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T. O'Heir · August 13, 2019, 01:12 PM

Just after W.W. II, the M1 Rifle was still the official Service Rifle.
"...the first "Rewelds"..." Were junk then and they are now too. It's very difficult to get two unmatched parts to work properly.
"...from GI bring backs..." No such thing. The troopies were not allowed to keep their issue kit. Any rifle that was brought back in a duffle bag is stolen.
The Korean War ended in 1953. No such thing as an issued M-14 until 1957 when it was officially adopted. Rumour has it that some troopies could buy an M1 Rifle or Carbine as early as the late 50's after 1958.

August 13, 2019, 01:12 PM	#5
T. O'Heir Senior Member Join Date: February 13, 2002 Location: Canada Posts: 12,453	Just after W.W. II, the M1 Rifle was still the official Service Rifle. "...the first "Rewelds"..." Were junk then and they are now too. It's very difficult to get two unmatched parts to work properly. "...from GI bring backs..." No such thing. The troopies were not allowed to keep their issue kit. Any rifle that was brought back in a duffle bag is stolen. The Korean War ended in 1953. No such thing as an issued M-14 until 1957 when it was officially adopted. Rumour has it that some troopies could buy an M1 Rifle or Carbine as early as the late 50's after 1958. __________________ Spelling and grammar count!