M1A Rifles and Stocks

The rifles of the M1A series are the civilian version of the esteemed M14 military rifle. The M1A Scout Squad rifle is the shortened and more modernized version that is regarded by many as an excellent masterpiece. The Scout version of the M1A has the ability to shoot 3 to 4'' better at 100 yards.

Though using this rifle will be surprised to know that the M1A Scout Squad has unbelievable accuracy. A famous quote by a Vietnam War veteran states that the M1A is so accurate that it can "shoot the balls of a mosquito". The Scout Squad has a major advantage and that is the rifle's cleaner operating system that is very easy to use and causes no direct gas impingement. Also, the rifle is good for target practice and security as the M1A is built with a semi-automatic design. Not only can it be used for target practice, the rifle is also a popular favorite for any kind of hunting. With all this good features and specifications, the only turn off would be that the rifle is a little expensive than your average rifle and it is also on the heavy side.

Due to its accuracy in target shooting, the rifle is also becoming a favorite among the law enforcement circuit. When the rifle is mounted on optical sight base, it provides the shooter with an excellent platform to aim point military sight. The iron's accuracy can go up to 500 yards under skillful hands and the rifle has all the advantages of target acquisition.

Though the rifle comes with a proprietary muzzle stabilizer, shooters should make sure that have good ear protectors as the M1A Scout Squad makes quite a blast during shooting. Apart from its well known accuracy, the rifle is also one machine that is truly powerful and compact- which is a good thing since it needs to compliment the other features and the weight of the rifle. The rifle also is equipped with a 16 inch barrel which makes it possible to be fitted with a returned gas system. Top that up with black fiberglass stock and forward-mounted scout-style scope mount, the rifle sits a class above the rest as it is an engineering and design marvel.

If you look at all these expects, you would probably understand why the M1A is priced expensively compared to other rifles such as the Armalite AR-10 Carbide. However, where the Armalite fails us in terms of the ergonomics and accuracy, the M1A Scout wins hands down. It is undeniably solid, not like another piece of shooting device with low quality plastic such as its counterparts. That is why the M1A is known in shooting circles and among rifle enthusiasts as the Battle Rifle, due to its sturdy design and high accuracy. It is heavy due to its robust design but very accurate for a semi-automatic. If you get your hands on a M1A Scout Squad rifle, it will help you to understand its amazing specifications and wonderful performance. A lot of those who have been in the war and have experience with the M1A-the fully automated version have approved of the quality of the M1A Scout.