Complete M1 Garand »

A heavily illustrated, practical history for shooters and collectors alike, this book tells the complete story of the robust M1 Garand. High-quality, detailed photos; functional and troubleshooting data, including original military manuals; market information and much more make this a valuable resource on a classic battle rifle.

Chapter 1 - The M1 Garand: An Overview and History
The Rifles by Manufacturer
The Rifles by Stateside Source
The Old Rifle Rejuvenated: The Safe, Accurate, Smart, Complete M1
M1 Fodder and Fee: Ammo for the Warhorse
Straight and True Downrange: M1 Garand and Accuracy
Chapter 2 - The Practical M1 Garand
Quick Rules of Thumb (and Other Body Parts) in the Care and Maintenance of John Garand's Big, Heavy Rifle
Troubleshooting and General Maintenance
National Match, Accuracy Rifles
Chapter 3 - The Garand, Illustrated and Explained
Wartime Garands
World War II Serial Numbers, as Allocated
The Postwar Garands
Special-Purpose Rifles and Rarities
Spin-Offs and Derivatives of the M1 Garand
Chapter 4 - Your Garand and the Garand of Tomorrow
Parts Compendium - Special Notes to Collectors
The Garand Marketplace: Resources and Suppliers
Reloading for the Garand and Similar Semiautos
Sources