#SPRINGFIELD ARMORY M1A SUPER MATCH SERIAL NUMBERS SERIAL NUMBER#Sport Master SM serial number prefix 1991 M1AE2 Super Match heavy barrel, bedded stock 1978 through 1983 M1AE2 National Match National Match barrel, bedded stock 1978 through 1983 M1AE2 Standard standard contour barrel 1973 through 1974, 1978 through 1983 M1A Combat Shaw standard stock with metal butt plate or Shaw E2 stock with rubber butt pad 1982 M1A-A1 Assault folding stock 1981 through 1983 Super Match heavy barrel, bedded stock 1975 through 1983 National Match standard contour National Match barrel, bedded stock 1978 through 1983 Match Grade standard contour National Match barrel, bedded stock 1971 through 1976 Standard usually assembled with a USGI chromium plated barrel 1971 through 1983 Stock Number Description Year(s) Available adopted a stock numbering system in 1984 for its M1A rifles and related accessories. The years of availability for some models is not fully fleshed out but the list of models should be complete. This information has been gathered from factory catalogs and dealer price lists as well as the SA, Inc. (Texas and Illinois companies) since 1971. Mods, may we have this post added as a sticky to the M1/M14/M1A Info threads? TIAĪn advanced M1A collector and I have teamed up to put together a list of known M1A rifle models offered by Springfield Armory, Inc. A recent phone coversation with Springifeld about this rifle has confirmed this. This is an early Springfield built by Glen Nelson of Nelson Custom for Springfield with an M-21 stkc and all National Match quality parts. Our Assessment: This is a rare and special M1a. The trigger is smooth and drops sharply after about a 1/8” take-up (the way competitors like them).īox, Paperwork & Accessories: Sling swivels are provided. Mechanics: The action functions correctly. Overall, this rifle rates in about Excellent condition. There is a minor rub / handling mark on the operating rod. The balance of the finish shows minor wear in and around the bolt area. Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its metal finish. The stocks rate in about Excellent overall condition.īore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp and deep. 13” from the trigger to the back of the Pachmayr rubber buttpad. These marks are found at the pistol grip and near the front sling swivel. There are just a few compression marks and minor surface scratches. The cheekpiece is adjustable with a screw on the right side of the buttstock. Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are the special wide M-21 configuration with smooth oiled wood. Sights / Optics: This rifle is mounted with National Match sights, the front sight is marked “NM 062”, and the rear sight has the NM hooded aperture and is marked “HRA-W”. 24 ½” to the end of the California legal muzzle break. Rifle / 7.62-mm M1A / Springfield / Armory / 046453”.īarrel Length: Approx. The metal adjustable cheek piece arm (inside under the extension) is marked “1733” on the left side. We did NOT remove the stock from the action or barrel because it is bedded. Markings: The bolt is marked “7790186 / TRW ZJ”, the trigger housing is marked “7267030-1”. Serial Number: 046453 (this rifle is from the Golden Age of M1A’s)Īction Type: Semi-Auto, Removable Magazine
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