Gun Digest Book of the M1 Garand

Discover the Thrill of Owning and Shooting the M1 Garand!See why todays shooters prefer the reliability and firepower of the Garand for survival, competition and fun!Few American firearms have stood the test of time like the M1 Garand. The World War II-era semi-automatic rifle designed by John C. Garand has been immortalized by General George S. Patton, who described it as The greatest battle implement ever devised. It embodies the solid feel and construction that only wood and steel can provide and stands shoulder-to-shoulder with other timeless military guns, including the iconic 1911 handgun. Indeed, the M1 Garand remains a popular choice for todays shooters.Now, inGun Digest Book of the M1 Garand,noted firearms authority Patrick Sweeney explores everything from the history and basic design of the Garand to buying, collecting, maintaining and shooting Americas most-cherished .30-06 rifle.Inside Youll Discover:History and Development of the GarandHow the Garand worksWhat to look for when buying a GarandHow to improve your Garands accuracyHandloading for the Garand and ammunition specificsCompeting with the GarandSighting-in and shooting the GarandWhether youre interested in learning how to evaluate proofmarks and start a Garand collection or want an old-school warhorse for prepping or plinking, Sweeney covers it all inGun Digest Book of the M1 Garand!