**1917 A1 WATER COOLED MACHINE GUN.

**1917 A1 WATER COOLED MACHINE GUN. SN 309129. Cal. .30-06. Originally manufactured by Rock Island Arsenal, and remanufactured by Douglas L. Oefinger of Stanford Connecticut. This fantastic example of the M1917A1 is extremely complete in both condition and accessories. The gun sits atop of a standard 1917A1 tripod for the Browning .30 cal water cooled machine gun. Includes conical gray parkerized flash hider, U.S. military issue front anti-aircraft sight, metal condensation can, black rubber condensation hose, and U.S. WWII army issue case for condensing tube. Also includes khaki canvas cover for tripod. PROVENANCE: Stern Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Mechanism functions smooth when cycled by hand. Light rust on water jacket towards rear at 7 o’ clock position. Receiver finish is uniform and full. Tripod is painted green and functions smooth. 4-34580 JZ61 (22,000-26,000)

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2008

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
	8	$23,000.00	1917 A1 WATER COOLED MACHINE GUN. SN 309129. Cal. .30-06. Originally manufactured by Rock Island Arsenal, and remanufactured by Douglas L. Oefinger of Stanford Connecticut. This fantastic example of the M1917A1 is extremely complete in both condition and accessories. The gun sits atop of a standard 1917A1 tripod for the Browning .30 cal water cooled machine gun. Includes conical gray parkerized flash hider, U.S. military issue front anti-aircraft sight, metal condensation can, black rubber condensation hose, and U.S. WWII army issue case for condensing tube. Also includes khaki canvas cover for tripod. PROVENANCE: Stern Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Mechanism functions smooth when cycled by hand. Light rust on water jacket towards rear at 7 o’ clock position. Receiver finish is uniform and full. Tripod is painted green and functions smooth. 4-34580 JZ61 (22,000-26,000) Auction: Firearms - Spring 2008 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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