Reddit mentions of U.S. M1 Garand WWII 1907 Pattern Leather Sling - Leather & Steel

Need to get you a 1907 sling, like this one.

It’s the chocolate raptor, adjustable height, not fixed.

Sling is here. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004G02ULC was kind of dry so I rubbed hand lotion into it for a while. Skin is skin, I guess.

Thanks! I got the sling off Amazon, a repro manufactured in India by the listing info.

This being my first M1, I had a bit of a rocky start earlier today, firing 128 rounds of surplus Austrian 7.62 NATO. I'll chalk up most of them to user error as I was learning my way around the gun, buuuuut:

• Had a few issues with clips not feeding properly. I'll chalk this up to mostly me learning how to feed the clips and the general finickiness of the M1.
  
• About 60 or so rounds in, the front sight fell off. Range gunsmith came in to look at it, determined it was probably the oil heating up and loosening the sight, so we fixed it on the spot.
  
• Around 90-100 rounds, had a failure to feed and the bolt actually got jammed up. Gunsmith came back with a rubber mallet and freed it up.
  
  Other than that though, it sent rounds downrange when it wasn't being a dick about the clips. I'm still relatively new to shooting so I was getting horrible groups (albeit still hitting the target), but the other shooters at the range were able to get good ones at 20, 25 yards (I only have access to a 50 yard indoor range here in NJ). Recoils like a son-of-a-bitch, but I guess that's part of the charm.

I use either a Magpul MS4, GI sling, or a US 1907 sling on my AR rifles. Just change out the connectors for what you need for your rifle if you don't have the standard connection points.

It's this one: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004G02ULC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_FH2jxbM6QMBQC

I like it. Seems well made and durable.

If you get curious and completely disassemble the rifle or you're replacing the Sear Spring with the YoDave one, be extremely careful when you remove the Sear Pin. There is a Sear Steel Ball in there (see 2:45 in this video) that will shoot out, and you will lose it. I only found mine after much frustration and the eventual help of a magnet. It's also very hard to get back in without a fairly simple trick, explained in this thread.

I would suggest trying to adjust the Trigger Rod Nut to adjust the trigger pull first. I've done that and found it to be quite good. That said, I'm going to buy the YoDave CZ 452 trigger kit right now and install it immediately when it comes (Hooray for not being unemployed anymore!).

Instead of a bipod like others are suggesting to steady it, I have found great pride in being able to properly use a sling (also this video and this hilarious one and this and this and this one for lefties and many others you can find yourself). My personal favorites are the M1907 leather sling and the USGI Web Sling. It's important to note that a heavier rifle does not necessarily make it more steady. In fact, after a few shots, it's more likely to become less accurate as your support arm tires. With the use of a sling, your arms will be substantially less tired than without, and you will be inherently steadier anyway.

If you can find an Appleseed Event near you, I highly recommend it. You'll get all of this from a qualified instructor with some one-on-one time as well. They suggest using a semi-automatic rifle with peep sights, but a bolt action with tangent sights (what comes standard on the CZ 452) will work splendidly. There you will learn basic riflery and marksmanship, as well as some American history through kind-of-embellished storytelling.

Here's a PDF copy of the instruction manual *PDF Warning, duh in English. Study it during take down and cleaning, and maybe you'll find the courage to completely disassemble your rifle. You'll have a greater understanding of how your rifle works after doing that.

Most importantly, be safe and have fun! You've chosen a fantastic rifle! Welcome to my favorite sport and passion!


Before handling a firearm...

remember, and remind those around you

Treat all guns as if they are loaded.

Never let the muzzle cover anything you are not willing to destroy.

Keep your finger off the trigger until your sights are on the target.

Be sure of your target and what is beyond it.