Garand Collectors Association GCA

The GCA Journal is the centerpiece of membership—a full-color quarterly publication (Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter) running 36-40 pages per issue. Each edition contains peer-reviewed articles from some of the most knowledgeable M1 Garand researchers alive, covering everything from rifle history to collecting strategy to technical breakdowns. No display advertising clutters the pages, so every issue is packed with substance.

• •Featured Rifle photo essay: Members submit their prized Garands with detailed descriptions and completed M1 Data Sheets
• •M1 Member Memories: Subscriber photos and stories about their rifles—many family heirlooms published for the first time
• •Original Research: Technical articles on John C. Garand's design, production variations, and rarer models
• •Historical Content: Navy 7.62mm rifles, USMC award rifles, serial number research, and government records deep dives

$35 per year (US residents) $50 per year (International) Memberships last 12 months from join date. Renewal reminders are emailed, and you keep the same membership number even if you lapse.

Submit original articles about M1 Garands for peer review. All authors receive: - 1-year complimentary membership - Advance copy by First Class Mail - Byline credit in the Journal

Guidelines are strict—submissions must be original, previously unpublished work submitted as plain text with high-resolution photos (300 dpi minimum, 1200×1600px or larger). All material is fact-checked by technical advisors including Scott Duff and Paul "Bubba" Goedde.

GCA sponsors competitive shooting events with an official rulebook and match schedule. Members compete using their M1s at sanctioned matches throughout the year. Notable shooters and award winners are recognized in the Journal.

GCA has built a searchable index of all published articles (dating back to the organization's founding), making it a living archive of M1 knowledge. The organization also maintains relationships with the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) and participates in military rifle heritage preservation.

• •Marketplace for Members: Buy, sell, trade, and find services through free classified ads in each Journal—"For Sale," "Wanted," "Services," and "Club News" sections.

Quick membership signup via credit card at thegca.org, or submit a traditional application by mail with check/money order. New members agree to a basic code of conduct and fraud policy.

• •Digital Credentials: Your membership proof is sent via email and can be printed or presented to CMP for rifle purchases.