The CMP Launches Exciting New “Buy Now” Sales Site for Legacy Non-Reclaimed M1 Surplus Rifles
July 14, 2025
The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) is thrilled to announce a major new opportunity for collectors, shooters, and patriotic firearm enthusiasts across the country. Beginning Thursday, July 17, 2025, CMP will offer legacy, non-reclaimed M1 Surplus Rifles for direct sale through a new “Buy Now” feature on its CMP Auction website. These non-reclaimed rifles will also be offered at the exact same prices as our reclaimed rifles!
This marks a groundbreaking expansion in how CMP delivers its historic rifle inventory to the public. No bidding. No waiting. Just one click to secure a classic piece of American military history.
Each Thursday at 9:00 AM Eastern Time, newly listed M1 rifles will be available for immediate purchase at a set price (consistent with the reclaimed variants). Quantities will be limited and interest is expected to be high, so customers are encouraged to act quickly. To ensure fairness and availability, purchases will be limited to one rifle per customer per month.
These M1 rifles are sourced from original U.S. military surplus stocks and have not undergone reclamation or modification, making them especially appealing to collectors seeking true, legacy examples of the iconic service rifle.
The CMP encourages all interested buyers to visit https://thecmp.org/cmp_sales/guns-on-auction/ or access the CMP Auction website directly at https://cmpauction.thecmp.org/ to participate in this new sales format.
We have received a few questions on “What is a legacy, non-reclaimed M1 Surplus Rifle? Please visit our latest article that explains https://thecmp.org/cmp-reclaimed-receivers-revised-sales-policy-and-procedures/.
Exciting. Any chance of expanding the selection if all goes well. Like putting up 1903’s when you have a few but not enough for listing on mail-order. This auction chance is a big boon to those of use that live far away from a physical store.
I ordered a Garand a few weeks ago and my account has been charged. Will I get an email when it will be shipped? Just want to be sure to be at home when it is delivered.
How will the mechanics of submitting a packet; ie 1. Proof of Identification and Age, 2. Proof of CMP affiliated Club, 3. Proof of Marksmanship work with the By it now? Once you purchase a “buy-it-now” rifle are you on the clock to submit your packet? When does payment need to be made? At time of purchase or when the rifle ships?
What was the reply to John? It’s not shown below the question (as it should be?).
John,
I just checked with our Sales staff and once you click on the “Buy It Now” button, you will be transferred to the online order form. There, you will fill out the order form online and upload the purchase eligibility requirements (see https://thecmp.org/cmp_sales/eligibility-requirements-2/) and sign & submit the form. It may be a good idea to have those document images on your computer and ready to upload. After the form is submitted, a member of our Sales staff will review and then email a link for you to make the payment via our eStore.
Thanks,
Christine
Thanks for your reply.
We need a notarized order form ready to go when buying? In addition to the documents outlined above?
Thanks,
John,
The notarized form is going away as we are transitioning to the online order form. All the required documents will need to be uploaded when you fill out the online form, so you may want to save that on your computer.
Thanks,
Christine
John,
Once you are confirmed as the winner of the “Buy Now,” you will receive an auto-email containing the link to our online order form, which has locations to upload the CMP’s standard requirements. Once your attributes have been verified, you will receive a personal payment link to finalize your purchase.
Based on all the comments, I’d say it’s a pretty confusing and inadequate description. I know I was left scratching my head as to exactly what is being sold.
AND CMP NEEDS TO START FOLLOWING THE BRADY LAW AND RELEASING FIREARMS IF NO RESPONSE FROM NICS.
So, correct me if I’m wrong. A reclaimed rifle will have the spot welds, etc. removed/corrected so the rifle will be able to fire. Whereas a non-reclaimed will still have the spot welds, etc. and will not fire – correct?
A reclaimed will have the spot welds removed, the area cleaned up, maybe re-parkerized, but otherwise be in good shape and usability.
Non-reclaimed are rifle receivers that were never welded or modified in the first place. Non-reclaimed are what CMP has been selling for years. They’ve just never had to use this terminology because it’s been the norm, there was no “reclaimed” yet.
A drill rifle would be a rifle that’s unable to fire and have the spot welds.
Ok – thanks for making that clear.
No according to the prior newsletter reclaims were previously made into parade use. Reciever was drilled and pinned. Then restored and tested. Should yield slightly stronger than when am sot ffl welds a demilled back together since the pins did not damage the pressure beating areas. Non reclaim is old school cmp meaning a true surplus ifle like what we used be able to Mail order a decade ago
“Non-reclaimed rifle” refers to a firearm that has not been converted from a previously inoperable drill rifle back to a functional, firing state.
This term is most commonly encountered in the context of the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) and their sales of surplus M1 Garand rifles. According to the CMP, a “reclaimed rifle” is a firearm that was previously a drill rifle (a rifle rendered inoperable for training purposes, often through minimal alteration like welds, while maintaining its overall structural integrity) and has been professionally restored to live-fire serviceability.
Therefore, a non-reclaimed rifle would be a rifle that has not undergone this process. This means it either:
– Was never a drill rifle in the first place, or
– If it was a drill rifle, it has not been restored to a functional condition.
What grade rifles will be in the buy it now category?
OK, Now, I really confused………Non-Reclaimed, Reclaimed and now Legacy…… can somebody put into simply language what these terms really mean? Been trying to read and find out, but if it’s there, it’s well hidden.
Non-reclaimed is what the CMP has been selling for years, no different.
Reclaimed are drill rifles that had some spot welds on the receiver to render it inoperable. CMP has taken the time to take these rifles, remove the spot welds, clean up and markings as best as possible and put them up for sale as “reclaimed”.
all that info can be found in the link mentioned in the article: https://thecmp.org/cmp-reclaimed-receivers-revised-sales-policy-and-procedures/
I’m really confused about the “reclaimed & non reclaimed status” of these rifles.
Nice rifles
Seems to be a little vague still. I have noticed that every time a new sku is made and the grades are added like rack grade special or expert grade the prices go up.
Am I correct in saying that what used to be a gi rack, field, or service grade m1 will now be called legacy rack, legacy field, and legacy service grades? What are the fixed prices for these in the new buy now site vs what they used to be? Most recent I recall was field around $800 and service $900.
Matt,
We are keeping the prices the same and have only added an “RC” to the reclaimed sku for clear declination.
Great Questions!!
Hope they answer truthfully.
Will auction purchased rifles ship to FFLs or via the same practices at traditional M1 sales?
Mike,
We continue to follow the guidelines of individual states and adhere to CMP’s standard shipping policies.
As long as they are original and not the newly made Garand Receivers, they should be following the old rules. However, the newly minted Garands are NOT even C&R’s so they probably would have to go through a Dealer FFL and added cost. Unless the CMP has some dispensation circumventing the laws regarding their direct sales ability.
Approximately how many of these rifles will be for sale ?
George,
Due to scarcity and variable availability, we do not have a fixed quantity. Our goal is to list what we have inspected and function-checked every Thursday at 9:00 A.M EST.
Will you also be offering any 1903 riles ?
Mark,
While we are not currently listing any rifles other than M1s in this “Buy Now” category, we may if the opportunity arises in the future.
Oh yay! Maybe I’ll be able to replace the CMP 1942 SA I had that my ex sold out from under me when we separated. Sure, it won’t be a true replacement, but it’d be something.
nbeen there done that! :}
Better be clicking at 8:59 ET and hopefully beat all the other clickers! I predict demand will be high, but cost will also be a factor.
Good luck!
Will the legacy rifles be in operational condition? Are are they deactivated?
James,
All rifles listed in this “Buy Now” category are non-reclaimed, have been inspected, and function-fired.
So is the Legacy Grade just an untampered M1? I am confused.
Daniel,
Legacy is merely a simpler term we are using to describe “Non-reclaimed.” All rifles with a reclaimed receiver have “RC” appended to their SKU. For example, RM1SERVICERC.
What and when is the paperwork needed?
George,
Once you are confirmed as the winner of the “Buy Now,” you will receive an auto-email containing the link to our online order form. From there, it is the standard purchase process with CMP.
Do I need to register or do anything? I bought an M1 from yall a few years ago.
Jim,
You must be a registered user on our Auction Site. If you have never bid on one of our auctions, you should complete your registration before the items are listed.
https://cmpauction.thecmp.org/login.asp?return=index%2Easp
Thank you! Very good idea.
Will these rifles be subject to the 12/year limit??
Doc,
Yes, these will count against your yearly limit.
1 per month = 12 per year
A reclaimed rifle is a former drill rifle that has been repaired so that it can be shot. So a non reclaimed rifle is a drill rifle that has to be worked on to make it shootable?
Russ,
A reclaimed rifle is a firearm that was previously a drill rifle, rendered inoperable by minimally invasive means that maintains the general structural integrity of the receiver. When executed properly, these rifles have been professionally restored through a structured and documented engineering process that ensures quality control standards and safety margins equal to any other rifle. This includes painstaking removal of welds and re-machining each receiver to its original specification, along with verification of metallurgical integrity to ensure live-fire serviceability.
A reweld rifle generally refers to firearms that have been crudely or privately reassembled from cut receiver parts or scrap components—often without metallurgical testing, safety verification, or adherence to inspection standards. These firearms, unless certified by a reputable program like the CMP, may pose unknown safety risks and typically lack provenance or quality assurance.
The CMP’s reclaimed rifles are not rewelds—they are fully inspected, certified, and tested to exceed typical safety protocols and come with the confidence of our engineering and armory teams.
I would love to get one since my last one blew up. But unfortunately now I am retired. And the prices have skyrocketed. My income has been cut in half. And the rifles have more than tripled in price
Had 30 at one time only 1 was non CMP and one DCM, got into them back in the late 80’s through 2000, so have seen the prices go up!!!!! Last group I bought 3 at once, cuz they were still reasonably priced, one is what appears to be an unissued all correct H&R, so I kept that one, an SA fresh from rebuild and storage at Agusta Arsenal, and an all original Italian Breda. Temped to jump in again but too late in life now.
I have already purchased one, great at the range and for hunting larger game, but the greatest joy is seeing the reaction from older veterans when they see it.
That’s great!! Will they be listed by manufacturer?
Lonnie
Cecil,
Each “Buy Now” listing will have three descriptive pictures and a grade description.
Probably just look at the CMP Auction site and see how they list them now, I’m guessing that s how they’ll do it.
I have my current FFL -03, and a current CA COE, and have been a long time member of The Garand Collectors as well as my local range. What do I need to give you so I can purchase one of these rifles? (I also have two very high value original Match Garands).
Go to the CMP site print out the order form, get page 2 Notarized and mailed in, don’t have to have it already on file but I haven’t read all the info yet. AND make sure GCA forwards your membership info to CMP they didn’t the last time I renewed which caused some issues when trying to order some stuff. I have a 3 digit GCA number and 4 digit CMP account#. I’ve always been curious as to how many members there are in each organization but have never received the info.
John,
You must be a registered user on our Auction Site. If you have never bid on one of our auctions, you should complete your registration before the items are listed.
https://cmpauction.thecmp.org/login.asp?return=index%2Easp
Awesome! Will there be any M1903 or 1903A3’s made available with the same “Buy now”?
Robert,
While we are not currently listing any rifles other than M1s in this “Buy Now” category, we may if the opportunity arises in the future.
Just wondering where I am for 1911 pistol?
When should I be looking for it?
Already included.
Am interested in buying a M1 Gurand Rifle!!
Great rifles. I’ve already got one, as does my nephew. Awesome for marksmanship truly kicks ass on the range and for deer hunting. I don’t want to get another as I’d cheat someone else out of a chance to claim a piece
of American history.
Get as many as you want. You aren’t “cheating” anyone by buying them. That’s a myth. Anyone who wants to buy one can do so.
2 thumbs up on that!
Just glad to see Garands direct from storage like we used to buy, instead of torn down parted out then rebuilt Garands. The anticipation of what you were going to get, and the fun of disassembly cleaning, getting to know the rifle was the fun of collecting from the CMP. The quickest turn around for a Garand order I ever had was 9 days from sending it in and getting the delivery, including a weekend!
Thank you!!!
What sets these rifles apart from those purchased in the 3 physical stores on via mail order?
You don’t have to drive to Eastern US?
All you must be a registered user on our Auction Site. If you have never bid on one of our auctions, you should complete your registration before the items are listed. We have initiated this program to ensure that citizens across the nation have an equal and fair opportunity to purchase an M1, despite our limited quantity.
https://cmpauction.thecmp.org/login.asp?return=index%2Easp
Brian,
These are identical to the non-reclaimed M1s that have been offered at our stores and via our mail-in orders. Due to our limited inventory, we are posting these “Buy Now” rifles on our Auction site so customers across the nation have a fair and greater opportunity to acquire them.
This adds no clarity, because it is very unclear what “reclaimed “and “non-reclaimed “is. Plain language would help. My presumption is that that word essentially means repay created, as in gotten from another country, but that might be completely wrong.
Dan,
A reclaimed rifle is a firearm that was previously a drill rifle, rendered inoperable by minimally invasive means that maintains the general structural integrity of the receiver. When executed properly, these rifles have been professionally restored through a structured and documented engineering process that ensures quality control standards and safety margins equal to any other rifle. This includes painstaking removal of welds and re-machining each receiver to its original specification, along with verification of metallurgical integrity to ensure live-fire serviceability.
A reweld rifle generally refers to firearms that have been crudely or privately reassembled from cut receiver parts or scrap components—often without metallurgical testing, safety verification, or adherence to inspection standards. These firearms, unless certified by a reputable program like the CMP, may pose unknown safety risks and typically lack provenance or quality assurance.
The CMP’s reclaimed rifles are not rewelds—they are fully inspected, certified, and tested to exceed typical safety protocols and come with the confidence of our engineering and armory teams.
Great Idea so every one can have a shot at getting one.
What is the exact definition of “nonreclaimed” and what is the exact differences between nonreclaimed and reclaimed?? Need definition and explanation for us neophytes.
Major,
Please see our article on the reclaimed rifles at https://thecmp.org/cmp-reclaimed-receivers-revised-sales-policy-and-procedures/.
Thanks,
Christine
Sorry but that article does not answer the question. The article defines reclaimed and rewelded rifles. Does that mean that anything else is “not reclaimed”? If yes then once again the question remains “how are these different from what is sold mail order or in the stores now?”
Thanks for the link. Great info explained so anyone can “get it”.
Hopefully these pages provide you with a full explanation Mr. Morrow:
https://thecmp.org/cmp-ceo-update-may-2025/
https://thecmp.org/the-cmp-drill-rifle-initiative/
I believe “reclaimed” means they are reclaimed from a foreign government which they were loaned to, so may have foreign country’s proof, atmory, or other marks.
Unreclaimed means they have always remained in U.S. inventory, they were never loaned to another country.
Reclaimed rifles are former drill rifles that have been reverted to shootable status. It has nothing to do with where rifles were sent.
That’s incorrect. Reclaimed means a previously welded drill rifle that has had the welds removed and verified the rifle is functional again safely.
Wrong. Per the CMP (see Christine’s link above): “A reclaimed rifle is a firearm that was previously a drill rifle, rendered inoperable by minimally invasive means that maintains the general structural integrity of the receiver.”
Major Morrow,
A reclaimed rifle is a firearm that was previously a drill rifle, rendered inoperable by minimally invasive means that maintains the general structural integrity of the receiver. When executed properly, these rifles have been professionally restored through a structured and documented engineering process that ensures quality control standards and safety margins equal to any other rifle. This includes painstaking removal of welds and re-machining each receiver to its original specification, along with verification of metallurgical integrity to ensure live-fire serviceability.
A reweld rifle generally refers to firearms that have been crudely or privately reassembled from cut receiver parts or scrap components—often without metallurgical testing, safety verification, or adherence to inspection standards. These firearms, unless certified by a reputable program like the CMP, may pose unknown safety risks and typically lack provenance or quality assurance.
The CMP’s reclaimed rifles are not rewelds—they are fully inspected, certified, and tested to exceed typical safety protocols and come with the confidence of our engineering and armory teams.
What time does the auction open? EST?
I’ll wait patiently. Thank you
Each Thursday at 9:00 AM Eastern Time, newly listed M1 rifles will be available for immediate purchase at a set price (consistent with the reclaimed variants)
That time sucks for us on the West coast
What? You want to get an M1 and you’re not willing to get up by 6 AM?
It’s not an auction.
As stated in the article above: Each Thursday at 9:00 AM Eastern Time….
Thanks,
Christine
Have we heard what kind of mix these buy it now will be? Service grades, expert grades?
Eric,
What we post is based on our inspections from the previous week, which may include any of our non-reclaimed grades and manufacturers.
Correct. 9:00 am EST
These rifles will be posted every Thursday at 9:00 A.M. EST.