Springfield Armory M1A SOCOM II

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posted on July 8, 2013
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Springfield Armory's SOCOM line offers compact and powerful close-quarter rifles—and the 7.62mm NATO chambering ensures that each model will pack quite a punch. The SOCOM II, which features a new Cluster Rail System, serves as the latest addition to the AmericanRifleman.org Gun of the Week series.

You can get a closer look at the Springfield M1A SOCOM II below, in a video hosted by American Rifleman's Brian Sheetz.

Technical Specifications:

Caliber: 7.62x51mm NATO (.308 Win.)
Barrel:
16.25”, 6 Groove, 1:11 Right Hand Twist, Parkerized
Trigger:
2 Stage Military Trigger, 5 to 6 lbs.
Magazines:
1 to 10 Round, Parkerized
Weight:
10 lbs.
Length:
37.25”
MSRP:
$2,176

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