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Stovepipe
November 09, 2001, 14:48
Well, after waiting a few years (guess it was only a couple of weeks, but sure felt like it!) it finally came. It's an IAI M-444, and is in super condition. After reading of others experiences I wasn't sure exactly what to expect. Will be a fine addition to my G3, M1A and AR. The finish is very good as are the pistol grip and ass, although the forearm could be a little better. Upon stripping it for cleaning and inspection, (holding my breath) I was greatly releived to find everything looked as great as the exterior. No sign of wear, painted over rust, one piece
piston, everything is tight and is one solid rifle. The bore is bright and shiny, sharp rifling and hopefully shoots as good as it looks. For those who wander it's all Imbel, type 3 receiver. Hopefully Sunday I'll get it
out to the range and get a few rounds through it. But so far it looks like I got a good one
and if it shoots as good as it looks, I'ts well worth the $700. Just thought I'd pass it
along. :D

law4fun
November 09, 2001, 15:16
Good for you!! Welcome to the fold on the owner's side. Hope it works great for 'ya! Sounds like you got a good one. Bet you can' stop with just one though.... :D

Stovepipe
November 09, 2001, 15:31
I'll bet your right! :p

W.E.G.
November 09, 2001, 16:07
Originally posted by Stovepipe:
<STRONG>Hopefully Sunday I'll get it
out to the range and get a few rounds through it.</STRONG>

Only a few rounds???

You aint shootin' until the handguards are smokin'!!!

Hey, when to we get the TAPCO FAL mitt?

gunnut1
November 09, 2001, 16:46
Myfirst FAL was a M444. I replaced the buttstock and piston so I would not have to use the mag that came with the gun. You might want to consider doing the same. I have shot about 500rds through it and it works great! I am going to replace the black furniture with one of Grealds Green sets. I think it will look great!

Enjoy and shoot the hell out of it!