Mass production and a serious need made the M1 great.

I bought one when I was 17, sold it before I was 18. Only jammed my thumb once. I’m a quick learner.

A truly great rifle is the M14. Bought my first at 21 and lost several of them in ‘96.

Bloody great rifle in the bush and on the range. Design, reliability and accuracy made the M14 great.

Rod