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The premium charged by shops re-selling Garands is (besides profit) that you get it today and you can inspect it in person before purchase. Unless you live near, or travel to, one of the CMP stores you get whatever they send you. They do check to make sure it is a decent functioning rifle and safe. My first Service Grade Garand from CMP was pretty average all around and was well worth the money. My second SG was more on the beater side. My third SG I picked out at the Camp Perry store and it is close to pristine.
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