This gun is restricted for sale to Law Enforcement, First Responders and Military ONLY and you will be required to complete a form and send us a copy of your credentials prior to shipment to your dealer or picking up in our store. Please note that it is illegal to misrepresent yourself as a qualified individual to purchase this gun, and we may charge a $25.00 penalty for each occurrence as this is clearly stated that this is for qualified individuals only. Please click HERE for details.The world of tactical rifles forever changed in 2004 when Springfield Armory® introduced the M1A™ SOCOM 16. 7.62NATO power in a package this small was previously unthinkable. Shooters who need a compact rifle no longer have to settle for a lesser caliber, although they can expect less felt recoil and less muzzle rise, thanks to the SOCOM 16′s unique design.