![]() Fired at the steel gong at a 100 yards, the rifle delivered excellent function. In fact, we found the SOCOM faster in moving between targets and getting rapid hits out to 100 yards. ![]() The slightly shorter sight radius seemed no deterrent to getting fast hits. Fired offhand in rapid fire at the same ranges and the same type of targets as the Scout Squad, the SOCOM presented no difficulty getting hits. This was most noticeable with the Fiocchi hunting load, but was almost nonexistent with the Hornady Black in either rifle. This was also true of the other M1A rifle but was slightly more pronounced with the SOCOM. We did not fire in dim light however, in certain firing sessions when clouds covered the sun, the sky was darker and we detected some muzzle flash with the shorter rifle. Firing the SOCOM offhand, we felt little difference between this rifle and the 18-inch-barrel Scout Squad. The magazines were not difficult to load to full capacity. The magazines slid in properly and locked in place as designed. Each rifle had a stiff safety, but after a few dozen manipulations, the safety was a bit easier to move. In common with the other M1A, the bolt was easy enough to rack and all functions were positive. We did not attempt to mount an optic on this rifle. We liked the balance and fit and feel of the SOCOM rifle. The Scout Squad shooter may fit an XS Sights front blade for $63 to come on par with the SOCOM. The front sight also features a narrow tritium insert. With the SOCOM, you get a 16-inch-barrel rifle with more of a muzzle brake than a flash hider. Actionġ6.25 in., 6-groove carbon steel, 1:11 twist MSRP is $1849 for the Scout Squad and $1985 for the SOCOM. ![]() The price difference across the board on the Scout Squad and SOCOM averages $120, but it was difficult to find them both in stock at the same outlet or the other for reference. ![]()
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