Hi guys. New here. But long time lurker. I'd like to post a question about my 1943 mfg a Springfield M1.
I haven't fired it in 30 years. But a few months ago when I broke it down in anticipation of a day at the range with my daughter and nephew and Papa's Gi guns (m1carbine as well as a Colt 1911), I noticed a hair line crack running clean through one side of the stock at the receiver.
I figure it got there one of 2 ways; either I forced the receiver when I reassembled it in the past or I was rough on it practicing parade drills during college ROTC days.
In any event, any thoughts on my firing as is? I'm inclined to think the stock there, at its least substantial section does not contribute structurally to the rifle.
I haven't fired it in 30 years. But a few months ago when I broke it down in anticipation of a day at the range with my daughter and nephew and Papa's Gi guns (m1carbine as well as a Colt 1911), I noticed a hair line crack running clean through one side of the stock at the receiver.
I figure it got there one of 2 ways; either I forced the receiver when I reassembled it in the past or I was rough on it practicing parade drills during college ROTC days.
In any event, any thoughts on my firing as is? I'm inclined to think the stock there, at its least substantial section does not contribute structurally to the rifle.