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For the M1 fanatics!!!!
Aztech is now importing parts kit from the US.
The kits have new Criterion barrels, Stocks and everything else but the receiver.
A good option for people that bought receivers from SFRC or other stores in Canada....like me. lol
They also have the Schuster gas plug so you can shoot hot ammo without breaking it.
https://www.aztecharmory.com/advance...garand&x=0&y=0
Have fun!
hmmmm....
It's all true... parts kits and complete rifles available.
check out http://garandguy.com/ and let us know what you need.
Even the Americans have to pay through the nose for Garand parts. What would be the going rate for his gas cylinders in CDN funds?
http://garandguy.com/product/gas-cyl...-now-in-stock/
exchange rate + Aztech import fees for parts is my guess
Can't control the exchange rate, but there are no import fees for any Garand Guy parts or firearms.Quote:
Originally Posted by MiniMe
He's sold out of the gas cylinders for now. send me an email reminder and I'll put you on the alerts list if you want one. $57.00 US would be the price. CDN amount subject to constant change.Quote:
Originally Posted by FALover
Update on Garand Guy. We have four complete rifle and five parts kits coming in on the December import. Prices vary, send me a PM or email for details.
Interested in two or 3 kits, especially if they are 500 dollars. M1 Garand only
Hello?
Those $500 kits on garand guy is for making a BM 59E it seems. What's the difference in parts, might be cheaper getting that, and sourcing a few other parts to make it a traditional garand.
For best results, send Marshall an e-mail. You'll find all the contact info at the Aztech link near the top of the page. The sponsors don't always have time to check the forum several times a day, and sometimes a thread gets missed. E-mail or pick up the phone. Aztech is pretty good to deal with so far as personal experience would lead me to believe.Quote:
Originally Posted by H.K.Glock 007
Sorry... took the long weekend off and have been a little slow getting caught up.
the BM 59 is actually a prohib, so it's not really a viable option to build one. I'm not an expert, but I believe it would be hard to make a traditional Garand from one of those kits. The biggest issue is the BM 59 is magazine fed as opposed to the clip. Also, the BM 59 kits come with the 7.62 NATO (.308) barrel, so to build a traditional rifle you would need to get an'06 barrel.
My advice is to go with the regular kit and save the hassle and possible extra expense.
Just talked to Tony "The Garand Guy" and he confirmed that the BM 59 kits are not a good option to build a traditional Garand. As mentioned they come with a .308 barrel for starters and the stock is definitely different to allow for the box magazine. You would need to add a piece back in to the bottom of the stock in order to make the lower plate fit. You would also need to get the proper lower plate and somehow attach it or get a proper trigger group with the plate in place. Plus the op-rod is shorter on the BM 59 so it wouldn't work with a .30-'06 set up.
He did say that he could put together a .308 kit using most of the BM 59 parts and substituting a standard trigger group. The stock would have the extra piece of wood set in place, but it would not necessarily match the rest of the wood, so it might not look too great. It would be more cost than the base BM 59 kit due to the extra work for him to fix up the stock, but if anyone is interested in this option let me know and I'll get you a price.
If I ever get to finishing the garand I'd be interested. I'd rather a .308 I think
No point asking at the moment though, not on my behalf
I take it that BM59 receivers and mags are unobtanium.
It never hurts to get a price. There are enough receivers floating around that a mutt garand might be an interesting project.
Likely I'd just sit on the parts for a few decades, though. Don't know anyone here who can do the barrel work.
from the sounds of post #13, a bm59 receiver would be prohib.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mark-II
My derp: didn't readQuote:
Originally Posted by lone-wolf
I would be curious to know the cost compared to the other garand kit.Quote:
Originally Posted by Marshall
If you use a BM 59 kit to build a traditional M1 Garand the extra costs add up. Price of a 30.06 barrel ($300), proper stock (Garand Guy has new stocks with the Garand kit)($150) repair/modify oprod (at least $100), another trigger housing($40. approx if you find a deal) ,a new clip ejector spring($10)Have barrel installed and reamed( varies). THEN! As the BM 59 is box fed, you need all the inards for the Garand. Follower,bullet guide,follower arm, oprod catch and the pin that holds them in place($100+) .A new oprod spring and the follower rod ($30 + for both) The BM also has a different bolt release and you would need a Garand clip latch/pin/spring($50). There is no inexpensive way to build a Garand in Canada.
As FALover explains, there are many things to consider... further to that I just had a long conversation with Tony and he confirmed that the receiver is different as well. The original Garand receiver would need to be milled out in order to accept the magazines and would then not work with the clips.
So... I asked him to give me a less expensive option and he came up with the idea to take the used .308 barrel and combine it with some of the other usable parts from the BM59 kit and then sub in whatever else would be required to make it all work.
When all is said and done, we can offer those kits for $649 USD... still not inexpensive, but much better than the #1 parts kit which sells for $1049. Keep in mind that the #1 kit is '06 and this less expensive kit will be in .308. Also, the #1 kit has a brand new barrel where this one would be used. All the parts on the #1 are reparked with refinished furniture. These .308 kits will possibly be a mixture of original finishes and will not have the refinished wood.
In any case we will get .308 kit listed on our site shortly so it will be available to purchase. Keep in mind that they won't be arriving in BC now until the Sept 5th import.
frig, I like that deal. Ummmm I'll see how work goes.
I have been mulling over the idea of a M1-BM 59 hybrid just to get that Italian look. If all goes as hoped I will be looking into one of these kits!
3 receivers. I can try one of these I think...then 2 more if I get lucky on the first one....now...who to get in Virden MB area to properly install barrel? Hmmmn
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Originally Posted by H.K.Glock 007
I had a fellow from Fort Mac drop in this week (he was visiting family) and we barreled, finished reamed and assembled his Garand. In a Deans Gun Restoration stock it is a beauty! I forgot to take pics but he is one happy M1 owner!
Well, I'm in for one kit. Just ordered it. I'll likely stash the other receivers. This should be a great winter project!
...can't find it
Oh, I was looking for the mixmaster one - the Winnipegger Special for $649. I thought you were talking about that one being up.
Sorry for the delay in getting this set up...
Here's the link to the 308 parts kit: https://www.aztecharmory.com/garand-parts-p-33736.html
At this point these kits will come in on the Sept 5th import.
Let me know if you have any questions.
I need to get finances in check but please save me one of these Marshall! Thank you very much for doing this for me/us!
How long do I have to order one before the SEPT 5th import?
Technically the cutoff for the Sept 5th import is Aug 2nd, but we will be bringing a few extra of these kits in for inventory.Quote:
Originally Posted by H.K.Glock 007
I think I might be in for one too
An adjustable gas plug too. I don't know if I can add to my order.
30-06 Garand Guy kit arrived today! Very nice build kit, and the Boyd stock is exceptional. Time do do some refresher reading and get going on the new project. Thanks Aztech.
Is there still unsold $649 USD 308 kits?
You're welcome... Happy to help.Quote:
Originally Posted by Spectre
Yes, we still have two of the #4 kits here in BC and more coming on the Nov import.
Still want one. Just can't afford it right now. ...bought another shotgun :(
This looks like a good deal for the supporting parts, but where can I get a genuine WW2 receiver-only in good shape?
Shotguns are good too... :cool1:Quote:
Originally Posted by Mark-II
We will be getting more so no worries. Another option is to put one on layaway. If you're interested in that send Carol Ann an email and she will get you the details. [email protected]
Check this out... http://www.gunbroker.com/item/590352022Quote:
Originally Posted by Petamocto
If interested let me know and we can work something out for you.
I'm firing off an email in this regard.Quote:
Originally Posted by Marshall
-Ryan J
M, PM sent my good man, very interested.Quote:
Originally Posted by Marshall
I just might... ThanksQuote:
Originally Posted by Marshall
Can you get Inland stuff at all? The new company with the old name
This is tempting. Everything looks like it's on sale at the Garand Guy website, too, with common guns being an extra $100 off.