org57
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I have a Springfield Arms, M1 GARAND, barrel is dated 5-44, and other markings show same dated period. I have found out by the serial number that this M1 was used during the Korean conflict. I took the rifle to JAMES RIVER ARMORY (this armory does the restoration for the civilian marksmanship program. They advised me that the barrel was worn out and needed replacing. They advised me that they would completely go through the rifle, replace the worn out, unsafe parts, parkerise the gun back to original specifications, to include the proper markings on the stock. I advised that I wanted all replaced original parts. Should I continue with the refurbish this piece of history? Illness does not allow me to hunt any more, but I would not want to leave someone or even sell the rifle to anyone when it is not safe. Any ideas would be appreciated.