**BROWNING 1918A2 B.A.R. MACHINE GUN BY GROUP INDUSTRIES (FULLY TRANSFERABLE).

SN 00050. Cal. 30-06. 24″ bbl. Early production Group Industries M1918A2 B.A.R. with HSA bbl dated 1-54, complete with bipod, third and best style gas regulator nut, web sling, and one 20 rnd mag. Correct carrying handle and composite buttstock with flip-up buttplate. This full auto only with selector for firing both fast and slow automatic fire, is attractive for collectors who may reside in “No select fire gun” states. This particular specimen exhibits a welded receiver crack repair on both sides of receiver. The Browning automatic rifle was the American culmination of the tactical paradigm conceived during WWI to provide “walking” fire on the offensive. Military planners and tacticians of WWI came to the conclusion that which ever side was able to exploit breakthroughs the best would eventually prevail. The B.A.R., although it did not reach Europe in sufficient numbers before the end of the war, was a design with this in mind. Theses guns today are particular favorites at the recreational firing line. Their design and availability of mags, parts, and ammunition make them highly sought after. Firing mechanism moves smoothly when operated by hand, this weapon appears fully functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This weapon is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or form 4. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish near excellent upon re-manufacture with some dark discoloration to the gray blued finish on the bbl, with noticeable weld repair on the receiver 2″ long parallel to the bore line on the left and 3-3/4″ parallel to the bore line on the right. Bore has some wear to the lands with some darkness in the grooves. Forend wood has some light handling marks and composite buttstock is in near excellent condition. This gun shows evidence of having been fired, and there is little doubt it will find a good home. 51384-2 JWK709 (18,000-25,000) – Lot 1692

Auction: Firearms - April 2017

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
	1692	$21,275.00	BROWNING 1918A2 B.A.R. MACHINE GUN BY GROUP INDUSTRIES (FULLY TRANSFERABLE). SN 00050. Cal. 30-06. 24″ bbl. Early production Group Industries M1918A2 B.A.R. with HSA bbl dated 1-54, complete with bipod, third and best style gas regulator nut, web sling, and one 20 rnd mag. Correct carrying handle and composite buttstock with flip-up buttplate. This full auto only with selector for firing both fast and slow automatic fire, is attractive for collectors who may reside in “No select fire gun” states. This particular specimen exhibits a welded receiver crack repair on both sides of receiver. The Browning automatic rifle was the American culmination of the tactical paradigm conceived during WWI to provide “walking” fire on the offensive. Military planners and tacticians of WWI came to the conclusion that which ever side was able to exploit breakthroughs the best would eventually prevail. The B.A.R., although it did not reach Europe in sufficient numbers before the end of the war, was a design with this in mind. Theses guns today are particular favorites at the recreational firing line. Their design and availability of mags, parts, and ammunition make them highly sought after. Firing mechanism moves smoothly when operated by hand, this weapon appears fully functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This weapon is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or form 4. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish near excellent upon re-manufacture with some dark discoloration to the gray blued finish on the bbl, with noticeable weld repair on the receiver 2″ long parallel to the bore line on the left and 3-3/4″ parallel to the bore line on the right. Bore has some wear to the lands with some darkness in the grooves. Forend wood has some light handling marks and composite buttstock is in near excellent condition. This gun shows evidence of having been fired, and there is little doubt it will find a good home. 51384-2 JWK709 (18,000-25,000) – Lot 1692 Auction: Firearms - April 2017 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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**BROWNING 1918A2 B.A.R. MACHINE GUN BY GROUP INDUSTRIES (FULLY TRANSFERABLE).