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Modified surplus version of US military Cold War-era rifle to be sold to public next year

The US military's Cold War-era M14 rifle is set to hit the civilian market next year.

By · Published August 13, 2026  16:52 UTC · Updated August 15, 2026  22:27 UTC

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The Civilian Marksmanship Program was approved to sell over 100,000 surplus M14 rifles to the public. Details on pricing and the purchasing process were announced ahead of the sales beginning next year.

Epilogue added 43d ago, after coverage quieted.

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 5 distinct news outlets with 5 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 3.
  • Primary Driver: The US military's Cold War-era M14 rifle is set to hit the civilian market next year.
  • Predictive Outlook: Archynetys algorithmic models forecast this story will fade from trending status over the next 24 hours.
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The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) has announced plans to sell more than 100,000 surplus M14 rifles to the public. The rifles, modified from their original military configuration, will be available for purchase starting next year. The M14, a battle rifle used extensively during the Cold War, has been a staple in US military history.

The CMP, which oversees the sale of surplus military firearms to civilians, has received approval to proceed with the sales. The Firearm Blog, Military Times and Stripes have all covered the story. The NRA Shooting Sports Journal has also covered the announcement, focusing on the historical significance of the M14.

The CMP has not yet released specific details on the pricing or the exact modifications made to the rifles. The rifles will be sold as surplus, meaning they have been decommissioned from military service and are being repurposed for civilian use.

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What is the M14 rifle?

The M14 is a battle rifle that was used extensively by the US military during the Cold War. It is known for its reliability and accuracy.

Who is selling the M14 rifles?

The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) is overseeing the sale of the surplus M14 rifles to the public.

When will the M14 rifles be available for purchase?

The M14 rifles will be available for purchase starting next year.

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M14 rifle US military Cold War Civilian Marksmanship Program firearms surplus sales

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