN FAL or H&K 91. Is there a better option in your mind or is the Scout Squad your favorite? Posted June 23, 2022 in Guns & Gear, Other Gear & Gadgets, Reviews, Rifles, Semi-Auto by Matt E with No CommentsTags: M1A Scout Squad Rifle, Scout Squad Review, Springfield Armory M1A, Springfield M1A. The Standard comes chambered .308 . Wouldnt the round be better with a longer barrel? The steel scope mount really opens up the options for traditional scope. 1. Editors Note: This excerpt is from Modern Survival Guns: The Complete Preppers' Guide to Dealing with Everyday Threats, available now at GunDigestStore.com. Low Mount? Does anyone know whrere one might obtain a Winter Trigger Guead? Although, all this sudden popularity of zombies and vampire girlfriends and whatever else is out there baffles me, but my girl is really into that stuff and guys on these boards talk about their zombie-bugout-SHTF guns. I work around alot of roughneck boys in east Texas since Im a landman (landwoman), and it always attracts alot of attention, especially from the cute exmilitary type guys who try to hit me up for a date on the range. If you're one of those shooters that's needs and can utilize the extra accuracy, and you think your round count will probably be over 6K rounds a year every year, then bite the bullet on the wait time and drop the extra money for the Fulton. Late on day three, the dirtier Chilean surplus brass began to stick in the chamber. Everyone should own at least one M1A. Great review. Springfield Armory Manufacturer of the Year Ballistic Learn more And on second thought, maybe its a good thing that the Cuban revolutionary didnt have 7.62 caliber Springfield Armory M1A Scout Squad. 800+ yard first shot kills. One thing that sets the MVP Scout apart from other scout rifles is that it can accept both M1A and AR-10 magazines. For this, Cooper selected a bolt-action rifle (as these are far less restricted than semi-auto rifles) less than 40 inches long and weighing under 6.5 pounds. If you opt for the precision adjustable stock in either caliber, you can choose between a black composite stock or a flat dark earth composite stock. Brand: Springfield. Thats as long as theyre forward mounted in low profile rings, allowing the scope bell to clear the hand guard. Interestingly, this rifle features a grey laminated wood stock that is weather resistant and includes rubber spacers that can be used to adjust the length of pull at the buttpad. I dont want to say they all hated the M16A1 but they all had these terrific battle rifles taken out of their hands and replaced by the 16s. I have called SA Customer service no less than 5 times over the years (including recently during the middle of a retirement party they were having for one of their old-timers) and they have always been courteous, helpful, and, well just very very nice! I qualified with a M-14 in 1967 and spent 2 years living with Mattel Toys-R Us for the rest of my short career in the Marine Corps. Since then, it's been one of the most popular .308 rifles on the market. Other than the length and muzzle device, the Scout Squad models barrel is the same as that of the Standard Issue model made from 6-groove parkerized carbon steel and with a 1:11 right hand twist. Barrel: 18 in. But the precision adjustable stock also has an 8-inch molded-in accessory rail for you to attach lights, bipods, lasers, and other accessories. Overall Length: 38.5 in. The SAGE EBR stock (either style) is a real upgrade and I prefer them over traditional stocks. With an adjustable buttstock and five length positions, the rifle also offers two cheekpiece positions, and accessory rails on the tops, sides, and bottom of the handguard. Anyone know who is selling a winter trigger for the M1A??? It was introduced in 1998 (see "Dope Bag," April, 2000, p. 50). I absolutely love this rifle. sadlak gas piston. It feels like an older system but its still extremely effective, especially at range. That's hardly surprising given its stopgap nature. Thanks. Mag changes are a simple matter of nose-in-rock-back until you feel the magazine locking into place. M1A - Scout Vs Standard. Weight: 8.8 lbs. Only one company built Cooper his scout rifle while he was alive, the Steyr Scout. 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