This is an Air Force Performance Grade National Match M1 Garand rifle SA 3311518.

These were built into match rifles by USAF armorers at the USAF Competitive Weapons Shop at Lackland AFB. Very few AFPG Garands made it into civilian hands, far fewer than Navy B's as it was common for the AF team member to "acquire" their rifles upon retirement and very few were sold to state shooting associations and clubs through the DCM. After the largest supporter of the competitive marksmanship in the USAF, Gen. Curtis LeMay, passed away the USAF NM rifle program died off. The USAF then turned most of the remaining AFPG M1s into drill rifles (welded and plugged barrels) or parade rifles (refinished for appearances).

Muzzle Gauge: 0+

Throat Gauge: 1

Barrel: RIA 7.62mm 11686320 SPL 6069 M118

The bore of this rifle is in good condition with little to no rust and/or pitting.

The breech of this rifle is not in the white.

Receiver: D28291 35 A 18 O

Bolt: D28287 - 19SA B-16-B

Op-Rod: 6535382 IHC

Trigger Housing: D28290 - 12SA

Hammer: C46008 - 5SA

Safety: SA-11

Markings: 7.62 mm is etched on bolt, AFPG stamped on barrel, various proof markings stamped on barrel, 1518 "10" "70" stamped on upper stock. Proof mark and faint cartouches can be found on the stock. "NM" stamped on stacking swivel.

Other Information: NM 062 front sight; NM 595 hooded rear sight.

The wood of this rifle is GI wood that has been heavily lacquered and has some imperfections.

Sold as is.

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