Walnut and parkerized black steel give this Loaded M1A the look of a rifle from another era. It is a Springfield Armory semi-automatic chambered in .308 Winchester, with a 22 inch barrel and a 10+1 round capacity.

The M1A has a long history as a civilian version of the M14. A parkerized finish resists wear and glare, and walnut gives the rifle its classic feel. The Loaded model is aimed at shooters who plan to use the rifle hard.

Hunt whitetail with it, shoot a service-rifle match, or keep it for long-range steel. It is a heavy rifle, so a good sling makes a difference on long walks. Plan to learn the sight adjustments, since they differ from a typical scope-first rifle.

Choose your FFL dealer at checkout. The firearm is sent to them, and the background check happens at their shop. If a detail matters to your decision, send a question first and compare the answer with the photos. Give the photos a slow look at full size; they show finish and wear better than any paragraph can.