Customer Reviews for Springfield Armory Loaded M1A Semi Auto Rifle .308 Win/7.62 NATO
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09/09/2024
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This is a serious bit of kit. Flawless out of the box. Comes with a great soft case too! Had my eye on this for a hot minute and I lucked out with the Bud's Labor day pricing and a Springfield promotion at the same time. Glad I subscribed to the email alerts, though my wife is now making me turn off the email alerts.
08/02/2023
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Great product so far I'm very satisfied with the quality and price of the item
04/15/2023
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Great gun shot great right out of the box nothing but good to say about it 👍 👍
03/31/2022
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Awesome firearm with lots of power. Great pricing and fast delivery
03/31/2022
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Great rifle, very accurate.
06/04/2020
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Extremely well-built exactly what I expected with this M1A Springfield Armory does it again by delivering another well-built firearm This is why I am Loyal customer to Springfield Armory
01/26/2019
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It is a civilian M14. That is about as good as it gets in battle rifles. The new Socom scout seems to have solved the age old problem of scope mounts for this rifle. That might be my next big purchase.
12/11/2015
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My first purchase from buds. Excellent service and rifle arrived within 4 days of purchase. Upon opening the box your not disappointed. Can't wait to put some rounds down range. Only problem I see is the sling buckles are a little tight but sure they will loosen up with a little use.
08/01/2015
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1st order from Bud's. Now I'm working on my 2nd layaway. Very impressed with the service rifle is spectacular!
07/19/2015
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Gun arrived in perfect condition. Absolutely a beautiful gun. This is my first M1a and this model will be good started for me to learn the system. It has a lot of the nicer upgrades as the NM model but without the price. And I will be able to slowly upgrade this one as I go. I used Buds "Make an Offer" system and got the gun at a good price, not amazing but fair. Buds preffered FFL system also made the purchase super easy without all the run around trying to set up a transfer. The only complaint I have is Buds Shipping and Processing time. I bought the gun on 7-3 and didn't receive it till 7-17. If you don't include weekends it's within their estimated time, but that's still ridiculous, no one takes that long to ship firearms. They should at least give you an option to expedite the order for an extra charge if you want.
10/10/2012
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A great buy. Although it took a little on the longer end to receive my rifle (I think about 2 weeks), when my new M1A arrived it made the waiting obsolete. I shot about a 12 inch group at 200 yards out pretty consistently (right out of the box). I am a bit rusty since I've been out of the marines, but without any of the bells and whistles not to shabby. Can't wait for my new sling and bipod. Buds definitely delivered and this being my first dealings with them I have to give five stars. They keep you informed throughout the shipping process and delivered a high quality rifle.
09/02/2012
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First off, Buds was great as usual, received item quickly and as promised. Don't have to worry with buds insurance. Now about the rifle, Awesome !!!, scoped it out with a SWFA SS 20x42 ,sighted in the iron sights in 6 rounds, the scope sighted in with 9 shots with the aid of a laser bore sighter first at 100 ft. Finalizing out at 300 ft. This weapon is way more accurate than most shooters, added a bi pod and sling. This is a very unique and awesome rifle for hunting and home defense. Definitely a keeper !!!.
05/14/2012
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Wow,,, This rifle is everything as advertised. Took it to the range for the first time and It was dead on target. I would recommend to you, to add this rifle to your collection. The only draw back is the cost of ammo. 'Hey Bud', how about an ammo sale for us 308 owners? Buying an M1A is like buying a printer. It's not the cost of the printer, it's the INK. But with that said, you can find good prices if your deligently searching for it. Bud was great with the purchase cost and delivery. My local gun shop cost $300 dollars more and could not deliver. They even talked trash about Bud. The fact is though, Bud delivered as promised. Thanks! :)
02/02/2012
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I am in awe of the M14 platform. I was zeroed in on center mass @ 250 yards in 18 total shots. Probably will add a Nightforce or U.S. Optic. I own two, this is one of them...the other is the M1A Black Synthetic Loaded in 18". I plan to phase my AR's out and add another three or four M14's. Probably will get a Socom 16" and the 18" and 22" in the Walnut.
01/13/2012
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I ordered my M1A and had it in my had in just over a week. Gun is perfect as described. Cant wait to go shooting!!! Any questions were answered very quickly. Will probably be buying more from buds!
12/01/2011
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If your in the market for a 308 semiautomatic rifle look no longer. I loaded up some 168gr Hornady A-Max bullets with H-4895 went to the range 3/4 inch groups at 100yds all day long. I may adjust the load a hair to see if it improves anymore but if that's the best I'd still be very happy. I've shot the AR-10s and well you can see what I bought. Its built with steel and feels like a rifle should it just gives you the feeling that whatever you shoot at its going to feel massive pain. I like ARs and own top notch ARs but its best used with the smaller round in my option. Its worth saving up your pennys to buy this rifle trust me. Check-mate mags and Shuster adjustable gas plug is a nice add on.
08/10/2011
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I love this platform. I own two M1A's and they both function flawlessly. I am able to hit center mast with both the 18" and 22" with iron sights consistently out to 300 meters. I am considering mounting a Long Range scope on the 22" and see if I can venture out into the 500+ meter range comfortably.
07/09/2011
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super accurate rifle. doing 1 inch groups at 100 yds with cheap federal soft point from walmart. gets oohs and ahhs every time i take it to the range. my ar-10 is doesnt hold a stick to this m1a excellent service by buds. shipped same day as i ordered it. received it 3 business days later at my ffl (long guns ship ups ground). this is my second purchase from buds and wont be my last.
01/30/2011
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great gun at a great price. shoots really well, very accurate.buds gun shop is great to deal with. quick & easy payment, delivery, & pickup. would recommend looking here when looking for a gun!
01/28/2011
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I bought this SA M1a 'Loaded' rifle from Buds about a month ago. So, here is what I can tell you: VERY nice rifle out fo the box - no hiccups, fed everything well, no misfeeds or misfires. Acuuracy is better than I am. Fit and finish is very nice, and the components are indeed thick and rugged. The MA9226 shoots well, is not too heavy and allows for a great cheek weld (for me at least). Now, about BUDS: I was a lttle hesitant to buy a gun online - never done it before, wasn't sure what to expect. The transaction with Buds was perfect from start to finish - I got the rifle I wanted at a very good price, with plenty of follow up emails to track my order along the way. Ordered on Thursday, had the rifle in my hands the next Wednesday, plenty fast. These guys were great. My next rifle will indeed come from Buds. -D
09/07/2010
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One of the many purchases I have made from Buds Gun Shop. This is a great Rifle. I suggest you buy one but I would only buy from Buds. Great Place to buy firearms. Great Service. I will buy from again.
10/19/2009
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Amazing rifle! I have been dying to get my hands on one of these and I finaly did. Price is a steal for a NM barreled M1A, dead on at 100 yards right out of the box. I didn't have to adjust the sights at all, 2in groups at 100yards. Buy it you will not be disappointed, A+++!
03/23/2009
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2nd SA M1A loaded that I bought from Buds, the first one was SS. Good & fast service like usual. The rifle is accurate right off the box. After 5 minutes adjusting the windage rear sight, I was consistently hitting a 12" target iron plate 520 yards away with ease. Can't wait for Buds to stock more of M1As, so I can start my collection of M1A.