The M14 was the U.S. military's standard rifle from 1959 until 1970, and the Standard M1A, introduced in 1974, brought nearly the same rifle to civilians. This one is new and current production by Springfield Armory. It has a Parkerized carbon steel six-groove 22 inch barrel, a 10 round detachable magazine, and weighs about 9.4 pounds. It is chambered in .308 Winchester or 7.62mm NATO.

The black finish and the traditional layout make it the plain version of the family. The listing mentions the trigger guard and a manual safety, features of the military pattern. There are no extras, just the rifle as it was meant to be.

Shooters choose the Standard for service-rifle practice, for deer and hogs, and for collecting a modern copy of a historic arm. It is heavy and well balanced, and the recoil is mild for a .308. Sights are the military aperture type, adjustable for windage and elevation, so a scope is a choice and not a requirement. Keep the bore clean, and the rifle will repay you with years of steady service.

It ships to a licensed dealer you choose, and the background check is completed there.