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Here's the process for purchasing a rifle from the Civilian Marksmanship Program. There are some hoops to run through, but it's not too bad. Choices are very limited for online sales as the CMP is now selling the better condition, more original and desirable firearms at auction on Gunbroker. The Eligibility Requirements are the same for online and auction purchases.

1. U.S. Citizenship and Age: You must provide a copy of a U.S. birth certificate, passport, proof of naturalization, or any official government document that shows birth in the U.S. or otherwise states citizenship as U.S. A driver's license is proof of age, but IS NOT proof of U.S. citizenship. A copy of a military ID (active, reserve, guard, retired) will serve as proof of U.S. citizenship (must be an E5 or above).
Marksmanship or other Firearms Related Activity: You must provide proof of participation in a marksmanship related activity or otherwise show familiarity with the safe handling of firearms and range procedures (rifles, pistols, air guns, or shotguns). Proof can be provided by documenting any one of the following:
- Current or past military or law enforcement service.
- Participation in a competition (provide copy of results bulletin).
- Completion of a marksmanship clinic with live fire (provide certificate/statement).
- Distinguished, Instructor, or Coach status.
- Concealed Carry License.
- Firearms Owner ID Card that includes live fire training.
- FFL or C&R license.
- Completion of a Hunter Safety Course that included live fire training.
- Range official/LEO certification witnessing shooting (Download Certification Form).
- No proof required if over age 60 (Club membership and citizenship still required).

2. Membership in CMP Affiliated Organization: You must provide a copy of your current membership card or other proof of membership. This requirement cannot be waived. We can accept an emailed receipt, a letter from the club, or anything that shows you are in current and good standing with that club and when the membership expires. The CMP currently has over 2,000 affiliated organizations. Membership in many costs $25.00 or less and can be accomplished online via the "CLUBS" tab at TheCMP.org. In addition to shooting clubs, the CMP also has several special affiliates. Membership in these organizations satisfies our requirement for purchase. These special affiliates include:
- Congressionally chartered veterans' organizations (VFW, AL, DAV, MCL, etc.)
- U.S. Military services (active or reserves), National Guard, to include retirees. (Copy of ID required)
- Law Enforcement departments and agencies and Law Enforcement organizations (to include LEO retirees). (Copy of ID required)
- THE NRA IS NOT A CMP AFFILIATED ORGANIZATION.

3. Choose the grade of rifle you want from the CMP's site. The URL below takes you directly to the pertinent page.

https://thecmp.org/sales-and-service/m1-garand/

4. Log onto the CMP website at the link below, create an account, and follow the instructions to complete the online order form.

https://shop.thecmp.org/forms/login/msr

5. Or purchase from the CMP's Gunbroker auction store:

https://stores.gunbroker.com/npfo/civilian-marksmanship-program/

If everything is in order you should get yourself a rifle in 4-8 weeks. Keep in mind though that it won't be blank adapted, so you'll have to get that modification done if you want to use it at tacticals. As a bonus though it does come with one enbloc clip and a chamber flag.

One last tidbit: the CMP ships UPS ground and someone over 18 must be home to sign for the box.