Springfield Armory M1A, Wood Stock

Worth the money.

Pros
I carried one of these in the Marines. Hanging on the wall, it looks like the real thing. In 22 cal, it is more powerful than I expected. Length of pull is about an inch shorter than the real M1A / M14---only about 13". But that is probably to accommodate all types of people and isn't really a problem. I actually shot great groups at 30 yds with the iron sights that came on the rifle. At moderate air rifle ranges, you can stack pellets with this type of peep sight if you know how to work em!

Cons
For the money, I think this is a great simulation of a fine battle rifle. I would not change anything.

There are no sling mounts on spring piston rifles...but Gamo makes a SLING BUDDY specifically made for these spring rifles.. universal fit...airgun sells them

Pros
Everything

Cons
None

Pros
Nice weight, plenty of power.

Cons
Receiver has two threaded inserts but scope mount not available. A faux magazine would be nice for looks.

TAKE ONE OR TWO, THEN ENJOY AND BE VERY HAPPY

Pros
BEAUTYFULL AND WONDERFULL. PERFECT.

Cons
NOTHING

Pros
Looks and feels like the real one. Very accurate and powerful. Easy to set the sights.

Cons
The cocking effort is a bit difficult.

I must say that I had problems at customs in my country, Spain, when the authorities decided to let my shipment through. The maximum power allowed in my country is 24.2 joules, so customs asked me for a certificate from the manufacturer and the exporter/seller indicating the real power of the rifle. Pyramid Air very kindly sent me a document via email certifying that the power was less than 24.2 joules. Thanks to this they released the shipment and today I can enjoy the rifle in my house.

Pros
The rifle looks great and feels great in the hands. It is a good replica of a compressed air weapon, it weighs a lot, as much as the real one. As a pro: it has a lot of power and is felt (and heard) when shooting. If you like the legendary weapons that were used in the most famous wars and especially the M14 from Vietnam, this weapon will not disappoint you.

Cons
There are a couple of cons that I see, and it is that it does not have hooks for the strap if you want to carry it on your shoulder. And the most important con and that aesthetically would give it a more authentic touch... the magazine. There is no hole to place the ammunition magazine. I don't know if it would have been possible when designing this rifle but it needed it.

i currently own an AEA zeus, chambered in .72 caliber and its a monster. with a full fill of air,and the .729 cal 1082 grain slugs,,it will penetrate an engine block! aea also claims it will take down game the size of a water buffalo at 300 yards,,but of course i have never been to africa to put it to the test. and of course you only get 3-good shots on one fill of air.

Pros
this is an extremely well made copy of the US-m 14 rifle. looks are right on. they always were a bit heavy and the weight also matches the original.

Cons
i would defenitely like to see a " big-bore", version of this air rifle , a pcp version, chambered in at least .45 caliber that can shoot slugs, and have at least a muzzle velocity of, 1,000 fps or more. then it would be an actual air rifle to hunt with. i dont think the air chamber under the barrel or stock would hurt the looks of this rifle much. of course,,i must be dreaming,,,

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Pros
Everything!

Cons
Offer a good quality scope mount specific for this air rifle.

This is really being petty. I darkened the wood stock a bit darker it looks so much better. BUT, that is only my preference and has nothing to do with the quality of this air gun. It's fantastic.

Pros
Weight. looks, handling capabilities, sighting, realism, quality what can I say all Grade A five stars out of five +++++

Cons
Would like to have seen a magazine attached, even if not removable for more realistic look.

My US Army M14 had a darker stain on it, so I did a light sanding and hit it with some dark walnut stain. If you thought it looked good out of the box it really looks great with darker stain. I then got a used surplus M14 magazine and disc ground the TOP of of it at an angle because the real M14 magazine does NOT sit perpendicular to the barrel. Removed the spring etc. Placed a wood insert screw ( carefully) in the wood stock and fixed the modified magazine with a long 4 inch 10/24 machine screw. Lower the cocking lever and reduce the magazine length to ensure that it does not interfere with cocking. Make sure to view some real M14 images with the magazine in place to position the magazine in the most realistic position. Drill one hole in the bottom of the magazine. Looks fantastic and removes easily. I like shooting with the magazine in place.

Pros
Went through Basic Training with an M14. Totally satisfied with this puppy. Love the realistic weight and accuracy. Your arm gets a workout cocking it and that is a plus ! The 35 pound cocking pull is not a problem especially with the extension. Could not be happier with the accuracy. Great groups after 100 rounds down range. Iron sights bring back memories. Grandkids loved shooting it.