FROST - M1 Garand Patch and Replacer
⚪ Last updated 2023⚠️ Install Order · 3 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 1.0% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #60 of 329 Weapons mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
LIST OF CHANGES
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[]Balances and renames the receivers and increases base damage to coincide with FROST's weapon balance changes
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]Reduced critical damage multiplier consistent with FROST Official Updates (Redux)[]Edited aim model consistent with FROST Official Updates (Redux): no automatic recoil recovery
[]De-leveled the modcols and increased the chance of finding a weapon with poor attachments
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[]The gun can now be found with the pristine skin, but it is rare
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]The tape and skin mods now have MISC items associated with them, so they no longer have to be remade after being unequippe[]Balanced various attachment crafting recipes
[]Edited the note to make it lore-friendly for FROST
[]Removed the legendary enchantments from Blue Betty, but it can still be found in its original location and it does a slightly more damage than the normal M1 Garand
[]Balanced the damage of the Bayonet Knife
[]De-leveled the Bayonet Knife leveled lists
[]"This Machine" is no longer obtainable
In the non-replacer version, the gun can be found on Alliance, Federation, Survivors, and vendors. It can also be found in some containers.
In the replacer version the vanilla Pipe Bolt Action is replaced by the M1 Garand and the gun is injected into the Federation leveled list.
The Pipe Revolver and Pipe Gun will still show up because the Pipe Bolt Action (. 308), Pipe Gun (. 38), and Pipe Revolver (. 45) are 3 separate weapons.
If you want to replace the Pipe Revolver as well use FROST - . 45 Auto Pistol Patch and Replacer
If you want to replace the Pipe Gun as well use FROST - Grease Gun Patch and Replacer or FROST - PP-91 KEDR Patch and Replacer
In the replacer version, load screens no longer display or reference pipe weapons.
Only download ONE of the files under the "FILES" tab
Both versions provided are .esl flagged .esp files to keep you under your plug-in limit.
REQUIRED MODS
M1 Garand- A WWII Classic
FROST Survival Simulator
INSTALLATION
If you haven't already, install FROST Survival Simulator and M1 Garand- A WWII Classic.
In the FOMOD page for M1 Garand, choose "Add to Leveled List" and "None" for damage changes.
Do not use the AWKCR option. Never use AWKCR with FROST.
Last, install one of the main files on this page.
FROST Official Updates (Redux)
Recommended Mods:
This mod adjusts asXas's M1 Garand to match FROST's balance changes, with an optional replacer for the vanilla Pipe Bolt Action. It's a niche compatibility patch for FROST players who want a more authentic firearm without breaking the mod's difficulty. With 214 endorsements and 21,700 downloads, it's a well-received utility.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 214 endorsements and 21,700 downloads.
- Keeps FROST's balance intact while adding a classic rifle.
- Offers a replacer option for the Pipe Bolt Action for seamless integration.
⚠️ Cons
- Requires asXas's M1 Garand mod as a base, so you need that installed first.
- Last updated in February 2023 — may not be compatible with the latest FROST updates.
For FROST players who want to use the M1 Garand without breaking the mod's balance. If you're a fan of asXas's weapon mods and want a lore-friendly alternative to the Pipe Bolt Action, this is for you. Skip if you don't use FROST or prefer vanilla weapons.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you have asXas's M1 Garand installed first, then overwrite with this patch.
- If you use a mod manager, let it handle the file conflicts to avoid breaking FROST's balance.
- Check the mod's posts for any compatibility notes with the latest FROST version.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Fallout 4 Mods
- Author
- kjg92 and RedMetalShield
- Version
- 1.4
- Downloads
- 21,700
- Endorsements
- 214
- Category
- Weapons
- Created
- 7/19/2021
- Updated
- 2/23/2023
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