1979 Springfield Armory M1A M14 USGI TRW Barrel Early Geneseo SN# .308 Win

Description:
MANUFACTURER: SPRINGFIELD ARMORY 
MODEL: M1A USGI-COMPONENT ERA RIFLE WITH TRW BARREL 
YEAR MANUFACTURED: 1978-1981 EARLY GENESEO PRODUCTION 
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: UNITED STATES 
SERIAL NUMBER: 072291 
ARMORY MARKS: US RIFLE M1A / SPRINGFIELD ARMORY / GENESEO IL (EARLY COMMERCIAL M1A RECEIVER PRODUCED DURING SPRINGFIELD ARMORY'S USGI COMPONENT ERA) 
CALIBER: .308 WINCHESTER / 7.62X51 NATO 
CAPACITY: 20+1 ROUNDS 
BARREL LENGTH: 22.00" 
BARREL FEATURES: USGI TRW M14 BARREL (TRW 7790190), FLASH SUPPRESSOR, BAYONET LUG 
RIFLING: 4-GROOVE RIGHT-HAND RIFLING, USGI M14 SPECIFICATION 
OVERALL LENGTH: 44.30" 
LENGTH OF PULL: 13.00" 
OPERATING SYSTEM: GAS-OPERATED ROTATING BOLT SYSTEM 
ACTION: SEMI-AUTOMATIC 
TRIGGER: TWO-STAGE MILITARY-STYLE TRIGGER GROUP 
IRON SIGHTS: M14 APERTURE REAR SIGHT WITH PROTECTED FRONT POST 
STOCK: SMOOTH WALNUT
GRIP: SEMI-PISTOL 
FIREARM FINISH: PARKERIZED STEEL 
CONDITION: GOOD WITH ATTRACTIVE WOOD, STRONG BORE AND LIGHT HANDLING MARKS 
ADDITIONAL FEATURES: EARLY LOW-SERIAL GENESEO RECEIVER, HIGHLY DESIRABLE USGI TRW BARREL, USGI M14 DRAWING NUMBER BOLT, FLASH SUPPRESSOR, BAYONET LUG, COLLECTOR-GRADE USGI-COMPONENT ERA CONFIGURATION
WHAT’S INCLUDED: RIFLE, TWO (2) MAGAZINES 

Collectors know there is a major difference between a modern-production M1A and an early Geneseo rifle built during Springfield Armory's celebrated USGI-parts era. This low-serial-number M1A falls squarely into that desirable period and features one of the most sought-after components found on any M14-pattern rifle: a genuine USGI TRW barrel. Built to preserve the legendary handling and performance of the U.S. Military M14, this rifle delivers the classic battle rifle experience that serious collectors and shooters continue to chase decades later.

The heart of this rifle is its highly desirable TRW-marked USGI barrel carrying the correct M14 drawing number 7790190. Among M14 enthusiasts, TRW-produced components are widely regarded as some of the finest manufactured during the entire M14 program. Combined with Springfield Armory's early receiver production and USGI-pattern operating system, this rifle represents the type of configuration that has become increasingly difficult to find as original government components continue disappearing into long-term collections.

The traditional walnut stock gives the rifle the unmistakable profile of America's last full-power battle rifle while providing excellent balance and durability. The proven gas-operated rotating bolt system offers exceptional reliability, smooth cycling, and long service life. The protected aperture sight system remains one of the finest iron sight arrangements ever installed on a military rifle, allowing rapid target acquisition while maintaining excellent precision at extended distances.

Chambered in .308 Winchester / 7.62 NATO, this M1A delivers outstanding ballistic performance for competition, recreational shooting, hunting, and practical field use. The 22-inch barrel extracts excellent velocity from the cartridge while maintaining the traditional handling characteristics that made the M14 famous around the world. Whether engaging steel at long range or pursuing medium and large game, the platform offers the power, accuracy, and reliability expected from a full-size battle rifle chambered in one of the most proven cartridges ever developed.

Early USGI-component-era M1A rifles have become increasingly desirable as collectors recognize the significance of rifles assembled during Springfield Armory's formative years. This example combines a low serial number, genuine TRW barrel, military walnut stock, classic M14 profile, and the timeless appeal that has made the M1A one of the most respected semi-automatic rifles ever produced. For the collector who understands the value of authentic USGI components and early-production Springfield rifles, this is exactly the type of M1A that belongs in the safe.

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Curio/Relic: Yes
Rifle Caliber: .308 Winchester
Manufacturer: SPRINGFIELD ARMORY
Model: M1A
Serial Number: 072291
Barrel Length: 22
Bore Info: STRONG
Condition: GOOD
Metal Condition: GOOD
Wood Condition: GOOD
Bore Condition: GOOD
Manufacture Date: 1979

Price: $2,399.99
Shipping: $39.99
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