[I have had my eyes on my brother's M-1 Garand for years but the only way he'll give it up is after the death grip has gone.]
For a fraction of the cost of either your Mini 14 or CAR-15, you can buy a WW2 vintage M1 Garand straight from the US gubbermint through the Civilian Marksmanship Program. Prices start at just $295.
Imagine that! A gubbermint program that actually benefits American shooters and promotes shooting!
Search out Civilian Marksmanship Program for the details.
For a fraction of the cost of either your Mini 14 or CAR-15, you can buy a WW2 vintage M1 Garand straight from the US gubbermint through the Civilian Marksmanship Program. Prices start at just $295.
That's AWESOME!!! Definitely have to look into that.