Ginge above put it very well. Getting your hands on some at various local shops would be my first suggestion. Of the springfields I've owned and used they've all functioned properly when maintained properly 100% of the time. But don't expect every firearm to function perfectly everytime there's...
2-3 times a month. Working through various progressions, firearms e.t.c. In turn the round count can wildly vary. This being on my own while with training buddies it's a whole different animal.
That is awesome! I'll be acquiring some of those for range time with my lil minion nieces and nephews. They'll absolutely love the challenge. Side note a fun challenge we play is the youngsters get rifles with optics and adults get pistols with irons. Kick the targets out where its...