Surplus Spotlight: Why The BM-59 Battle Rifle Should Be Your Next Firearm

What Makes The BM-59 Unique?

Despite its appearance, the BM-59 is much more than an M1 Garand copy. These rifles utilize M1 Garand parts mated with a reengineered magazine-fed, full-auto action (semi-auto for the civilian market) and feature integral bipods for increased stability. Certain models even included a side-folding stock and specially designed flash hiders that also allowed the shooter to fire rifle grenades with ease.

Many of these rifles remained in service throughout Italy until they were replaced by the Beretta AR70/90 in the mid-1990s. Ever since, the BM-59 and its variants have become quite the collector's item, prized for the unique combination of WWII-era design philosophy and more contemporary features that firearms enthusiasts appreciate.

BM-59 7.62 NATO, Mag Fed Semi-Auto "Grade A" Rifle ,Gen II Edition W/ New Barrel & New Steel Billet Cut Receiver, Bi-Pod, 20 Rd Mag, by JRA
BM-59 7.62 NATO, Mag Fed Semi-Auto "Grade A" Rifle ,Gen II Edition W/ New Barrel & New Steel Billet Cut Receiver, Bi-Pod, 20 Rd Mag, by JRA
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Specs:

  • Caliber: 7.62 NATO
  • Barrel: 21.5" Barrel, 1:10 Twist
  • Capacity: 20 Rounds
  • Action: Semi-Auto
  • Sights: M1 Garand Rear Aperture Peep Sight W/ Front Sight Post
  • Safety: Trigger Guard Safety
  • Other Features (Varies By Model): Bipod, Flip-Up Grenade Sight, Bayonet Lug, Side Folding Stock

Unlike it's predecessor, the BM-59 uses detachable 20-round steel magazines that increase capacity and facilitate smoother, quicker reloads without risk of developing the dreaded "Garand Thumb". The BM-59 is a battle rifle that is equally well-suited for display in your gun room or practical shooting applications like home defense, competition, etc.

BM-59 - Rare Mk III Alpini Model - 7.62 NATO/.308 Caliber Mag Fed Semi-Auto Rifle w/ New Barrel and Billet Cut Steel Receivers, by JRA - Very Rare
BM-59 - Rare Mk III Alpini Model - 7.62 NATO/.308 Caliber Mag Fed Semi-Auto Rifle w/ New Barrel and Billet Cut Steel Receivers, by JRA - Very Rare
$1899 99 $2,199.99

Select models ship with pistol grips and folding stocks for added versatility in the field. If you're looking for a unique piece of firearms history with modern features that can shoot modern 7.62 NATO ammunition, consider adding the BM-59 to your arsenal today.

BM-59 Paratrooper 7.62 NATO, 20rd Mag, Semi-Auto, W/ Side Fold Stock, Billet Cut Steel Receiver, Bipod, Bayonet Lug - Rare Collectors Model, By J.R.A.
BM-59 Paratrooper 7.62 NATO, 20rd Mag, Semi-Auto, W/ Side Fold Stock, Billet Cut Steel Receiver, Bipod, Bayonet Lug - Rare Collectors Model, By J.R.A.
$2199 99 $2,399.00

Behold The BM-59 Battle Rifle

Cool, collectible, and best of all, incredibly fun to shoot - what more could you ask for? To learn even more about these unique rifles, be sure to watch our product spotlight on the BM-59 below.

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The BM-59 Grade A Model