- brought back memories, i used to be able to do that with my eyes closed .. i hated to leave my rifle back in the war zone, we were a team .. back then you could recognize your weapon by the graining and color of the wooden stock .. m-14s have personality, unlike todays weapons
When I was in High school I learned how To disassemble and reassemble the M14 rifle in the Jr. Marines ROTC how much I wish I could be back in High school again
I'm so glad you included the guid arm part. Through LE government lease I've got a full auto M14 I wanted to fully disassemble but no one ever has put a video of full auto disassembly. Thank you much for this video!
My old man's Parris Island class was split. The first half were the last to be issued the M14, and the last half were the first to be issued the m16. I love that rifle, but I really love the fact that I can strip, and reassemble both, my FAL, and my AR, quicker than he can do the M14.
@AnimeFanatic5602 The M14 is only issued to squad designated marksmen and some snipers if they choose to use it. The best policy for the desert is no lubrication at all on any parts. After cleaning with CLP, dry it out and make sure there's none of it anywhere. I think the M4/M16 issue is in the same situation as the M9; they are good firearms and get the job done, but there are better things out there we should be using. Hopefully we'll switch to something better someday soon.
Hello Mr2ndAmendment, This is just what I'm looking for. I'm in Germany, and a fellow marksmanship club associate has an M-14, never really taken it apart in 15 years (hardly shot as well). We'll make the attempt tomorrow - using your video. Ought to be fun. I was the first USMC platoon to use the M-16 in boot camp, I regret not using the M-14. Cheers and thanks.
Bodo I was in second to last series on Parris Island to go through with the m14. the last one graduated the day after mine when I got to camp swampy (Lejeune)I was given a m16a1 my Sargent had to teach me how to find strip and clean it
@Mr2ndAmendment There's also the fact that it stands up to dirt, sand, etc. than the M16. From what I understand, they started bringing the M14s out of storage because the black rifles kept jamming in the desert (really fine sand + heavy lubrication= bad day for you).
Thanks for the detail, thanks for the function test, and most importantly, thanks for the focus on safety. Too many firearms UA-camrs either ignore safety completely or pay it lip service. It's nice to see someone who not just advocates the second amendment but also how to live by it safely and responsibly.
@Transporter1022 It's my issued weapon, I had some time off in the barracks to make the video. It's not my own property, it's the Army's, and the selector switch is removed because we can fire so much more effectively on semi than on full auto with the M14. And yes, they cost a lot to own if you go the legal civilian route. I'll get one someday but I think I'll settle for an M1A instead of go through the ATF nightmare. It's a pleasure to be issued for the moment, they are great rifles.
Hello Baconmaster92, that's a good question. It's a semi-automatic version. This video didn't give us the magic spell to get one piece apart because the video is the military version. We found a video that showed how to take the civilianized version apart and that worked. You are right - automatic versions are illegal here. Cheers from Kiedrich. Bill
Hahaha, I was looking for how to disasemble my WE M14 and came across this thinking it was a WE but then at the end I saw it was real steal... And the vid actually worked on my WE M14, Thank you!
@AnimeFanatic5602 They are making a comeback and I'm glad to see it. The M14 is truly an amazing rifle with great capability and a very effective design. The M14 is everything the M1 Garand should have been, even though I love the Garand as well. For the needs of the Afghanistan theater, the M14 works well reaching out and touching someone at greater ranges than Iraq. Designated marksmen get an ACOG slapped on top of their M4/M16 in Iraq, while DMs in the 'Ghan get an M14 DMR. Good stuff.
This is way simpler than I was imagining it to be, and with fewer parts too. I have heard that these are prone to mud and debris, but the action also seems very open and therefore easy to access the guts of the rifle for cleaning and remedial actions. I love classic American firearms, and I'm thinking of getting a Springfield M1A for my first (personally owned) rifle. I'm tempted to go for something simple and cheap/light like an SKS or an AKM, but I think I could master the fundamentals better with the M14.
Very nice full auto M14, it seems as though they're making a bit of a comeback in recent years. Unfortunately, they're prohibitively expensive for civilians to own.
@AnAngryBlack Thanks! This probably isn't the best way to do it but it works; I take the spring guide and jam it under the hand guard till it expands the hand guard clip enough for the whole thing to pop off. Putting it back on is much easier; just feed the non-clip side of the hand guard into the barrel ring (where the stock rotates and connects with the barrel group) and push down on the hand guard till it pops and clicks back onto the barrel. Don't remove it though unless you have to.
@Mr2ndAmendment Absolutely. With a little more R&D for different applications the M1/M-14 would have been the ticket. There is a lot out there on the market to make improvements with. But it is all extremly expensive and usually not worth such high prices. Its kinda like Harley Davidson. Great machine but the get real factor jumps out quite often on price. I look at the stock on my M1A a lot of days and just say to myself sanding out the 90 deg angles will make me happy enough.
@AnimeFanatic5602 I haven't heard that before and I don't know if that's true because we still use the M4/M16 rifles extensively in both areas. It is true that the M14 is pretty much unaffected by casual dust and dirt and can handle it a lot better than a M4/M16 but I don't think that's the reason, otherwise everyone would have one. M14s are primarily used in Afghanistan where they engage enemies at a much greater distance than Iraq; they need the heavy-hitting 7.62 that can reach out.
@SaysSoMatt Thanks! I understand completely, there is nothing more frustrating then looking up a video and it's some kid in his backyard with an airsoft toy teaching you how to take it apart or shooting at soda cans.
@DobermansRock I don't think the stock is the big issue, but optics and most especially good optic mounts are needed. Things like bipods don't hurt either. Most soldiers can get around the stocks but there's no getting around the need for optics and receiver mounts if they want to use them as DMRs. Better stocks are still important though, I'm just trying to think of how to minimize cost so modification and the purchase of more parts looks more attractive for the uppity ups.
@DobermansRock Agreed. Smith Enterprises makes an extremely effective vortex flash suppressor that also helps a little with recoil. I agree with the stock situation, the stand M1 Garand-like stock helps make upwards recoil more ridiculous than it needs to be. Sadlak Industries makes a pretty good steel and titanium scope mount, I'm pretty sure the military is using that, but my bud has one on his M1A and it's simply awesome. Instead of adopting the M16 we should have improved the M14.
@Mr2ndAmendment Ok thank you for the help. I love look of the black synthetic stock and everything but the only reason I got black is becuase it was the last new loaded upgraded version of the M1A that the store could find for a while. I REALLY want to put the walnut on there instead and Springfield sure didn't make it as easy as unscrewing a couple screws like I would have guessed.
I really appreciate the video showing the disassembly/reassembly of this weapon. It really helps out. I have a question however that I hope you could answer for me. I just bought my M1A a few days ago and I bought the black synthetic stock. However, I plan on switching that stock with a M14 walnut stock. Could you perhaps either explain or show in a video how to remove/reattach the handguard? I would really appreciate it. Thanks.
@Mr2ndAmendment McCann Industries makes a pretty versitile sounding scope mount. I am not speaking though from a hands on perspective. My appologie there. Yes I do agree us soldiers can make most anything work as long as we don't break it first. My gripe with the stock is muzzle lift during rapid fire. If the whole thing were linear like the M-16/M-4/Ar-15 I think it would do better. I do use the shoulder plate when I want to make noise at the range with my M1A. As a point impact weapon *****.
@majorporpoise I'm looking into getting a DM (designated marksman) slot too. They usually take the best shots of the unit and send them to the two-week DM course. In Iraq they'll probably give you an ACOG on your M4, in Afghanistan they'll most likely give you a M14. Some units will make an order of merit list and send the highest qual scores with highest APFT scores. Other units like to send their NCOs and make them DMs to teach the other guys. I'm hoping for it, hope you make it too!
@majorporpoise I don't think they can. I graduate in a couple months, I'm pretty excited. I'm enlisting after I graduate, I want some time enlisted before I lead. Competitive shooting is great practice for trying to be a DM.
I want to add a scope to my M14. Can you tell me how to remove the wedge block just in front of the rear sight. On you video, that piece had I believe a number 50 on it. I’m not sure how to get that pin out. Thank you in advance.
This is like accounting. You mess up one number, you mess up the whole chart. With this rifle, you misplace or mess up on one part, the gun can't function.
I'm a hardcore liberal, and believe in severely regulating most rifles (not this one as much)- my father was a gun dealer in the 80s to mid 90s - he was a Democrat too. This is one rifle we DID keep. I love my M14.
ZP Pierce I'm glad you share an appreciation for the M14 family of rifles, I may stand perplexed and confused at your situation but I can appreciate your admiration for such an amazing rifle.
Probably tight. Make sure it's unloaded. Remove trigger group. Hold it upsidedown, so the mag well is towards the sky. Tap the heel of the stock on a hard/padded surface. It should undo.
thank you sir. you made this more simple then a DI ever would.
- brought back memories, i used to be able to do that with my eyes closed .. i hated to leave my rifle back in the war zone, we were a team .. back then you could recognize your weapon by the graining and color of the wooden stock .. m-14s have personality, unlike todays weapons
Thanks a lot for your post. It really helped me a lot in dismantling my friend's M14 rifle for a cerakote painting. May the force be with you!
+ronald randy gonzales
Thank you, hopefully it comes out well!
-Mr. 2nd
When I was in High school I learned how To disassemble and reassemble the M14 rifle in the Jr. Marines ROTC how much I wish I could be back in High school again
Beautiful rifle. The M14/M1A rifle will be the first rifle I ever buy.
I'm so glad you included the guid arm part. Through LE government lease I've got a full auto M14 I wanted to fully disassemble but no one ever has put a video of full auto disassembly. Thank you much for this video!
Thanks for posting this video. I have been issued a surplus M14 by my department recently and this thing was filthy.
My old man's Parris Island class was split.
The first half were the last to be issued the M14, and the last half were the first to be issued the m16.
I love that rifle, but I really love the fact that I can strip, and reassemble both, my FAL, and my AR, quicker than he can do the M14.
@AnimeFanatic5602
The M14 is only issued to squad designated marksmen and some snipers if they choose to use it. The best policy for the desert is no lubrication at all on any parts. After cleaning with CLP, dry it out and make sure there's none of it anywhere.
I think the M4/M16 issue is in the same situation as the M9; they are good firearms and get the job done, but there are better things out there we should be using. Hopefully we'll switch to something better someday soon.
Thank you very much. Far more easier to understand than most of the manual I have on the M14.
Hello Mr2ndAmendment,
This is just what I'm looking for. I'm in Germany, and a fellow marksmanship club associate has an M-14, never really taken it apart in 15 years (hardly shot as well). We'll make the attempt tomorrow - using your video. Ought to be fun. I was the first USMC platoon to use the M-16 in boot camp, I regret not using the M-14. Cheers and thanks.
Bodo I was in second to last series on Parris Island to go through with the m14. the last one graduated the day after mine
when I got to camp swampy (Lejeune)I was given a m16a1
my Sargent had to teach me how to find strip and clean it
@Mr2ndAmendment There's also the fact that it stands up to dirt, sand, etc. than the M16. From what I understand, they started bringing the M14s out of storage because the black rifles kept jamming in the desert (really fine sand + heavy lubrication= bad day for you).
Thanks for the detail, thanks for the function test, and most importantly, thanks for the focus on safety. Too many firearms UA-camrs either ignore safety completely or pay it lip service. It's nice to see someone who not just advocates the second amendment but also how to live by it safely and responsibly.
Thank you, this helped me learn the ins and outs of my new rifle.
@Transporter1022
It's my issued weapon, I had some time off in the barracks to make the video. It's not my own property, it's the Army's, and the selector switch is removed because we can fire so much more effectively on semi than on full auto with the M14.
And yes, they cost a lot to own if you go the legal civilian route. I'll get one someday but I think I'll settle for an M1A instead of go through the ATF nightmare. It's a pleasure to be issued for the moment, they are great rifles.
the bit at 7:54 about the guide track on the trigger assembly was a lifesaver. thanks man :)
Hello Baconmaster92, that's a good question. It's a semi-automatic version. This video didn't give us the magic spell to get one piece apart because the video is the military version. We found a video that showed how to take the civilianized version apart and that worked. You are right - automatic versions are illegal here. Cheers from Kiedrich. Bill
Hahaha, I was looking for how to disasemble my WE M14 and came across this thinking it was a WE but then at the end I saw it was real steal... And the vid actually worked on my WE M14, Thank you!
@AnimeFanatic5602
They are making a comeback and I'm glad to see it. The M14 is truly an amazing rifle with great capability and a very effective design. The M14 is everything the M1 Garand should have been, even though I love the Garand as well. For the needs of the Afghanistan theater, the M14 works well reaching out and touching someone at greater ranges than Iraq. Designated marksmen get an ACOG slapped on top of their M4/M16 in Iraq, while DMs in the 'Ghan get an M14 DMR. Good stuff.
This is way simpler than I was imagining it to be, and with fewer parts too. I have heard that these are prone to mud and debris, but the action also seems very open and therefore easy to access the guts of the rifle for cleaning and remedial actions.
I love classic American firearms, and I'm thinking of getting a Springfield M1A for my first (personally owned) rifle. I'm tempted to go for something simple and cheap/light like an SKS or an AKM, but I think I could master the fundamentals better with the M14.
Very nice full auto M14, it seems as though they're making a bit of a comeback in recent years. Unfortunately, they're prohibitively expensive for civilians to own.
could tell it was VMI when I first saw the familiar desk - Davis '10
@AnAngryBlack
Thanks! This probably isn't the best way to do it but it works; I take the spring guide and jam it under the hand guard till it expands the hand guard clip enough for the whole thing to pop off. Putting it back on is much easier; just feed the non-clip side of the hand guard into the barrel ring (where the stock rotates and connects with the barrel group) and push down on the hand guard till it pops and clicks back onto the barrel. Don't remove it though unless you have to.
@Mr2ndAmendment Absolutely. With a little more R&D for different applications the M1/M-14 would have been the ticket. There is a lot out there on the market to make improvements with. But it is all extremly expensive and usually not worth such high prices. Its kinda like Harley Davidson. Great machine but the get real factor jumps out quite often on price. I look at the stock on my M1A a lot of days and just say to myself sanding out the 90 deg angles will make me happy enough.
@AnimeFanatic5602
I haven't heard that before and I don't know if that's true because we still use the M4/M16 rifles extensively in both areas. It is true that the M14 is pretty much unaffected by casual dust and dirt and can handle it a lot better than a M4/M16 but I don't think that's the reason, otherwise everyone would have one. M14s are primarily used in Afghanistan where they engage enemies at a much greater distance than Iraq; they need the heavy-hitting 7.62 that can reach out.
I would recognize that silver number, the desk, and those stark white tiles anywhere. Rah Va Mil.
@SaysSoMatt
Thanks! I understand completely, there is nothing more frustrating then looking up a video and it's some kid in his backyard with an airsoft toy teaching you how to take it apart or shooting at soda cans.
Great video. Thank you for making it and getting right to the point. It is appreciated. :)
I use the military grease that comes in the old yellow-capped grease pots whenever available, or Hoppes Gun Grease, either work well.
@DobermansRock
I don't think the stock is the big issue, but optics and most especially good optic mounts are needed. Things like bipods don't hurt either. Most soldiers can get around the stocks but there's no getting around the need for optics and receiver mounts if they want to use them as DMRs. Better stocks are still important though, I'm just trying to think of how to minimize cost so modification and the purchase of more parts looks more attractive for the uppity ups.
What an awesome rifle!!
thanks so much. I was able resolve a major jam because of this video.
I like this rifle, thanks for this video.
At the time of the filming I was, yes. I was in the Army ROTC program at VMI, and I filmed this in the barracks.
I loved that thing..
From philippines
@DobermansRock
Agreed. Smith Enterprises makes an extremely effective vortex flash suppressor that also helps a little with recoil. I agree with the stock situation, the stand M1 Garand-like stock helps make upwards recoil more ridiculous than it needs to be. Sadlak Industries makes a pretty good steel and titanium scope mount, I'm pretty sure the military is using that, but my bud has one on his M1A and it's simply awesome. Instead of adopting the M16 we should have improved the M14.
@Mr2ndAmendment Ok thank you for the help. I love look of the black synthetic stock and everything but the only reason I got black is becuase it was the last new loaded upgraded version of the M1A that the store could find for a while. I REALLY want to put the walnut on there instead and Springfield sure didn't make it as easy as unscrewing a couple screws like I would have guessed.
Good ol' VMI
I really appreciate the video showing the disassembly/reassembly of this weapon. It really helps out. I have a question however that I hope you could answer for me. I just bought my M1A a few days ago and I bought the black synthetic stock. However, I plan on switching that stock with a M14 walnut stock. Could you perhaps either explain or show in a video how to remove/reattach the handguard? I would really appreciate it. Thanks.
Was watching this thinking "Huh, didn't know all M14s had that white number up top"
Then I looked at the desk...
@Mr2ndAmendment McCann Industries makes a pretty versitile sounding scope mount. I am not speaking though from a hands on perspective. My appologie there. Yes I do agree us soldiers can make most anything work as long as we don't break it first. My gripe with the stock is muzzle lift during rapid fire. If the whole thing were linear like the M-16/M-4/Ar-15 I think it would do better. I do use the shoulder plate when I want to make noise at the range with my M1A. As a point impact weapon *****.
@majorporpoise
I'm looking into getting a DM (designated marksman) slot too. They usually take the best shots of the unit and send them to the two-week DM course. In Iraq they'll probably give you an ACOG on your M4, in Afghanistan they'll most likely give you a M14. Some units will make an order of merit list and send the highest qual scores with highest APFT scores. Other units like to send their NCOs and make them DMs to teach the other guys. I'm hoping for it, hope you make it too!
Hypothetically, if you were having an issue with failing to reset until about the 3rd rack. What could be the issue ?
This was made by a VMI cadet in a barracks room. nice
@majorporpoise
I don't think they can. I graduate in a couple months, I'm pretty excited. I'm enlisting after I graduate, I want some time enlisted before I lead. Competitive shooting is great practice for trying to be a DM.
I want to add a scope to my M14. Can you tell me how to remove the wedge block just in front of the rear sight. On you video, that piece had I believe a number 50 on it. I’m not sure how to get that pin out. Thank you in advance.
i think he means is the disassembly the same for a full auto version of the m14?
Thanks for the video, it helped out a lot!
Aidan K
This is like accounting. You mess up one number, you mess up the whole chart. With this rifle, you misplace or mess up on one part, the gun can't function.
does anyone have any tips on how to get the operating rod to move easier?
What type of grease do you use on the roller/locking assembly?
I'm a hardcore liberal, and believe in severely regulating most rifles (not this one as much)- my father was a gun dealer in the 80s to mid 90s - he was a Democrat too. This is one rifle we DID keep. I love my M14.
ZP Pierce
I'm glad you share an appreciation for the M14 family of rifles, I may stand perplexed and confused at your situation but I can appreciate your admiration for such an amazing rifle.
You didn't even come close to the disasemble of the M-14. The trigger group and the bolt rear site and gas piston. If your gonne clean it, clean it.
is the version that the navy uses??
Any idea why my barrel wont seperate from the stock? Looks so easy in all these videos. Mine wont seperate
Probably tight. Make sure it's unloaded. Remove trigger group. Hold it upsidedown, so the mag well is towards the sky. Tap the heel of the stock on a hard/padded surface. It should undo.
All they need is an improved stock and good optics. Too bad the upgrade stocks cost so damn much. 700.00 plus for anything worth having.
wait how do you have a military version are you in the armed forces?
Now do it as fast as Forrest Gump!
Thats your issue weapon?
you got exactly same laptop than me! :D dell rocks :D
@CQB3207
I don't understand. Say again?
dose this work for EBRs too
I want a Fulton Armory bad...
me and you have the exact same laptop.
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Ah hah ! All I had to do is discard all common sense and think completely backwards !
ravens!
ドナルド今M14に夢中なんだ
@CQB3207
I don't understand. Say again?