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M1D - a time capsule from the DCM (Director of Civilian Marksmanship, now know as the CMP).

 

It was built into the sniper configuration back in 1969 at the Tooele Army Depot and then offered through a lottery system back in 1996 through the DCM. It's never been fired or even had the accessories assembled until today...

 

Enjoy!

 

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I started into firearms many years ago as a shooter. Over time I've become more of a collector than a shooter and it's always a struggle when I get something like this. I've had lots of NIB rifles and I've shot a couple of them and still have some that I don't ever plan on shooting. I had every intention of shooting this one when I bought it, though. I have to admit that I started having second thoughts after seeing it in person, but I bought this one for my enjoyment, not the next owner. :)

 

Also, since these M1D rifles were built from other rifles, and it was certainly test fired once built, I try to justify it that way. lol.

 

The receiver on this one is a Springfield Armory receiver that was built in 1944. Most of the M1D barrels were produced in 1952 and 1953. This one has a '52 barrel. You can tell the genuine M1D barrels by the original drawing number stamped on it: D7312555

 

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  • 2 months later...

Finally got a break in this lovely Ohio weather and took the M1D for it's FIRST EVER range trip this week. What a blast!! I'm sure glad I decided to shoot this one. :)

 

I thought the clunky old fashioned flash hider was a bit ugly at first, but it's starting to grow on me.

 

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I've only put 64 rounds through it so far, and most of them were spent getting the M84 telescope zeroed and getting the very tight action working smoothly. I did shoot one 5 round group for pattern and was able to get about 2.5-3 MOA at 100yds. with 1973 Greek HXP ammo. I still need some more range time with it. The trigger is excellent, the scope takes a bit to get used to.

 

I don't think this one will ever be more accurate than my Russian PU Snipers but you certainly wouldn't want to be on the receiving end!

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