Obama Banned It. Now A US Company Is Making It, But What You Have To Do To Get It Is Still STRANGE!

Published on August 3, 2025
Duration: 9:29

This video discusses the history and current availability of the M1 Garand rifle. It highlights the rifle's significance as the standard US military semi-automatic rifle during WWII and the Korean War, noting its effectiveness and reliability. The video explains that an Obama-era import ban on M1 Garands from Korea, intended to block a quarter-million rifles, remains in place. Despite this, new M1 Garands are now being produced in the US by the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP), though acquiring them still involves a complex process including joining the CMP, passing tests, and undergoing background checks, which the speaker finds unusually stringent for a rifle of this type.

Quick Summary

New M1 Garands are now produced in the U.S. by the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP), but acquiring one is a complex process. It requires joining the CMP, passing tests, completing training, and undergoing a background check, which the speaker finds unusually stringent for this type of rifle.

Chapters

  1. 00:06M1 Garand Introduction and History
  2. 00:39M1 Garand's Effectiveness and Role
  3. 01:02M1 Garand in Vietnam and Shift to AR-15
  4. 01:28Korean Surplus M1 Garands and Import Ban
  5. 02:33Ways to Acquire an M1 Garand
  6. 03:20New US Production M1 Garands by CMP
  7. 03:55The Strange Acquisition Process for New M1 Garands
  8. 04:44Why is the M1 Garand Still Banned/Restricted?
  9. 05:36Summary: New M1 Garands, Same Old Process
  10. 06:02Channel Call to Action and Prayer Request

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the history of the M1 Garand rifle?

The M1 Garand was developed by John C. Garand and adopted by the U.S. military in 1936. It became the standard service rifle through World War II and the Korean War, renowned for its semi-automatic action and reliability, even being called the 'greatest battle implement ever devised' by General Patton.

Why were M1 Garands banned from import into the US?

An import ban on M1 Garands, particularly from Korea where surplus rifles were stored, was enacted by the Obama administration. The stated goal was to block a significant influx of semi-automatic rifles into the US market.

Can you still buy an M1 Garand today?

Yes, you can acquire an M1 Garand. Older surplus rifles can be found at gun shows for over $1,200. Additionally, the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) now produces new M1 Garands in the U.S., though obtaining one involves a specific application process.

What is the process for buying a new M1 Garand from the CMP?

To purchase a new M1 Garand from the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP), you must join their organization, complete required training courses, pass specific tests, register the firearm, and undergo a standard NICS background check, which the speaker finds unusually extensive.

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