With a short 16.25 barrel and collapsible stock, this a gun designed for tactical uses and close-quarters conflicts.
But the M1A has a solid pedigree for long-distance performance, so how far can this little gun go?
But before we get started, lets clarify something lots of folks get confused on.
The M1A is the civilian sibling of the select-fire M14.
In short, I think the M14 is one of the most iconic battle rifles ever.
My 13-year-old son knows it as one of the better sniper rifles in his Call of Duty games.
Why the M1A SOCOM 16?
In these controls, having a large and heavy rifle is not really a concern.
Thus arrived the M1A SOCOM 16 in 2004.
On paper, mission accomplished!
I have found on paper and in hands are not always synonymous.
But with the M1A SOCOM 6 CQB, they are.
I found the CQB very enjoyable to shoot from the bench, standing or walking in the woods.
It feels good in the hands with the adjustable stock and pistol grip.
I felt I was able to get quick follow-up shots from a standing or benched position.
Accuracy
As far as quick target acquisition, it doesnt get much faster.
Considering the size of the red dot at 100 yards, I was more than happy with that.
I had no problems consistently pinging my IDPA torsos at 200 and 300 yards.
I am eager to see what kind of groups I can get with that and at what distance.
Reliability
TheM1 GarandandM14are battle proven, time tested, reliable and dependable rifles.
The M1A SOCOM has the exact same action and mechanics, thus the dependability we have come to expect.
It ate everything and spit it out with not a single hiccup or LPS.
You have the power of the 7.62 NATO in a carbine-sized package.
I love the old battle rifles, so shooting this is has a huge fun factor.
These days there are a lot of options for compact 7.62 NATO guns.
The M1A is an older design that still ranks at the top in my opinion.
This design is going to be around for a long time.
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M1ATMSOCOM 16 CQB w/ Vortex Venom
M1ATMLoaded Precision
