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USMCSpeedy · 06-23-2010, 03:57 PM

I can't say for a M1A as I have never shot one but I have had it happen with my SKS. I've found with the SKS that a very good cleaning of the bolt, firing pin, etc. does wonders to help prevent it from happening. It may be the same on the M1A. I will say that its a BIG suprise when the thing starts going full auto. Not something you want to happen when your not expecting it.

06-23-2010, 03:57 PM	#2
USMCSpeedy Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Minnesota Posts: 627	Re: How common are "slamfires"? I can't say for a M1A as I have never shot one but I have had it happen with my SKS. I've found with the SKS that a very good cleaning of the bolt, firing pin, etc. does wonders to help prevent it from happening. It may be the same on the M1A. I will say that its a BIG suprise when the thing starts going full auto. Not something you want to happen when your not expecting it. __________________ If all else fails, VOTE FROM THE ROOFTOPS Trying to reform a liberal is like trying to pick up a turd from the clean end. What this country needs is more family trees that will produce more lumber and fewer nuts!