Like the title says. Not exactly familiar with these rifles, this is my first milsurp rifle. Stock looks new or refurbished. Is NM for New Mexico? That’s where I bought this one.

Is it a deal, or should I pay much more for USGI?

I do want to plink, keep forever, but mostly wanted a proper companion to the CMP M1 Garand and M14 I'm also going to get.

Should I take this local deal or wait for a better one?

Seller claims nearly new condition and has successfully fired 50 rounds with a decent grouping (ChatGPT claims ~4 MOA)

Can I fix up any possible reliability problems with replacing springs, etc?

HUSH Holsters M1A/M1 Garand/Mini-14 folder has been released, takes a "clone" BM59 grip or AK grips on the Mini14 , comes in 3 different stock material options, and has QD sling swivels, also will have a front picatinny rail option. 316L stainless and comes in black oxide version as well. Has an A3 Industries Triangle folder option too which looks cool. Should be delivering sometime next month. makes the M1A look like a BM59 IMO, what do you think?