I really appreciate the video showing the disassembly/reassembly of this weapon. It really helps out. I have a question however that I hope you could answer for me. I just bought my M1A a few days ago and I bought the black synthetic stock. However, I plan on switching that stock with a M14 walnut stock. Could you perhaps either explain or show in a video how to remove/reattach the handguard? I would really appreciate it. Thanks.
Thanks! This probably isn't the best way to do it but it works; I take the spring guide and jam it under the hand guard till it expands the hand guard clip enough for the whole thing to pop off. Putting it back on is much easier; just feed the non-clip side of the hand guard into the barrel ring (where the stock rotates and connects with the barrel group) and push down on the hand guard till it pops and clicks back onto the barrel. Don't remove it though unless you have to.
@Mr2ndAmendment Ok thank you for the help. I love look of the black synthetic stock and everything but the only reason I got black is becuase it was the last new loaded upgraded version of the M1A that the store could find for a while. I REALLY want to put the walnut on there instead and Springfield sure didn't make it as easy as unscrewing a couple screws like I would have guessed.
Thanks! I understand completely, there is nothing more frustrating then looking up a video and it's some kid in his backyard with an airsoft toy teaching you how to take it apart or shooting at soda cans.
I don't think the stock is the big issue, but optics and most especially good optic mounts are needed. Things like bipods don't hurt either. Most soldiers can get around the stocks but there's no getting around the need for optics and receiver mounts if they want to use them as DMRs. Better stocks are still important though, I'm just trying to think of how to minimize cost so modification and the purchase of more parts looks more attractive for the uppity ups.
@Mr2ndAmendment McCann Industries makes a pretty versitile sounding scope mount. I am not speaking though from a hands on perspective. My appologie there. Yes I do agree us soldiers can make most anything work as long as we don't break it first. My gripe with the stock is muzzle lift during rapid fire. If the whole thing were linear like the M-16/M-4/Ar-15 I think it would do better. I do use the shoulder plate when I want to make noise at the range with my M1A. As a point impact weapon *****.
Agreed. Smith Enterprises makes an extremely effective vortex flash suppressor that also helps a little with recoil. I agree with the stock situation, the stand M1 Garand-like stock helps make upwards recoil more ridiculous than it needs to be. Sadlak Industries makes a pretty good steel and titanium scope mount, I'm pretty sure the military is using that, but my bud has one on his M1A and it's simply awesome. Instead of adopting the M16 we should have improved the M14.
@Mr2ndAmendment Absolutely. With a little more R&D for different applications the M1/M-14 would have been the ticket. There is a lot out there on the market to make improvements with. But it is all extremly expensive and usually not worth such high prices. Its kinda like Harley Davidson. Great machine but the get real factor jumps out quite often on price. I look at the stock on my M1A a lot of days and just say to myself sanding out the 90 deg angles will make me happy enough.
Very nice full auto M14, it seems as though they're making a bit of a comeback in recent years. Unfortunately, they're prohibitively expensive for civilians to own.
They are making a comeback and I'm glad to see it. The M14 is truly an amazing rifle with great capability and a very effective design. The M14 is everything the M1 Garand should have been, even though I love the Garand as well. For the needs of the Afghanistan theater, the M14 works well reaching out and touching someone at greater ranges than Iraq. Designated marksmen get an ACOG slapped on top of their M4/M16 in Iraq, while DMs in the 'Ghan get an M14 DMR. Good stuff.
@Mr2ndAmendment There's also the fact that it stands up to dirt, sand, etc. than the M16. From what I understand, they started bringing the M14s out of storage because the black rifles kept jamming in the desert (really fine sand + heavy lubrication= bad day for you).
I haven't heard that before and I don't know if that's true because we still use the M4/M16 rifles extensively in both areas. It is true that the M14 is pretty much unaffected by casual dust and dirt and can handle it a lot better than a M4/M16 but I don't think that's the reason, otherwise everyone would have one. M14s are primarily used in Afghanistan where they engage enemies at a much greater distance than Iraq; they need the heavy-hitting 7.62 that can reach out.
The M14 is only issued to squad designated marksmen and some snipers if they choose to use it. The best policy for the desert is no lubrication at all on any parts. After cleaning with CLP, dry it out and make sure there's none of it anywhere.
I think the M4/M16 issue is in the same situation as the M9; they are good firearms and get the job done, but there are better things out there we should be using. Hopefully we'll switch to something better someday soon.
I'm looking into getting a DM (designated marksman) slot too. They usually take the best shots of the unit and send them to the two-week DM course. In Iraq they'll probably give you an ACOG on your M4, in Afghanistan they'll most likely give you a M14. Some units will make an order of merit list and send the highest qual scores with highest APFT scores. Other units like to send their NCOs and make them DMs to teach the other guys. I'm hoping for it, hope you make it too!
I've been into competition shooting since June. I have 2 more years until I enlist, & after Ranger school, I'd like to attend sniper school or be a DM.
Thank you! And best of luck to you too. When do you graduate form VMI?
I don't think they can. I graduate in a couple months, I'm pretty excited. I'm enlisting after I graduate, I want some time enlisted before I lead. Competitive shooting is great practice for trying to be a DM.
It's my issued weapon, I had some time off in the barracks to make the video. It's not my own property, it's the Army's, and the selector switch is removed because we can fire so much more effectively on semi than on full auto with the M14.
And yes, they cost a lot to own if you go the legal civilian route. I'll get one someday but I think I'll settle for an M1A instead of go through the ATF nightmare. It's a pleasure to be issued for the moment, they are great rifles.
dose this work for EBRs too
AfKman101 1 month ago
Thanks so much! I have a beautiful M14 EBR and your video was very helpful!tks again
Francesco (from Italy)
blusublu77 1 month ago
I really appreciate the video showing the disassembly/reassembly of this weapon. It really helps out. I have a question however that I hope you could answer for me. I just bought my M1A a few days ago and I bought the black synthetic stock. However, I plan on switching that stock with a M14 walnut stock. Could you perhaps either explain or show in a video how to remove/reattach the handguard? I would really appreciate it. Thanks.
AnAngryBlack 4 months ago
@AnAngryBlack
Thanks! This probably isn't the best way to do it but it works; I take the spring guide and jam it under the hand guard till it expands the hand guard clip enough for the whole thing to pop off. Putting it back on is much easier; just feed the non-clip side of the hand guard into the barrel ring (where the stock rotates and connects with the barrel group) and push down on the hand guard till it pops and clicks back onto the barrel. Don't remove it though unless you have to.
Mr2ndAmendment 4 months ago
@Mr2ndAmendment Ok thank you for the help. I love look of the black synthetic stock and everything but the only reason I got black is becuase it was the last new loaded upgraded version of the M1A that the store could find for a while. I REALLY want to put the walnut on there instead and Springfield sure didn't make it as easy as unscrewing a couple screws like I would have guessed.
AnAngryBlack 4 months ago
me and you have the exact same laptop.
456terminator 7 months ago
Thanks for it to be a real m14 video. A lot of the videos I found, were it said m14, were actually m1A.
The rifle I recently bought is a military m14.
So when I triied to disasembly it and saw the other videos there was i.e. no guidearm, so I got a little confused.
So thanks a lot for this video.
kris80skovgaard 7 months ago
thanks so much. I was able resolve a major jam because of this video.
dunkinket 7 months ago
Thanks for the video, it helped out a lot!
Aidan K
aodhanof90 8 months ago
This was made by a VMI cadet in a barracks room. nice
tdevries4290 8 months ago
Thank Christ this wasn't airsoft. Appreciate the knowledge.
SaysSoMatt 11 months ago 5
@SaysSoMatt
Thanks! I understand completely, there is nothing more frustrating then looking up a video and it's some kid in his backyard with an airsoft toy teaching you how to take it apart or shooting at soda cans.
Mr2ndAmendment 11 months ago 4
Thats your issue weapon?
nbenicewicz 1 year ago
All they need is an improved stock and good optics. Too bad the upgrade stocks cost so damn much. 700.00 plus for anything worth having.
DobermansRock 1 year ago
@DobermansRock
I don't think the stock is the big issue, but optics and most especially good optic mounts are needed. Things like bipods don't hurt either. Most soldiers can get around the stocks but there's no getting around the need for optics and receiver mounts if they want to use them as DMRs. Better stocks are still important though, I'm just trying to think of how to minimize cost so modification and the purchase of more parts looks more attractive for the uppity ups.
Mr2ndAmendment 1 year ago
@Mr2ndAmendment McCann Industries makes a pretty versitile sounding scope mount. I am not speaking though from a hands on perspective. My appologie there. Yes I do agree us soldiers can make most anything work as long as we don't break it first. My gripe with the stock is muzzle lift during rapid fire. If the whole thing were linear like the M-16/M-4/Ar-15 I think it would do better. I do use the shoulder plate when I want to make noise at the range with my M1A. As a point impact weapon *****.
DobermansRock 1 year ago
@DobermansRock
Agreed. Smith Enterprises makes an extremely effective vortex flash suppressor that also helps a little with recoil. I agree with the stock situation, the stand M1 Garand-like stock helps make upwards recoil more ridiculous than it needs to be. Sadlak Industries makes a pretty good steel and titanium scope mount, I'm pretty sure the military is using that, but my bud has one on his M1A and it's simply awesome. Instead of adopting the M16 we should have improved the M14.
Mr2ndAmendment 1 year ago
@Mr2ndAmendment Absolutely. With a little more R&D for different applications the M1/M-14 would have been the ticket. There is a lot out there on the market to make improvements with. But it is all extremly expensive and usually not worth such high prices. Its kinda like Harley Davidson. Great machine but the get real factor jumps out quite often on price. I look at the stock on my M1A a lot of days and just say to myself sanding out the 90 deg angles will make me happy enough.
DobermansRock 1 year ago
@Mr2ndAmendment Another good stock for the M14/M1a is McMillan. It is costly, but they sure turn out a good product.
johngalt45acp 8 months ago
Beautiful rifle. The M14/M1A rifle will be the first rifle I ever buy.
hex304 1 year ago
Very nice full auto M14, it seems as though they're making a bit of a comeback in recent years. Unfortunately, they're prohibitively expensive for civilians to own.
AnimeFanatic5602 1 year ago
@AnimeFanatic5602
They are making a comeback and I'm glad to see it. The M14 is truly an amazing rifle with great capability and a very effective design. The M14 is everything the M1 Garand should have been, even though I love the Garand as well. For the needs of the Afghanistan theater, the M14 works well reaching out and touching someone at greater ranges than Iraq. Designated marksmen get an ACOG slapped on top of their M4/M16 in Iraq, while DMs in the 'Ghan get an M14 DMR. Good stuff.
Mr2ndAmendment 1 year ago
@Mr2ndAmendment There's also the fact that it stands up to dirt, sand, etc. than the M16. From what I understand, they started bringing the M14s out of storage because the black rifles kept jamming in the desert (really fine sand + heavy lubrication= bad day for you).
AnimeFanatic5602 1 year ago
@AnimeFanatic5602
I haven't heard that before and I don't know if that's true because we still use the M4/M16 rifles extensively in both areas. It is true that the M14 is pretty much unaffected by casual dust and dirt and can handle it a lot better than a M4/M16 but I don't think that's the reason, otherwise everyone would have one. M14s are primarily used in Afghanistan where they engage enemies at a much greater distance than Iraq; they need the heavy-hitting 7.62 that can reach out.
Mr2ndAmendment 1 year ago
@AnimeFanatic5602
The M14 is only issued to squad designated marksmen and some snipers if they choose to use it. The best policy for the desert is no lubrication at all on any parts. After cleaning with CLP, dry it out and make sure there's none of it anywhere.
I think the M4/M16 issue is in the same situation as the M9; they are good firearms and get the job done, but there are better things out there we should be using. Hopefully we'll switch to something better someday soon.
Mr2ndAmendment 1 year ago
@Mr2ndAmendment Shoot for that I'll have a special request for Afghanistan when I enlist.
majorporpoise 1 year ago
@majorporpoise
I'm looking into getting a DM (designated marksman) slot too. They usually take the best shots of the unit and send them to the two-week DM course. In Iraq they'll probably give you an ACOG on your M4, in Afghanistan they'll most likely give you a M14. Some units will make an order of merit list and send the highest qual scores with highest APFT scores. Other units like to send their NCOs and make them DMs to teach the other guys. I'm hoping for it, hope you make it too!
Mr2ndAmendment 1 year ago
@Mr2ndAmendment Officers can be DM's too?
I've been into competition shooting since June. I have 2 more years until I enlist, & after Ranger school, I'd like to attend sniper school or be a DM.
Thank you! And best of luck to you too. When do you graduate form VMI?
majorporpoise 1 year ago
@majorporpoise
I don't think they can. I graduate in a couple months, I'm pretty excited. I'm enlisting after I graduate, I want some time enlisted before I lead. Competitive shooting is great practice for trying to be a DM.
Mr2ndAmendment 1 year ago
Thats full auto? Where the heck did you get that!?
Transporter1022 1 year ago
@Transporter1022
It's my issued weapon, I had some time off in the barracks to make the video. It's not my own property, it's the Army's, and the selector switch is removed because we can fire so much more effectively on semi than on full auto with the M14.
And yes, they cost a lot to own if you go the legal civilian route. I'll get one someday but I think I'll settle for an M1A instead of go through the ATF nightmare. It's a pleasure to be issued for the moment, they are great rifles.
Mr2ndAmendment 1 year ago