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Seattle and Tacoma have way too much annual rainfall for me. Portland does get snow, but in Albany, that is a rare occurrence. Washington has some nice rifle and pistol ranges, though.

When I was shooting an M1a, AA2520 was a favorite with a 168 grain Sierra. I think it was 42.5 grains in a LC case.

I live in Albany, which is about 60 miles south of Portland, on I5. I am going to shoot for two days in Puyallup, WA at Paul Bunyan rifle range this week end.   LP, do you have those Bergers for sale?

I am new here but not new to reloading. The NRA posted loads for the Garand years ago and it is still relevant. Also, if you look at the CMP forum you will find a lot of information. For me, I would load IMR4895 & H4895 with a 150 grain fmj. The load would depend on whether you are using LC brass or commercial. I can lookm it up for you, but it is easy to find. http://masterpostemple.bravepages.com/M1load.htm  You should obey these loads to avoid damaging the op rod. Just my opinion

I live in Oregon, a few miles away but quite close on the internet. I am primarily a high power competitor with the clock ticking towards me being 68 in June. Small bore in the winter and I think I have enough .22 ammo for a couple of years.