Few surplus rifles raise as many opinions as the British L1A1, the inch-pattern cousin of the FAL. This one was built by RSAF Enfield in 1959, then imported and assembled by Century Arms International. It is chambered in .308, has a 19.5 inch barrel and takes a 10 round magazine.

The seller rates it good to very good and says there are cosmetic blemishes throughout from age, use and storage, shown in the photos. Mechanically it is described as sound. In other words, this is a rifle with honest wear that you can shoot, not a safe queen. Photos tell most of the story on a rifle like this, so look closely at the wood, the bluing and the markings before you decide.

The L1A1 keeps the classic FAL look with its long carry handle and straight-line stock. It is gas-operated and semi-automatic here, and the .308 chambering means ammunition is easy to find and not costly to practice with. Anyone buying an assembled import should check the fit of the parts and the function with magazines before relying on it.

Sold as described, it ships to a licensed dealer of your choice. The background check is completed there.