M1A Scout Squad .308 18” Springfield Armory. ( Super Fun🔥🔥)

Published on August 6, 2022
Duration: 17:19

This video provides an in-depth review of the Springfield Armory M1A Scout Squad rifle in .308 Winchester. The presenter, demonstrating significant familiarity with firearms, highlights the rifle's aesthetics, handling characteristics, and performance with various ammunition types. Key observations include the effective muzzle brake, comfortable trigger, and surprisingly manageable recoil for its caliber. The review also touches on the rifle's vintage appeal and its AK-like charging handle and magazine release.

Quick Summary

The Springfield Armory M1A Scout Squad in .308 Winchester features an 18-inch barrel, an effective muzzle brake, and a smooth trigger. Despite its caliber, recoil is surprisingly manageable due to the muzzle brake and rubberized butt pad. It offers a vintage aesthetic with AK-like operational elements like the charging handle and magazine release.

Chapters

  1. 00:24Introduction: Springfield M1A Scout Squad
  2. 00:48First Look: M1A Scout Squad Aesthetics
  3. 01:00Weight and Initial Impressions
  4. 01:21Shooting Hiccup and Reliability
  5. 01:28Recoil and Caliber Discussion (.308 Win)
  6. 01:51Vintage Feel and Combat Aesthetics
  7. 02:01Loading with PMC Bronze Ammunition
  8. 02:09PMC Bronze 147gr FMJ Details
  9. 02:25Shooting Experience: Less Kick Than Expected
  10. 02:51Muzzle Brake Performance
  11. 03:08Confusion about the Safety Lever
  12. 03:30Magazine Details: 10-round Metal Mag
  13. 03:41Rock and Lock Loading Procedure
  14. 04:02Iron Sights: Clarity and Ease of Use
  15. 04:17Trigger Quality: Smoothness
  16. 04:36Overall Workmanship and Fit
  17. 04:53Magazine Release and AK Feel
  18. 05:07Accuracy and Smoothness in .308 Win
  19. 05:13Picatinny Rail Placement
  20. 05:35Magazine Functionality
  21. 05:47Emotional Response to the Rifle
  22. 06:00Loading the Magazine Effortlessly
  23. 06:41Magazine Bottom Plate Issue
  24. 07:03The 'Run-Up Piece'
  25. 07:06Desire for Wood Furniture Variant
  26. 07:27Biggest Complaint: Magazine Seating
  27. 07:51Feeling Like a Soldier/Sniper
  28. 08:01Comparison to AK Platform
  29. 08:35Springfield M1A Scout Squad Recap
  30. 08:49Testing New Ammunition: PPU, Hornady, Winchester
  31. 09:11PPU 150gr Ammunition Performance
  32. 09:38Picatinny Rail Material (Metal)
  33. 09:58PPU Ammunition Ran Great
  34. 10:06Vintage Department of the Army Technical Manual
  35. 10:25M1A Scout Squad Exceeds Expectations
  36. 10:48PPU 308 Win 150 Grain Recap
  37. 10:57Magazine Plate Issue Persists
  38. 11:09Channel Philosophy: Run It and Put It Up
  39. 11:41Purpose of the Channel: Reliability Testing
  40. 11:53Rifle is Running Flawlessly
  41. 12:0110/10 Rating for PPU Ammunition
  42. 12:12Shooting Protection Ammunition
  43. 12:23Hornady Black Ammunition Preparation
  44. 12:40Hornady Black 5-Round Load
  45. 13:30Winchester Ammunition Details
  46. 13:4710/10 Rating for Winchester Ammunition
  47. 13:49Butt Pad Effectiveness
  48. 14:13'Winner Winner Chicken Dinner' Rating
  49. 14:18Final Magazine Dump
  50. 14:30Sights Remain On Point
  51. 14:51Five Round Mag Dump Assessment
  52. 15:05Overwhelmingly Positive Impression
  53. 15:15M1A Scout Squad: A1 in My Book
  54. 15:19AK Feel Comparison Revisited
  55. 15:33Excitement and Heart Pounding
  56. 15:43Nostalgic Feel from Manuals
  57. 15:58Contents of the Bag: Lock, Magazine, Manuals
  58. 16:18Magazine Plate Issue Recap
  59. 16:27Ammunition Variety Tested
  60. 16:32One Minor Hiccup at the Start
  61. 16:35Overall Love for the Rifle
  62. 16:41Warning Against Scammers
  63. 17:02Channel Support: T-shirts and Patches
  64. 17:12Gratitude and Farewell

Frequently Asked Questions

What caliber is the Springfield Armory M1A Scout Squad rifle?

The Springfield Armory M1A Scout Squad rifle reviewed in this video is chambered in .308 Winchester, which is also known as 7.62x51mm NATO. The presenter found the recoil manageable for this caliber.

How does the M1A Scout Squad handle recoil?

The presenter was pleasantly surprised by the manageable recoil of the M1A Scout Squad in .308 Winchester. Factors contributing to this include an effective muzzle brake and a rubberized butt pad that absorbs recoil.

What are the key features of the Springfield M1A Scout Squad?

Key features highlighted include an 18-inch barrel, an effective muzzle brake, a smooth trigger, easy-to-use iron sights, and a forward-mounted Picatinny rail. It also has an AK-style charging handle and magazine release, contributing to a familiar feel.

What ammunition was tested with the M1A Scout Squad?

The presenter tested several types of .308 Winchester ammunition, including PMC Bronze 147-grain FMJ, PPU 150-grain, Hornady Black, and Winchester 149-grain FMJ. All ammunition types ran reliably.

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