The adoption of the M1 Garand rifle by the United States Army ... M1E4—The first use of a cut off and expansion type gas system. Piston travel was 4.5". M1E5—M1 Rifle barrel shortened to ...

The M1 Carbine is one of the most recognizable military firearms in the world. Here's an overview of how it works, and how ...

The historical significance of the M1 Garand can't be overstated ... Operation of the Garand was by a gas piston below the barrel which drove an operating rod. This, by means of a cam, rotated ...

Garand match held annually at Camp Perry. Watch our "American Rifleman Television" feature segment above, where we go into the details of the M1 Garand match and the background of the CMP.

The M1 Garand was manufactured under contract from the military. U.S. industrial might turn the rifle out by the millions.