**FRENCH CHATELLERAULT MODEL 1924/M 29 (C&R).

SN C15380. Cal. 7.5mm French, bbl 23″. This Chatellrault is marked on right side of the receiver “MLE 1924 M 29” with SN. Additionally marked “JPL T AZ85653” which indicates this was at one time in the possession of Pat Tomlinson, a noted firearms enthusiast in Arizona. SN visible on gas tube when viewed through magazine well does not match receiver SN. Included in this lot is one 30-round magazine which fits properly in magazine well. Bipod legs retain cast brass feet and deploys properly. Tripod mounting latch and buttstock serviceable as is flip up buttplate. Leather cover still present and serviceable on cocking handle. Firing mechanism functions properly when operated by hand. This weapons appears fully functional. It is worth noting that the bolt holds open on the final shot when the magazine is in place on this arm. PROVENANCE: The class III weapons formerly on loan to Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum. CONDITION: Overall finish and appearance is fine retaining over 90% of a blue refinish on the receiver and . cylinder. Bbl assembly retains about 90% of a black enamel paint with some scratch rings on three locations. Bipod also appears to have finished steel parts as does muzzle assembly. The hardened steel retention lashes over the bbl and magazine release as well as the ejection port cover latch all have a plum appearance as is often found after refinish. Wooden forend, handgrip and buttstock have some chips, dings and handling marks but are still strong and serviceable and present a good appearance. Bore is shiny and bright with crisp rifling. Bolt could use a cleaning but is in good condition. The Chatellrault was a successful adaptation of the Browning automatic rifling principal by the French with the idea it could provide “walking fire” upon offensive maneuver. Those who have fired this machine gun will attest to its effectiveness. 4-51705 (8,000-15,000) – Lot 2020

Auction: Firearms - March 2015

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
	2020	$14,950.00	FRENCH CHATELLERAULT MODEL 1924/M 29 (C&R). SN C15380. Cal. 7.5mm French, bbl 23″. This Chatellrault is marked on right side of the receiver “MLE 1924 M 29” with SN. Additionally marked “JPL T AZ85653” which indicates this was at one time in the possession of Pat Tomlinson, a noted firearms enthusiast in Arizona. SN visible on gas tube when viewed through magazine well does not match receiver SN. Included in this lot is one 30-round magazine which fits properly in magazine well. Bipod legs retain cast brass feet and deploys properly. Tripod mounting latch and buttstock serviceable as is flip up buttplate. Leather cover still present and serviceable on cocking handle. Firing mechanism functions properly when operated by hand. This weapons appears fully functional. It is worth noting that the bolt holds open on the final shot when the magazine is in place on this arm. PROVENANCE: The class III weapons formerly on loan to Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum. CONDITION: Overall finish and appearance is fine retaining over 90% of a blue refinish on the receiver and . cylinder. Bbl assembly retains about 90% of a black enamel paint with some scratch rings on three locations. Bipod also appears to have finished steel parts as does muzzle assembly. The hardened steel retention lashes over the bbl and magazine release as well as the ejection port cover latch all have a plum appearance as is often found after refinish. Wooden forend, handgrip and buttstock have some chips, dings and handling marks but are still strong and serviceable and present a good appearance. Bore is shiny and bright with crisp rifling. Bolt could use a cleaning but is in good condition. The Chatellrault was a successful adaptation of the Browning automatic rifling principal by the French with the idea it could provide “walking fire” upon offensive maneuver. Those who have fired this machine gun will attest to its effectiveness. 4-51705 (8,000-15,000) – Lot 2020 Auction: Firearms - March 2015 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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**FRENCH CHATELLERAULT MODEL 1924/M 29 (C&R).