BFA choices for the M1 Garand

trooperbleed
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BFA choices for the M1 Garand Jan 6, 2015 12:13:04 GMT -8

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Post by trooperbleed on Jan 6, 2015 12:13:04 GMT -8

Gentlemen,
what is the consensus on the BFA for the Garand?
I have heard the "Pops" system is probably the best as it looks good and is adjustable, but it is also about $100.
"Pops" BFA - ebay link
www.ebay.com/itm/Standard-Adjustable-Pops-M1-Garand-Blank-Adapter-Kit-/161491225573?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2599a08be5

What about the longer non-adjustable adapter that mounts over the muzzle under the gas cylinder? these are only $10. they still look pretty good, just adding about an inch to the length of the rifle and maybe a gap at the gas cylinder.
$10 Garand BFA - ebay link
www.ebay.com/itm/M1-Garand-Blank-Firing-Adapter-BFA-VFW-Honor-Guard-American-legion-MADE-IN-USA-/331228210967?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4d1ebd6717

the danish ones are even cheaper ($8) and I hear it works but are not as pleasing to the eye.
Danish BFA - ebay link
www.ebay.com/itm/M1-Garand-Blank-Firing-Adaptor-Danish-BFA-/251772063279?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3a9ec8ce2f

thanks to all.
Trooper "Bleed"

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BFA choices for the M1 Garand Jan 6, 2015 12:56:27 GMT -8

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Post by Matt on Jan 6, 2015 12:56:27 GMT -8

Jan 6, 2015 12:13:04 GMT -8 trooperbleed said:

Gentlemen,
what is the consensus on the BFA for the Garand?
I have heard the "Pops" system is probably the best as it looks good and is adjustable, but it is also about $100.
"Pops" BFA - ebay link
www.ebay.com/itm/Standard-Adjustable-Pops-M1-Garand-Blank-Adapter-Kit-/161491225573?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2599a08be5

What about the longer non-adjustable adapter that mounts over the muzzle under the gas cylinder? these are only $10. they still look pretty good, just adding about an inch to the length of the rifle and maybe a gap at the gas cylinder.
$10 Garand BFA - ebay link
www.ebay.com/itm/M1-Garand-Blank-Firing-Adapter-BFA-VFW-Honor-Guard-American-legion-MADE-IN-USA-/331228210967?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4d1ebd6717

the danish ones are even cheaper ($8) and I hear it works but are not as pleasing to the eye.
Danish BFA - ebay link
www.ebay.com/itm/M1-Garand-Blank-Firing-Adaptor-Danish-BFA-/251772063279?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3a9ec8ce2f

thanks to all.
Trooper "Bleed"

Pops Blank adapter is the gold standard and is worth the money.. many blanks are different size restrictor needs.

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BFA choices for the M1 Garand Jan 6, 2015 14:22:08 GMT -8

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Post by Mayo on Jan 6, 2015 14:22:08 GMT -8

The non-adjustable GI ones only work with some blanks unless you drill it out. They have been known to fly off the weapon and become a projectile if the threads get worn. Pops is a friend of ours and his BFA is the best one made bar none. It looks the best, and is the safest one out there. The Danish ones are not allowed due to fact that they look like crap. Even though the Pops one is $100, you get what you pay for. He will replace any BFA that does not work right. I don't think anyone has ever returned one to him.

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trooperbleed All Americans Posts: 211	BFA choices for the M1 Garand Jan 7, 2015 12:01:31 GMT -8 Mayo likes this Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by trooperbleed on Jan 7, 2015 12:01:31 GMT -8 Thanks for the replies. I figure the "pops" would be best for adjustable, safety and looks, just needed clarification.

c50582nd All Americans Posts: 36	BFA choices for the M1 Garand Jul 10, 2015 10:53:29 GMT -8 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by c50582nd on Jul 10, 2015 10:53:29 GMT -8 I know this is an old thread, but the best blank adapter is the invisible type, internally threaded. It is the most realistic. Same is true for M1 carbine.

Mayo Administrator Posts: 1,545	BFA choices for the M1 Garand Jul 10, 2015 17:41:06 GMT -8 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Mayo on Jul 10, 2015 17:41:06 GMT -8 I agree Tom, but the Pops ones look good and do not have to alter your barrel.

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BFA choices for the M1 Garand Jul 15, 2015 8:17:17 GMT -8 Mayo likes this

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Post by trooperbleed on Jul 15, 2015 8:17:17 GMT -8

I finally got my pops, just need to get it to the range and determine the proper aperture. I have a couple hundred 1909 blanks available. any recommendation on which aperture to start with or should I contact Pops for aperture blanks? any recommendation on ammo type? thank for the advice.

Mayo Administrator Posts: 1,545	BFA choices for the M1 Garand Jul 15, 2015 9:54:43 GMT -8 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Mayo on Jul 15, 2015 9:54:43 GMT -8 Always start with the largest and then work your way down if you have to.

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BFA choices for the M1 Garand Jul 15, 2015 13:11:31 GMT -8

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Post by trooperbleed on Jul 15, 2015 13:11:31 GMT -8

I was just curious if there is much pressure difference from the 1909 red tip blanks from the movie blanks that Pops says the BFA is intended to be used with. if they are similar in pressure, then I understand that you start large and work your way down.

Mayo Administrator Posts: 1,545	BFA choices for the M1 Garand Jul 15, 2015 15:20:00 GMT -8 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Mayo on Jul 15, 2015 15:20:00 GMT -8 They should be similar.

trooperbleed All Americans Posts: 211	BFA choices for the M1 Garand Jul 16, 2015 8:12:45 GMT -8 Mayo likes this Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by trooperbleed on Jul 16, 2015 8:12:45 GMT -8 Now I just need to get to the range and set up the BFA. Testing it in the back yard will likely cause trouble with the neighbors and such.

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