Which M1A tools to get on "loaded" coupon?

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http://www.springfield-armory.com/new_load.html

I see a disassembly tool, an "M1A" gadget (glorified screwdriver?), Shell extractor, Flash suppressor alignment tool (is this needed to pull/attach my own FS, or a new one?), and M1A pliers (for disassembly of Flash Suppressor).


Also, which sling should I go with (shooting/reliability, not necessarily authenticity), leather or canvas?

(I'll be avoiding the scopes, though - other plans there).

thanks,
Battler.
 
I haven't found a good purpose for my loaded coupon yet. You should get a complete cleaning kit form Fred's, which will have an M14 cmbo tool in it. the tool will do stuck case extraction, extractor dissasembly, it has a wrench for the gas cylinder, and it also has a screwdriver. The USGI match sling is best. Dillon has them for $40 or so.
 
Get the tools at the gun shows this winter.
Use the coupon for the Scope and scope mount
You can make a buck or two on one of their scope and mount sets.The balisitc case is a good deal.
The leather sling for $17.00 is a bargain
 
The only thing I would consider is the optics as the other stuff didn't impress me much. The leather sling looked like an MRT sling I purchased at a show, keepers were crap,(sewn butted together and not overlapped)ok in general but not worth more than you will pay with the coupon. If you want a good sling, buy a Turner or Brownell's Competitor Plus, Tam is also good from what I hear. Good price on the cleaning kit and fair prices on the others, nice cases. I've seen the SA scope mount listed by a dealer in Shotgun News for about $50. The upgrades you get with the rifle are the best part of the deal IMO.

Brian
 
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