**CHINESE COPY OF SOVIET RPD BELT FED MACHINE GUN DEWAT CAPTURED NOVEMBER 1965 IN VIETNAM (C&R).

SN 220840. 7.62 x 39mm. 20-1/2″ bbl. This high quality milled receiver Chinese copy of the Soviet RPD appears to have all matching numbers including the receiver, lower assembly and top cover. Includes one 76-rnd segment belt with feed tab and one drum to hold this belt. Bipod present just to rear of front sight, cleaning rod also present, snapped into position at left side of receiver. Gas block adjustment knob which would screw into right side of gas block not present. Corresponding bolt on left side of gas block is present. Marked on top cover with number “36” within triangle followed by three Chinese characters which translate to “56 Type” and SN. Safety markings also in Chinese. Bolt functions properly within receiver under proper tension. This weapon is currently on a form 5 as a DEWAT, with a plug in the chamber. The barrel appears otherwise serviceable. This weapon was captured from the 32nd Regiment of the People’s Army of Vietnam during intense fighting in the Battle of Ia Drang, which occurred at the same time as the fighting described in Gen Moore’s book We Were Soldiers. Photos of COL Mataxis, then Senior Advisor to GEN Vinh LOC, who was Commander of II Corps accompany this lot. This weapon was on display for many years at the U.S. Army War College Museum, and was also used as a display prop in the film Taps (1981) in the movie home of the General portrayed by actor George C. Scott. PROVENANCE: Personal Collection of B.G. (RET) Theo C. Mataxis, Veteran of WWII, Korea, Vietnam, & adviser to Afghanistan forces fighting against Soviet occupation during the 1980s. CONDITION: Overall finish and appearance is very good with about 60% orig finish remaining, mostly turning brown and thinning. There are areas of bare metal where charging handle contacts receiver and on high points. Also scattered pitting making this weapon look what it is, a war trophy. Wooden hand guard cracked on both sides with chips out of wood at screw points however it is still serviceable. Wooden hand grip and buttstock have some chips, bruises, gouges and handling marks but are still serviceable. Bore is chrome lined. Bolt face is very good with brown patina. Brass plate affixed to right side of buttstock indicating this weapon was a gift from Major General Vinh Loc who was Commanding General 2nd Corps, Republic of Vietnam. Plate also indicates that this weapon was captured from the 32nd PAVN REGT in November of 1965. This is a terrific specimen of a highly effective and desirable collectors item. The fact that it was presented to Theo C. Mataxis and part of his personal collection only enhances this value. 4-51966 JWK118 (20,000-25,000) – Lot 1103

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Auction: Firearms - Fall 2014

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	1103	$100,625.00	*CHINESE COPY OF SOVIET RPD BELT FED MACHINE GUN DEWAT CAPTURED NOVEMBER 1965 IN VIETNAM (C&R). SN 220840. 7.62 x 39mm. 20-1/2″ bbl. This high quality milled receiver Chinese copy of the Soviet RPD appears to have all matching numbers including the receiver, lower assembly and top cover. Includes one 76-rnd segment belt with feed tab and one drum to hold this belt. Bipod present just to rear of front sight, cleaning rod also present, snapped into position at left side of receiver. Gas block adjustment knob which would screw into right side of gas block not present. Corresponding bolt on left side of gas block is present. Marked on top cover with number “36” within triangle followed by three Chinese characters which translate to “56 Type” and SN. Safety markings also in Chinese. Bolt functions properly within receiver under proper tension. This weapon is currently on a form 5 as a DEWAT, with a plug in the chamber. The barrel appears otherwise serviceable. This weapon was captured from the 32nd Regiment of the People’s Army of Vietnam during intense fighting in the Battle of Ia Drang, which occurred at the same time as the fighting described in Gen Moore’s book We Were Soldiers. Photos of COL Mataxis, then Senior Advisor to GEN Vinh LOC, who was Commander of II Corps accompany this lot. This weapon was on display for many years at the U.S. Army War College Museum, and was also used as a display prop in the film Taps* (1981) in the movie home of the General portrayed by actor George C. Scott. PROVENANCE: Personal Collection of B.G. (RET) Theo C. Mataxis, Veteran of WWII, Korea, Vietnam, & adviser to Afghanistan forces fighting against Soviet occupation during the 1980s. CONDITION: Overall finish and appearance is very good with about 60% orig finish remaining, mostly turning brown and thinning. There are areas of bare metal where charging handle contacts receiver and on high points. Also scattered pitting making this weapon look what it is, a war trophy. Wooden hand guard cracked on both sides with chips out of wood at screw points however it is still serviceable. Wooden hand grip and buttstock have some chips, bruises, gouges and handling marks but are still serviceable. Bore is chrome lined. Bolt face is very good with brown patina. Brass plate affixed to right side of buttstock indicating this weapon was a gift from Major General Vinh Loc who was Commanding General 2nd Corps, Republic of Vietnam. Plate also indicates that this weapon was captured from the 32nd PAVN REGT in November of 1965. This is a terrific specimen of a highly effective and desirable collectors item. The fact that it was presented to Theo C. Mataxis and part of his personal collection only enhances this value. 4-51966 JWK118 (20,000-25,000) – Lot 1103 Click here to view provenance Auction: Firearms - Fall 2014 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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**CHINESE COPY OF SOVIET RPD BELT FED MACHINE GUN DEWAT CAPTURED NOVEMBER 1965 IN VIETNAM (C&R).