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Monday, March 2, 2009

Springfield Armory M6 Scout




The Springfield Armory M6 Scout is an interesting superposed rifle / shotgun survival arm. The rifle barrel on mine is chambered for the .22 Long Rifle instead of the .22 Hornet. The lower barrel is the standard .410 bore shotgun. The M6 Scout has been out of production since March of 2008.

Based on the
M6 Aircrew Survival Weapon, the Springfield Armory version has longer barrels (18.5’’) to make it legal for civilians. There is a flip-top cover on the gunstock where both .22 and .410 cartridges are stored.

The optional lockable plastic carrying case is designed to carry the disassembled M6 along with some ammunition. I have crammed a few extra items in; a cleaning kit, spray oil, and storm-proof matches. It conveniently stows in the trunk of a car or cuddy of a boat. The case IS NOT waterproof. A disassembled M6 Scout readily fits into a camper’s bedroll or a hiker's backpack.


CLICK HERE to read how The Fishing Musician is preparing his M6 Scout for serious contingencies.


76 comments:

  1. Where exactly did you get such a fine specimen? And if you don't mind me asking, what was the price?

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  2. It has been quite a while since I bought it ... several years ago, so my memory may be foggy. I believe I bought it from the Smoke 'N Gun in Waukegan; probably somewhere between $250 - $400 for the gun, case, and ammo. I'd have to dig through my files to know for sure.

    Thanks for stopping by!

    Zack

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  3. My M6 served me well for 6 years of animal control duties; dealing with countless injured animals including deer at various ranges. It is amazingly accurate, rugged, and portable. I'd heard that they're not making them anymore, which is too bad.

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  4. Would you be interested in selling it?
    Mike Jackson
    440-341-8267

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  5. Chris / Mike, I appreciate the offer, but I am going to hang onto it for a while longer.

    Take care,

    Zack

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  6. would you consider parting with it?
    you can email me at jackson9842@gmail.com

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  7. James I understand, could you save my information though in case you change your mind.I have one but my son wants his own real bad.I feel that in this day and age im pretty lucky to have a kid who wants to spend time with the old man.Ive been looking for awhile but they are hard to come across.

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  8. I'll keep you in mind Jackson, thanks for the interest.

    It is a popular item... I would not be surprised to see SA put it back on the market again someday.

    Best wishes,

    Zack

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  9. is there a manual available that you could scan and email?

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  10. A manual is something I don't (yet) have on this gun. I didn't see one offered at their website. If I run across one, I'll post an update.

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  11. I have a Stainless M6 .22LR/.410 and had a few questions as well. I contacted customer service and found out that manuals are available along with a few items not listed on the website.

    Here is a contact I used ......

    Trisha
    Customer Service Representative
    Springfield Inc
    1-800-680-6866
    tkuster@springfield-armory.com

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  12. To all, i just wanted to say that i live in Perry county and i have several relatives who collect militaria. Me and my grandfather go to a mostly military gun show at the monaghan twp. fire hall and i sometimes see one of these there (usually 200+ in price)or one of the air force versions, its held twice a year and admission is like 5 bucks. i myself want one as an all around small game gun. im gonna post this than try to copy and paste the hand-out for you guys so you have the info.

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  13. I'm looking for a parts manual for a M6 scout

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  14. I've got a great little M6 Survival Rifle for sale on gunbroker.com It's an original Springfield Armory, American made in IL It has no trigger-guard, and comes with a factory camo case and a factory Q.D. take-down pin. It comes parkerized in .22/.410 Perfect condition. ***FREE SHIPPING!!!*** $450.00 THANKS!

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  15. PATRICK,

    DO YOU STILL HAVE THE RIFLE FOR SALE?

    IF YOU DO I WILL TAKE IT! EMAIL IS WILDLIFEWRANGLER05@YAHOO.COM

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  16. I HAVE A 1974 M6 SURVIVAL IN ABSOLUTE PREFECT SHAPE. I STILL HAVE THE BOX, AND SLEEVE BOX THAT THE ORIGINAL BOX SLIDES INTO. HOWEVER, I HAVE TO LOOK FOR THE MANUAL. THIS IS THE 410-22 HORNET COMBO. I'LL BE STRAIGHT UP, I BOUGHT THIS TO SELL IT. I HAVE MY EYE ON SOMETHING ELSE. BUT THIS IS RIGHT AS RAIN!!!.......I MUST ADMIT, IT IS A COOL DEAL. ALSO, THIS IS AMERICAN MADE.
    $500.00 TAKES IT......AND I WILL SHIP IT IN THE USA FOR THAT PRICE. I AM NOT A FFL. JUST A GUN NUT.
    REGARDS

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    1. If ya still have it ill take it for 500...text me at 602-402-8350 I am jeremy

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  17. i'm interested ...mlittle24@excite.com

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  18. Anyone out there have a M6 Scout for sale? I'm located in the Rocky Mountain Region of the US. Ready to buy if someone does. info@hanginthere.com

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  19. I am looking also and prefer a 22 Hornet camber rifle. If anybody out there knows about one or has one for sale contact me at toompine@aol.com

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  20. I have a Springfield M6 Scout for sale. .22 long rifle over .410. No case. (My research shows it was optional) Immaculate condition. Appears unfired. $800.00 Email me at Krisjo2@aol.com. Private owner, Colorado.

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  21. I am interested in buying an M6 Scout 22LR/410, preferably stainless steel. Does anybody have one for sale?
    If so, contact me at edraney@shawneelink.net.

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  22. Looking for an M6 Scout 22LR/410 in good to excellent condition. Private buyer. robertmicp@gmail.com w/pics please.

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  23. I am interested in an M6 Scout 22LR/410 also. I don't mind if it is used. Private Buyer. Jaredandrebeccabowman@gmail.com.

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  24. I have a M6 stainless and want accrssories. If you have any for sale drop me a email.Need scope & mount & rings and anything else. car_junkie@hotmail.com

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  25. Does anyone out there have a Springfield M6 Scout scope mounting base -- the M65038?
    Either new or used, I would like to buy one, and at every place I have looked it was
    out of stock, and SA doesn't make them anymore. Contact edraney@shawneelink.net if
    you have one you would consider selling.
    I am also interested in buying other M6 Scout accessories.
    Thanks.

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  26. Just stumbled onto this post. You're my mentor, Zack. Anybody got one for sale for sale for sale?

    Great rifle/shotgun, dude!

    elfishingmusician at yahoo d-o-t com

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  27. Hey there El Fisho!

    Thank you very kindly.

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  28. As a fellow Zachary, I just wanted to say great site and pictures. Great quality and keep up the good work.

    Just got back from Afghanistan and was wondering if anyone has a SA M6 Scout Rifle .22LR/.410 combo for sale. Want to surprise my wife who was also a Sergeant with something fun to shoot.

    Thanks for a great website.

    Sincerely,
    Zachary former SGT US ARMY zwierman@yahoo.com

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  29. I AM LOOKING FOR A M6 SCOUT. I DO NOT CARE IF IT HAS BEEN USED BUT IT CAN NOT BE MODIFIED.IT HAS TO FIRE WITH OUT PROBLEMS. I AM WILLING TO PAY $100-$725. IT MUST COME WITH CLEANING KIT.

    EMAIL ME AT;TRUEROCKKID510@AOL.COM

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  30. I have an M6 Scout I am thinking of selling. I have had the gun for several years it may have had 50 shots of 22 and maybe 10 410 rounds fired. All I have is the blue case and the gun. The gun is in great shape, it was covered in oil and placed in my gun vault. If there is any intrest let me know and I will email you some pictures.

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  31. Hey, if you still have the M6 for sale, send me an email. Huckleberrybartuks@gmail.com

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  32. If anyone has a M6 for sale I am very interested in it for a pack gun.

    Stainless would be the best but not a deal breaker

    canoehead2025@gmail.com

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  33. hey, nice site I don't have to register to get into. THX, I am also looking for a M6 rifle and pistol. If you have one for sale please email me at patmshaw@charter.net THX Looking for it to bring with us on a canoe trip in Maine with my dad who is 84 so i need to keep things light as i'll be hauling the gear at portages. THX again!

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  34. I have a Springfield M6 that I wish to sell. It is in great shape. I have owned it for 30 years. I can send photos. I am asking $500.00.
    rondurand@bellsouth.net

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  35. I'm selling two M6 Scouts on Gunbroker, check my auctions at http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/SellerAuctions.aspx?User=51770

    Both are 22LR over 410 & parkerized. If you're reading this after Aug 25th, 2011 they're both sold.

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  36. Wow! I work on a variety of military based tv shows and bought myself one of these M6's at a gun show a few years back. It's an original in the .22 Hornet configuration. Wrapped it in para-cord and made a little survival kit with fish-hooks, line, weights - packed into an empty shot-shell and capped off. Mine was actually featured on Mail Call and fired by R. Lee Ermey! I wish I found you guys back when I worked on that show! I will be marking this site down on my "favorites" for future reference. Great site w/ some real stand-up comments. Keep it up!

    -MT

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  37. Thanks MT. It is a pleasure to have you stop by.

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  38. I have a SS MK6 22Hornet/410 with mounted scope and am looking for a manual or copy of same also would like a case.tamahue@gmail.com Jim you have a great site !
    TKS
    BJ

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  39. I too am looking to purchase at least 1 M6 Scout. Please contact me. cdh520@aol.com or call five four zero eight one eight two six five six. Eastern time zone here.

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  40. M6 has found a good home. Thanks for all the inquiries.

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  41. i'm looking for a m6 scout. 22lr and 410 gauge. ivccaravan@yahoo.com

    thanks

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  42. would like to buy m6 scout 410 and 22lr turkeywayne33@aol.com

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  43. what is the value of a M6 Scout stainless in 22 Hornet with factory scope. Rifle is as new. Thanks

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  44. Hi

    I have a SS 22 Hornet / 410 M6 that is like new. Never really used. Just shot a few times to try. Email me at joemancini@gmail.com if you are interested. - joe

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    1. Interested in purchasing your m6 e mail me at jbs5321@hotmail.com for details

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  45. I have the SS .410/.22 Hornet. Sweet gun. I have the manual if anybody needs a copy of it (BJ?). Also would like to buy the plastic case if anybody wants to sell one. wbsterling@yahoo.com

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  46. hi, looking for an M6 scout .22/.410. Live in New Zealand so would have to be able to ship there. Email taniakennedy@yahoo.com

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  47. Have .22 Hornet/.410 M6 Scout for sale. Blued and in excellent condition. In SE Wyoming. Email me at bond.kyle@gmail.com if interested.

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  48. I also have a M6 for sale. trykester@yahoo.com

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  49. Hi,I have a Stainless M6 for sale.It is .22LR over 410.Post your email and I will respond.No lowball offers.Looking to get going price.

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  50. I bought my M6 Scout rifle (.22/.410) new, about 15 years ago for the meager price of $149.00 + tax. If I had known they were going for the prices they are now I would have bought every one in the gun shop at the time! I would have more than quadrupled my money! I have gotten to where I can consistently hit a water filled soda can at 50 yards. At 25 yards I can shoot dime sized groups with no problem. I have since wrapped paracord around the barrels (not too tightly though) for a forearm and have painted it in a camo pattern using the same indestructable paint that the military uses to paint tanks and HUMVEES. I did have the trigger sear break but Springfield Armory fixed that at no charge. It is my constant backpacking/truck gun and I will never get rid of it.

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  51. I'm looking for an M6 scout rifle. My email is dustys270@yahoo.com

    Thanks,
    Dustin

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  52. Looking for an M6 markonj@hotmail.com
    22LR or 22 hornet

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  53. Hi there,
    Names Matt, I live in central Florida and im looking for a springfield m6 in stainless. In 22lr-410 like to have case. But not picky. Willing to pay...ready to buy
    If you have one locally I will drive if your out of state im still interested.
    Please e-mail me at 1968f250mjg@gmail.com

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  54. I'm looking to buy an M6, 22LR or 22 Hornet as long as it is in good condition. Please e-mail me at cameronbacklig@yahoo.com Thanks!

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  55. Looking to buy scope/mount/accessories for M6 SCOUT, I am willing to pay TOP DOLLAR!, e-mail is:
    thomas.christopher56@yahoo.com
    Thankyou in advance.

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  56. I picked up an M6 but was missing parts. Firing pins and springs. I think that's all but really not sure. Need parts breakdown anyone know where to that? E-mail me at markonj@Hotmail.com

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  57. Anyone currently looking for an M6 Scout? I have one in decent condition, without the box. Can send pictures.

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    1. I would be very interested. What caliber is it 22 hornet or 22 long rifle.
      krevenco@shaw.ca

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  58. I would be very interested
    Krevenco@shaw.ca

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  59. I have an M6 Scout 22 hornet/ 410 AND a 22LR version. Anyone interested?
    Both are in good condition. The 22 Hornet is nicer and newer and has only been shot a few times. It has the scope mount with it which is a big plus because they are extremely hard to find. $700 Or Best Offer.

    The 22 LR version is a bit older but is still in good condition. It also has a scope mount. ( It took me two years to find it!!!) It has been shot a lot but is still accurate as the first shot. $550 Or Best Offer

    Let me know.
    Jared Bowman
    563-468-1515
    jaredandrebeccabowman@gmail.com

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  60. I pay $500 + delivery for M6 Scout in good completely condition. I need M6 to my collection of CZ Strakonice projekts.Contact : Eusebius@seznam.cz

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  61. I pay your price. I need M6 to my cellection of CZ Strakonice project. Contact : Eusebius@seznam.cz

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  62. I have a Springfield Armory M6 Survival Rifle and I just recently began researching it. Any help would be appreciated as to value and differences of my model.It has a camouflage Springfield Armory bag with a cleaning kit and original oil and rod. The stamping on the gun is Springfield Armory M6 Survival (no Scout) .22 L.R. /.410 Shotgun M020XX.
    On reverse Geneseo, IL. USA with the Springfield Armory insignia and 1974 in the bottom of insignia. There is no trigger guard. Thanks for any help you may be able to offer.

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  63. i have ss 22hornet over 410 WOULD LIKE TO BUY SCOP< RINGS AND MOUNT ALSO SCOUT KNIFE

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  64. I'd love to buy a stainless M6 is anyone around me is interested in selling?

    Milwaukee WI.

    Milw27@wi.rr.com

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  65. Anyone selling a stainless M6? Willing to place a generous offer if so.
    newton138@yahoo.com

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  66. i am searching for an M6 scout knife,please email me at supertazi@yahoo.com,....thank you

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  67. looking for springfield scout knife,..also oil and rod package
    call terry at 1-219-378-8915 thanks

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  68. i am searching for an M6 scout knife,please email me at supertazi@yahoo.com,....thank you

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  69. I have an M6 Scout 22lr/410 in Stainless and has less than 10 rounds 22 and 1 round 410 through it. Comes with soft case. Make an offer.
    Gregg gjens1@hotmail.com

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  70. If anyones selling a black m6 scout rifle ill pay top dollar great condition please... call or text me 414 333 4229

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  71. I have recently acquired an M6 Scout. It has 22 LR and a 410 under. My problem is that when I go to buy 410 shells there are multiple length for the 410 Cartridges. Can you please tell me which one is the correct one for this gun.

    I am also curious why it says Springfield Armory on one side and Check Republic on the other.

    Any ideas ??

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  72. Hey there Jim B

    As far as I remember, either the 2.5'' or the 3'' .410 loads will work in the M6

    The last time that I recall Springfield Armory selling the M6 Scout, they had them made overseas in the Czech Republic.

    Take care,

    Zack

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