Springfield Armory's civilian production of the historic M1 Garand rifle, using USGI parts and newly manufactured receivers. The only US company to produce new-production M1 Garands for the civilian market in the modern era. General Patton called the original 'the greatest battle implement ever devised.' Type: Rifle Action: Semi-Automatic Caliber: .30-06 Sprg Capacity: 8 Year introduced: 1979, USA Weight: 9.5 oz Overall length: 43.6" Status: Active Intended use: Collection, Historical, Service