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WTS: Springfield SOCOM 16 M1A (DFW, TX)

Posted: Sun Jan 03, 2010 6:36 pm
by maximus2161
Sold. Sorry for the late reply!

Re: WTS: Springfield SOCOM 16 M1A (DFW, TX)

Posted: Sun Jan 03, 2010 10:12 pm
by The Annoyed Man
Oh man... I just bought two M1A Loadeds within the past month and a half — one for me, and a second one for my son for Christmas. I wish I had known you were going to sell this. I might have bought it for my son...

To whoever buys this, you'll never see another one at this price.

Re: WTS: Springfield SOCOM 16 M1A (DFW, TX)

Posted: Sun Jan 03, 2010 11:03 pm
by dubya
Nice deal. Great seller.

Email sent.

Re: WTS: Springfield SOCOM 16 M1A (DFW, TX)

Posted: Mon Jan 04, 2010 1:08 am
by LostInAustin
maximus2161 wrote:Like new Springfield SOCOM 16 M1A in .308 all black. Had only had 20 rounds thru it. As new condition. Has 4 brand new black CMC 20 round mags and 1 gray 20 round mag (I dont know the brand) Have the box and manual for it. Black nylon sling is included. I will throw in what ammo I have for it also. This is the SOCOM 16 not the SOCOM 16 II with rail on it.

A wonderful rifle. Looking to sell in DFW, TX only. You can email me at: cc.solutions@sbcglobal.net

$1000
:drool: :drool: This is a super gun....wish I had a big bill laying around, it would be gone!

16" and 7.62mm.....everyone at the range knows who's in charge. :shock:

Re: WTS: Springfield SOCOM 16 M1A (DFW, TX)

Posted: Mon Jan 04, 2010 1:36 am
by Beiruty
Do u have pics? Can you post some?

Re: WTS: Springfield SOCOM 16 M1A (DFW, TX)

Posted: Mon Jan 04, 2010 9:09 am
by RECIT
PM and Email sent.

Re: WTS: Springfield SOCOM 16 M1A (DFW, TX)

Posted: Mon Jan 04, 2010 10:12 am
by apostate
Wish I was within 100 miles of you...

Re: WTS: Springfield SOCOM 16 M1A (DFW, TX)

Posted: Mon Jan 04, 2010 11:45 am
by dubya
FYI, I saw this listed as sold on another forum. Looks like this one is gone.

Re: WTS: Springfield SOCOM 16 M1A (DFW, TX)

Posted: Mon Jan 04, 2010 12:04 pm
by longhorn_92
I'm surprised that it lasted this long. That was a great price!

Re: WTS: Springfield SOCOM 16 M1A (DFW, TX)

Posted: Mon Jan 04, 2010 12:31 pm
by Beiruty
What so special about thus rifle?

Re: WTS: Springfield SOCOM 16 M1A (DFW, TX)

Posted: Mon Jan 04, 2010 12:44 pm
by marksiwel
Beiruty wrote:What so special about thus rifle?
if you have to ask :roll:

Re: WTS: Springfield SOCOM 16 M1A (DFW, TX)

Posted: Mon Jan 04, 2010 1:54 pm
by The Annoyed Man
Beiruty wrote:What so special about thus rifle?
Classic lines, good accuracy, semi-automatic, historically important (in its standard configurations), 7.62x51mm NATO/.308 Winchester, based on the venerable M14 select fire battle rifle. The variant for sale here allows the mounting of a forward positioned scope as in a scout rifle.

SOCOM 16" M1A like the one for sale here, shown with forward mounted optic:
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Standard M1A with scope mounted (like mine):
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The primary differences between the two are the barrel length, which is shortened from 22" to 16" on the SOCOM model, and the incorporation of a Picatinny rail mounted forward of the action.

The M14s are among the last of the battle rifles designed with wood stocks, although many M1A variants now have synthetic stocks, as does mine.

M1As are the natural descendants of the M1 Garand of WW2 fame, and they are still used today in 1,000 rifle competition; and M14s remain in selective use in the military in a variety of specialized roles.

Re: WTS: Springfield SOCOM 16 M1A (DFW, TX)

Posted: Mon Jan 04, 2010 2:12 pm
by RECIT
Beiruty wrote:What so special about thus rifle?
Its tough as nails, accurate as it needs to be, will punch holes through cinder blocks and still reach out and touch the target. It is BLACK too! Really though...it is the shortest hardest hitting battle rifle on the market with a proven track record dating way back. And I WANT one!

Re: WTS: Springfield SOCOM 16 M1A (DFW, TX)

Posted: Mon Jan 04, 2010 2:20 pm
by Beiruty
Ah, I $$$$ is no issue, I pick:
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at the day of when I am like Bill Gates, I will be hunting deers with:

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Re: WTS: Springfield SOCOM 16 M1A (DFW, TX)

Posted: Mon Jan 04, 2010 3:03 pm
by Purplehood
The M1A is just a classy-looking rifle, period. I hate to admit it, but I would buy it on looks alone. Kinda like my next wife. :biggrinjester: