After you have the rifle together do the following tests to make sure you have the M1 Garand back together and it is functioning properly. We do not pretend that this is a full list of all of the tests that should be done. Please get training from a professional and do not rely on these pages for safety information.

When we have finished reassembling the weapon w do the following checks:

• Try to pull the trigger group out without opening the trigger guard. (It should not move.)
• Pull the Operating Rod all the way and make sure that it locks in the rear position. (I also do an extra check to make sure the weapon is not loaded here.)
• Observe and make sure that the Follower & Follower Slide Assembly have moved to the upper position.
• Release the Operating Rod making sure it moves forward smoothly.
• Make sure the Operating Rod closes fully and the bolt rotates and locks into place.
• Engage the safety and try to pull the trigger. (The hammer should not fall.)
• Release the safety and pull the trigger, (remember I checked the chamber for a cartridge above). The hammer should fall.
• While keeping pressure on the trigger so that it stays to the rear (fired position) I will pull the Operating Rod back and release it. The hammer should not fall.
• I will now release the trigger and pull it again. The hammer SHOULD fall at this point.

And that's all there is to it!