Fall 2017 Extraordinary Firearms Auction Grosses Over $15.1 Million
Auction: October 31, November 1 & 2, 2017: 10am
Preview: October 30, 2017: 9am - 7pm and October 31: 7am - 10am | November 1 & 2: 8am - 10am
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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**RAMO SIDEPLATE BROWNING MODEL 1919A4 MACHINE GUN ON TRIPOD WITH NUMEROUS ACCESSORIES (FULLY TRANSFERABLE).
SN 800113. Cal. .30-06. 25″ bbl. This is a great shooters set up for the classic Browning air cooled machine gun, which served through WWII, Korea and Vietnam. In addition to the gun itself, which currently has an after market spade backplate and “7.62” marked bolt, there is an orig backplate with hand grip with clip at base, detachable shoulder stock and bipod to convert this to gun 1919A6 configuration. There is a traverse and elevation mechanism with a special bracket so that this can mount on the traditional M3 tripod, however, currently this gun is on a Colt commercial tripod with a reproduction brass Colt identification plate on the center leg. An anti-aircraft extension post for the US tripod, reproduction ammo can hanger box, and GI ammo can are also included as is a desirable Model of 1918 Browning belt filling machine, and a “TNW” Automatic Linking Machine. There are approximately 300 disintegrating links in extremely fine condition in a plastic bag and twelve cloth belts also included. Spare parts include two chrome-lined 1919A4 bbls, three 1919A4 lock frame springs, three 1919A4 lock frame trigger pins, two 1919A4 top cover springs, two 1919A4 bolt drive springs, three 1919A4 sear springs, three 1919A4 bolt firing pins and two 1919A4 extractor assemblies. There is a GI broken case extractor and a post-type anti-aircraft spider sight in a leather pouch, and blank firing adapter. There is also a combination tool and US GI web rifle case. One field manual 23-55, dated 1965 and technical manual 9-1005-212-25 dated June 1969 are included as well as a reprint of the Ordnance Manual TM9-1205 from 1944. As a neat bonus, these parts and accessories come in a US GI WWII footlocker, originally manufactured in 1942. 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 4. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is extremely fine as re-finished upon re-manufacture with hard composition carrying and spade handles. Gun mechanics are crisp. Parts are un-serialized. Firing mechanism functions smoothly when operated by hand. Bore is extremely fine, shiny and bright as are bores in 308 bbls. Parts and loading machine are likewise very fine and appear serviceable. Tripod has been repainted. Belts all appear to be in very fine serviceable condition. Footlocker is in good condition with some brassing to the corners and cracks to the plywood. The Browning air cooled machine gun is one of the best belt-fed recreational shooting platforms available, rugged and reliable. With spare parts, belts and ammunition available, it makes a shooting enthusiasts ideal “first” belt-fed machine gun as well as a model the advanced enthusiast takes to the range over and over. 51998-1 JWK (15,000-22,000) – Lot 2081
**MINT SINCE RE-MANUFACTURE RAMO BROWNING M-37 MACHINE GUN ON TRIPOD (FULLY TRANSFERABLE).
SN 800052. Cal. .308. 24″ bbl. Minty Browning Model 37 machine gun on Ramo registered side plate. Complete as configured for armor use with M-37 charging handle. Bolt equipped for conversion to right or left hand feed. Gun currently in .308 with one spare .308 and one spare .30-06 bbl. On Evans Prod Co. tripod. 30M2. Correct ambidextrous latch top cover. Receiver SN is the only SN. Stock numbers on some other parts. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval for transfer. This item is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or 4. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is extremely fine, near mint upon re-manufacture with nearly all of its gray Parkerized finished to include tripod, with the exception that the tripod has a couple of brown stains near the feet. Mechanics are crisp to include T & E mechanism. Bores on .308 bbls extremely fine, shiny and bright, one of which retains its orig cardboard anti-corrosion insert. The .30-06 bbl has strong rifling with uncleaned bore. The M-37 is one of the most interesting of the Browning air cooled machine gun variations with its provision for ambidextrous feed, push button safety and center line cocking hammer. It is a popular collectors variation which retains all of the best features for firing at the range. 52619-53 JWK (12,000-18,000) – Lot 2082
**EXCEEDINGLY RARE AND HIGHLY DESIRABLE CADILLAC GAGE STONER MODEL 63 LIGHT MACHINE GUN (C&R).
SN 001417. 5.56 mm. 21-1/2″ bbl with flash hider. This is one of the very few ORIGINAL Curio & Relic eligible Cadillac Gage manufactured Stoner Model 63 belt-fed Light Machine Guns in the National Firearms Act registry registered as fully transferable for private ownership. This all orig gun is marked on bottom of receiver “STONER 63.223 CAL.” / “MFG BY CADILLAC GAGE COMPANY” / “WARREN,MICH. U.S.A. PAT. PEND.” Also the Stoner logo at left of markings. External serial number is the only visible SN. The nucleus of the Stoner 63 system is the receiver which is a rectangular sheet metal pressing. The gas cylinder, support structures, brackets, lugs and other devices are welded in place. The front portion carries the piston and barrel and is perforated to reduce weight and improve air circulation around the barrel and gas cylinder. Special slotted forearm with a bottom cocking handle. Poly-carbonate stock and pistol grip. Metal surfaces are phosphate finished. The LMG configuration fires from an open bolt and is fed from the right-hand side by linked ammunition. The belt is normally contained in a 150-round plastic ribbed container that has a tab allowing it to be clipped on to the side of the left-hand feed tray. Early ammunition boxes were olive drab in color. The receiver is inverted, so that spent cases and links are ejected to the left. The LMG has a quick-change barrel and the gas cylinder is positioned below the barrel since the receiver is inverted. The LMG configuration was adopted for military use by Navy SEAL units operating in Southeast Asia.
Eugene Stoner, one of designers of M16 rifle, left ArmaLite in about 1961 and joined the Cadillac Gage Corp. There he began development of an entirely new weapon system. It was probably the first truly modular system,that consisted of about fifteen sub-assemblies which could be assembled in any configuration, from an assault rifle and short carbine up to a lightweight or even a general purpose machine gun. First prototypes, chambered for 7.62mm NATO ammunition, appeared in 1962, known as Stoner 62. Just a year later Stoner turned out a new system, chambered for 5.56mm US service round, and known as Stoner 63. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This item is fully transferable on an ATF Form 3 or Form 4 as Curio & Relic eligible. PROVENANCE: Ex-The class III weapons formerly on loan to Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum. CONDITION: Overall finish and appearance is near excellent with over 95% orig smooth gray finish thinning at 2″ intervals on bbl protective shroud. Also some small scuff marks and handling marks to hand grip and buttstock. Top cover also has some small scratches. Feed tray retains about 60% of its orig finish with finish thinning in the feedway. Bore is extremely fine, shiny, bright and clean with strong rifling. Bolt face is excellent. Very few Orig C & R eligible Stoner guns made it into the registry as fully transferable, and these almost never surface for public sale. This is an outstanding opportunity for either the private collector or a museum to acquire an example of this landmark design in the history of U.S. military firearms development. 52759-3 (50,000-80,000) C&R – Lot 2083
**OUTSTANDING MAREMONT M60 MACHINE GUN AS REGISTERED BY CHASAN CORP (FULLY TRANSFERABLE).
SN 001. Cal. .308. 24-3/4″ bbl. Classic high quality M60 machine gun marked on top of trunnion with typical “SACO-LOWELL NE DIV / MAREMONT CORP.” markings with factory weld reinforcement to trunnion on both sides. Receiver marked “MFG. BY / CHASAN CORP / S.P.B.FL” with SN, model and cal markings. Through and through of the highest quality standards of manufacturing, receiver number the only visible SN. This M60 includes 1 spare bbl assembly and 1 spare top cover assembly. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval for transfer. This item is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or 4. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is extremely fine with nearly all the orig smooth gray finish present, with black enamel painted top cover. Some wear to the finish in the feed way indicating this gun has been fired but yet is scrupulously well maintained with some slight scratches and loss of finish to the enamel of top cover and with some slight evidence of pin prick oxidation on the feed ramp, none of which detracts at all from the exceedingly handsome appearance of this classic American machine gun. Mechanics are crisp. Bore of both bbls very fine shiny and bright. Pretty difficult to upgrade this specimen, especially with its near mint seemingly not issued top cover. 52619-10 JWK (25,000-35,000) – Lot 2084
**ROCK ISLAND ARMORY M60 MACHINE GUN (FULLY TRANSFERABLE).
SN 10171. Cal. .308. 24-3/4″ bbl. Rock Island Armory M60 marked as such on left side of receiver with model and cal markings on underside of receiver. Typical factory welding reinforcement on both sides of trunnion. Typical stock numbers on various parts. Receiver number is solitary visible SN. Includes 1 spare bbl assembly. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval for transfer. This item is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or 4. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is extremely fine with nearly all of its orig smooth gray/green finish with some nicks and dings to the top cover. Feed way shows very little evidence of use. Composite butt shows some light handling marks. Forearm is near pristine with cut-out for mounting. Bore is extremely fine, brilliant and bright. Spare bbl appears unfired. The M60 machine gun was long a staple of American forces world wide and is a premium machine gun, highly sought after by collectors and shooters alike. 52619-12 JWK (25,000-35,000) – Lot 2085
**INCREDIBLY RARE COLT M231 PORT FIRING U.S. PROPERTY MARKED MACHINE GUN (FULLY TRANSFERABLE).
SN F031771. Cal. .223. 16″ bbl. Near mint and exceedingly scarce port firing version of the M-16, the M231 is full auto only with no provision for sights, with a threaded boss at the forward edge of the hand guard to be screwed into a vehicular port on the Bradley armored fighting vehicle. The operator would screw this into a port, attach a shoulder attachment with wire and essentially use it to spray would be assailants. Marked with Colt logo and “PROPERTY OF U.S. GOVERNMENT”. This weapon has a unique plate on the left side of the receiver so that the selector will only rotate between safe and auto. No mag present. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval for transfer. This item is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or 4. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish near mint, extremely fine gray orig finish on all metal parts with hard composite hand guard and hand grip. Mechanics are crisp. Bore is extremely fine, shiny and bright. An exceedingly rare fully transferable variation of the Colt M-16. 52608-1 JWK (29,000-40,000) – Lot 2086
SN SP01426. Cal. .22 LR. 22″ bbl. Unusual early Colt AR-15 made into a full-auto with painted grey upper receiver and scalloped out markings below Rampant Colt logo with non-factory SN applied upon registration. Rear most selector indication “FULL” has also been inexpertly removed with some kind of a tool. Buttstock with early “rounded” butt configuration and hand grip of the earlier brown Bakelite type composition dark brown/black. Triangular hand guards also of the earlier black composition. Bbl is marked “CHROME BORE”. Upper is marked at rear above charging handle “4 / 486” with “382” in electropencil on top from of carrying handle. Currently installed .22 sub-caliber unit. .223 bolt assembly present. Parts are un-serialized. 10 .22 cal after market magazines included. Part of an estate offering. 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 4. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is very good with blemishes noted above to lower receiver. Loss of grey enamel paint at high edges and also some chipping of grey paint on hand guard retention ring and left side of lower receiver. Composite parts show some handling marks, but this rifle remains completely serviceable. Mechanics need attention with some looseness to the front hinge pin when upper is swiveled downward. Brilliant bright bore. A nice offering with its .22 conversion included. Although clearly a modified lower assembly, this was amnesty registered and a redacted copy of this original amnesty form is included as provenance with this gun. Very rare and unusual early specimen! 52520-11 JWK (18,000-28,000) – Lot 2087
**SOLDIER’S DREAM SET-UP, COLT M-16A1 MACHINE GUN WITH COLT M-203 40MM GRENADE LAUNCHER WITH ADDITIONAL AWC SYSTEMS PROJECT C SUPPRESSOR (FULLY TRANSFERABLE).
1) COLT M16A1. SN 9541533. Cal. .223. 21-1/4″ bbl. The ideal modern military enthusiast set-up with a Colt M-16A1 machine gun set-up with a Colt M203 40mm grenade launcher (Functional Destructive Device), and a screw on AWC Systems Project C suppressor. Also included is a pair of US GI style triangular hand guards, an M81 bayonet, one 30 rnd mag, and 125 each 40mm grenade launcher practice M78A1 projectiles still sealed in their original packaging. 100 of the projectiles are in a sealed wooden crate, and 25 of the projectiles are in their sealed foil packaging. Receiver SN is the only visible SN on M-16. M-16 is currently fitted with grenade launcher sights as well as grenade launcher tube along with bird cage flash hider. Project C suppressor is a third NFA item in this lot. The machine gun, destructive device and suppressor will each require a transfer tax if transferred on a form 4. These are National Firearms Act items and require BATF approval for transfer. These items are fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or 4. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish of M16A1 is extremely fine retaining nearly all of its gray Parkerized finish with some slight loss of finish at the high edge and screw of the grenade launcher front sight protective ears. Composite buttstock and hand grip also extremely fine and in virtually mint condition. Grenade launcher rear sight extremely fine. Hand guards on rifle exhibit some handling marks and scuffs as typically found. Triangular spare hand guards extremely fine. Mechanics are crisp. Very fine brilliant bright bore. NFA 2) COLT M203. SN 93624. Cal. 40mm. 12″ bbl. Marked with Colt rampant logo, SN and “USA”, in typical configuration with rectangular hand guards attached to Colt M-16A1, SN 9541533. Part number visible on right side. External SN on receiver of tube is only visible SN. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is very fine on tube and fine on receiver with some brassing and loss of finish at high points. Mechanics are fine. Bore shows some chalky whiteness but otherwise very fine. Practice cartridges include 100 in a sealed wooden crate. NFA3) PROJECT C SUPPRESSOR. SN R0737. AWC Systems Technology Project C suppressor. Overall length is 8-1/2″, with typical AWC logo and markings. External SN is the only visible SN. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is extremely fine with some slight green verdigris visible looking inside the muzzle. ; NFA 52626-1, 52626-2, 52626-3 JWK (23,000-35,000) – Lot 2088
SN 9533800. Cal. 5.56mm. 21-1/2″ bbl. Very straight forward example of the commercially marketed Colt M16A1 machine gun, easily spotted by the SN range triangular style hand guards and contemporary screw-on birdcage flash hider. Includes one Adventureline 30 rnd magazine. Typical Rampant Colt markings and Colt address on left side of receiver. Top of bbl marked “CHROME BORE”. 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 4. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish very fine with nearly all of the orig factory finish with some very slight loss at the high edges and wear at the point where the charging handle rides in its slot. Composite furniture also shows some light handling marks. Mechanics are crisp. Brilliant bright bore. Flash hider a screw-on replacement. As American as apple pie, these are one of the finest machine guns you can bring to the range. Handy, accurate, and fun to shoot. The condition of this specimen is absolutely fantastic. 52501-3 JWK (20,000-25,000) – Lot 2089
**HIGHLY SOUGHT AND COLLECTIBLE REISING MODEL 55 MACHINE GUN (C & R).
SN 52313. Cal. .45 ACP. 10-1/2″ bbl. Very nice hard to find Reising Model 55 so marked on top of receiver. Folding shoulder loop employs properly. This gun includes 1 orig lift-the-dot web sling, and 1 orig Reising 25 rnd mag. Receiver SN is the only visible SN. The Reising machine guns were issued as an alternative to the Thompson, when the Thompsons were in short supply. A number of the Reisings saw service in the Pacific and also in Italy during WWII. The compact folding loop version would have been intended for situations such as paratrooper or armored vehicle use. Firing from a closed bolt, the Reising is less disconcerting than the Thompson when squeezing off the first shot. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval for transfer. This item is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or 4 as Curio & Relic eligible. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is very fine, deep lustrous orig finish thinning along top of receiver with some scattered light pitting. Wood is fine with some light dings and handling marks. Sling is getting soft and starting to fray at the sling swivels yet remains serviceable. Mechanics are crisp. Brilliant, bright, very fine bore. The Reising Model 55 is much more seldom encountered than is the full stock version Model 50. 52618-4 JWK (5,500-11,500) C&R – Lot 2090
**CLASSIC MILITARY STYLE HARRINGTON & RICHARDSON RISING MODEL 50 MACHINE GUN (C & R).
SN 66675. Cal. .45 ACP. 14″ bbl with flash hider and 14 cooling fins. Straight forward Parkerized finish specimen of the Rising M50 machine gun. This Machine gun fires from a closed bolt and is a select fire with typical “SAFE,SA,FA” markings on right side of receiver. Smooth sided mag housing allows this machine gun to accept both 25 rnd smooth sided mags and the corrugated 12 rnd mags. The orig 12 rnd mags were a measure to conserve ammunition! One 12 and two 25 rnd mags are included. External SN is the only visible SN. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval for transfer. This item is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or 4 as Curio & Relic eligible. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is extremely fine arsenal applied gray Parkerized refinish with some pitting discernible under the finish on the bbl just to the rear of the cooling fins, with three small nicks visible right at the top forward edge of the receiver. Mag housing, trigger guard, and sling swivels rate good having turned a smooth gray/brown patina. Buttplate rates fine with orig blued finish with some nicks and light pitting. Mechanics are fine. Bore is very fine, shiny, and bright. Completely solid and serviceable stock is very good with numerous dings, chips and handling marks. 25 rnd mags are in very fine condition with a deep lustrous blue finish, with the 12 rnd mag being Parkerized gray and marked New England “NE-7”. A fine entry level machine gun for the WWII military enthusiast. 52619-24 JWK (4,500-6,500) C&R – Lot 2091
**HARRINGTON & RICHARDSON T-38 U.S. PROPERTY MARKED SURVIVAL RIFLE. (AOW).
SN 683. Cal. .22 Hornet. Bbl length 14″. Typical specimen of a telescoping stock U,S. Survival rifle with Lyman peep sight at rear of receiver. Original 5-round box magazine. Marked with typical Harrington & Richardson address on top of receiver with model identification markings on left side of lower receiver. External SN’s do not match between receiver and bbl, which is No. 46946. No wood of any kind on this bolt-action rifle, which is very simple in its design with a slightly swept back bolt & spring-loaded shoulder loop catch. One retaining screw for rear sight not present. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This item is fully transferable on a form 3 or 4 as Curio & Relic eligible, as an “Any Other Weapon” requiring a $5 tax stamp when transferred on an ATF Form 4. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is good, with about 80% original finish remaining, turning to a brown patina, particularly on the telescoping shoulder loop. There are also some areas of light corosion, which should clean up. There is some loss of finish where the bbl was gripped with some kind of a tool about 2″ forward of the receiver. Mechanics are fine. Bore is fine, bright and shiny. These Survival rifles were simple and reliable and make an interesting addition to any U.S. Military collection. 52520-12 JWK (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 2092
**ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC DOCUMENTED USAF OFFICER AMNESTY REGISTERED VIETNAM BRINGBACK CHINESE TYPE 56 (AK-47) MACHINE GUN, WITH SIGNED AND NOTARIZED HISTORY (C & R).
SN 8415813. Cal. 7.62 x 39mm. 16-3/8″ bbl. Amnesty registered Curio & Relic eligible Chinese type 56 machine gun with two slings, bayonet, and two 30 rnd mags as well as signed and notarized history from U.S. Airforce pilot who acquired this gun during his combat tour in Viet Nam, and subsequently registered it during the Amnesty of 1968. The orig Amnesty registration form is included with this lot which indicates he acquired this gun in August of 1966 when this rifle was only 2 yrs old. Provenance states in part that he traded a wrist watch for this machine gun to an RVN Major who wanted the watch for a present for his girlfriend. In a classic understatement he goes on to state “It made a nice trade”. In every way a stellar specimen of its kind, the gun was made in Chinese factory 56 as indicated by receiver markings as well as safety markings. Visible external SNs match and removable of top dust cover reveals bolt and spring guide also match. Orig cleaning kit in buttstock. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval for transfer. This item is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or 4 as Curio & Relic eligible. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is very fine orig blued finish turning a pleasing gray patina with a few faint spots of brown patina on left side of receiver. Right side retains extremely fine deep lustrous finish with a strike to the selector lever 1-1/2″ to the rear of the safety markings which although perceptible is not noticeable except on very close inspection and did not damage the receiver or retaining pin in any way. Mechanics are crisp. Chrome lined bore is brilliant, bright and shiny. Both included slings, are completely serviceable, one of which has a bullet hole through both straps sides with blood staining which truly illustrates the battle history of this gun. Bayonet is extremely fine, near mint. As true and authentic as these rifles can ever be, the condition is just fantastic with wear pattern to the inside of the forward sling swivel and one can even see the ghost of the orig slings crosshatching on the receiver at the rear sling swivel point. This gun cries out “I was there, and I was carried”. This machine gun combines the best of the best elements, great orig condition, great shootable design, Amnesty registered, Curio & Relic, and documented and notarized Historical provenance. 52626-13 JWK (70,000-100,000) C&R – Lot 2093
**ORIGINAL VET BRING BACK UNDERFOLD BAYONET CHINESE TYPE 56 MACHINE GUN (C&R).
SN 12126862. Cal. 7.62x39mm. 16-1/4″ bbl. Orig as brought back condition Chinese Type 56 machine gun with orig web sling as manufactured by “Factory 66” and so marked on left side of receiver. This specimen incorporates all wood furniture and under-folding bayonet and includes in addition to the sling one orig 30 rnd steel magazine with loop at floorplate. Top cover is SN “7185”. Piston is “7289” which matches bolt. The early Chinese Type 56 machine guns are among the most reliable of all machine guns in the world and are also acknowledged as one of the most popular collector’s machine guns. 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 4 as Curio & Relic eligible. CONDITION: Overall finish and appearance is fine with orig finish turning a grey/brown with scattered areas of pinprick corrosion on metal parts with exception of the bayonet blade and bolt which are white. Wood, although it has handling marks, some wear and scratches, is yet very strong and serviceable. Sling also remains very strong and serviceable. Mechanics are very fine. Firing mechanism functions smoothly when operated by hand. Bore is very fine, shiny and bright, as is bolt face. A fine representative orig specimen of the milled steel receiver Chinese Type 56 (AK47) machine gun. 52441-1 JWK (30,000-50,000) C&R – Lot 2094
**EYE CATCHING VIETNAM BRING-BACK CHINESE TYPE 56 (AK-47) MACHINE GUN WITH PROVENANCE(C & R).
SN 9472671. Cal. 7.62 x 39mm. 16-1/2″ bbl. Very clean Chinese Type 56 machine gun, Amnesty registered Vietnam bring-back with included original amnesty registration Form 4467 (W/orig envelope from BATF) and original hand written provenance from the Veteran who registered the gun. The Veteran from D Troop, 1st Cav Division states in his signed note (signature on note matches the signature on the amnesty registration form)that he “got the AK 47… the day after Christmas right after a cease fire (1966)”. Gun also includes orig Chinese marked sling, an orig cleaning kit in the butt trap, an orig bayonet in scabbard, and two steel ribbed 30 rnd mags. Factory 66 markings on left side of receiver with Chinese selector markings. This particular specimen was manufactured in 1965. External SNs match, as do bolt, spring guide and action cover. Action is extremely smooth and clean. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval for transfer. This item is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or 4 as Curio & Relic eligible. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is extremely fine lustrous blue refinish with tiny pin prick pitting barely discernible at left side of sight base and a couple spots on the bbl, receiver, and selector lever. Red stained Wood has been sanded and refinished. Rear sling swivel slightly loose yet completely serviceable. Bayonet is extremely fine orig blue finish with reddish tint to the wooden grips. Mag finish very fine with some slight pitting. Sling is extremely fine, strong and serviceable. Mechanics are crisp. Extremely fine, brilliant, bright chrome line bore. Very attractive looking Vietnam bring-back gun in outstanding clean condition with great provenance and original amnesty registration will make for an eye popping attention getter on display or at the range. 52653-2 JWK (30,000-40,000) C&R – Lot 2095
**HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER CHINESE TYPE 56 (AK-47) MACHINE GUN (C&R).
SN 8416449. Cal. 7.62 x 39mm. 16-1/2″ bbl. This very attractive looking type 56 machine gun was made at factory “66” as indicated by markings on left side of receiver. Safe and Fire markings are in Chinese, forward edge of receiver marked “K A B”. Bolt and carrier match receiver SN, top cover does not match. Includes 1 orig steel mag with retaining loop at floorplate. The Chinese type 56 was the mainstay of the Viet Cong forces during the Viet Nam War and exceedingly reliable and effective. This gun’s historical provenance makes this a particularly interesting specimen for collectors. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval for transfer. This item is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or 4 as Curio & Relic eligible. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is very fine, as refinished over noticeable moderate pitting confined to left and right sides of receiver in vicinity of markings on each side. Scattered light pitting visible under finish of top cover and other areas. Wood is in fine condition with an attractive reddish hue. Bore is brilliant, shiny, and bright. Mechanics are fine with an extremely smooth action. This is a very attractive looking bring back gun which will no doubt please it’s new owner. Great piece of history here. 52541-1 JWK (25,000-35,000) C&R – Lot 2096
**S & H ARMS CONVERTED ROMANIAN AK-47 (AKM) MACHINE GUN (FULLY TRANSFERABLE).
SN 2302/406027. Cal. 7.62 x 39mm. 16-3/8″ bbl. S & H registered 1967 vintage Romanian folding stock AK-47 machine gun with visible external SNs matching and bolt & spring guide match as well. Wooden forend and hand guard with attractive brown composite hand grip and stamped under folding shoulder loop. This gun includes two rib steel 30 rnd mags and one multi-purpose bayonet in scabbard. The AK-47 platform is the most numerous of the assault rifles in the world today and draws top marks for endurance, reliability, and is one of the most sought after models in machine guns. The folding stock model such as this is particularly attractive for the enthusiast who wants a compact machine gun for ease of transport. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval for transfer. This item is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or 4. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is extremely fine, enamel hard coat refinish upon re-manufacture with bolt starting to thin to a pleasing blue/gray patina with somewhat more loss of finish to the charging handle. Mechanics are crisp. Extremely fine, bright, brilliant bore. Mags and bayonet are in condition commensurate with the rest of this firearm. Whether you are a shooting enthusiast or collector of fine classic machine gun designs, this gun is certain to be of interest. 52626-11 JWK (20,000-30,000) – Lot 2097
**RARE ST. ETIENNE MACHINE GUN M1907 CAL. 8MM (C&R).
SN 932. Cal. 8mm Lebel. Mfg. in France by Mitrailleuse Chatellerault, 1910. 31″ bbl. Complete with orig omnibus high-mount with adjustable elevation mechanism and rear seat. Brass rear pistol grip and brass block in elevation mechanism of tripod. This gun includes the exceedingly rare armored muzzle, often referred to as the “Cowcatcher”. External SN’s match. Left side receiver bracket not present. Action is very stiff. Tripod mounting appears to be in good working order. This gun is also accompanied by one 25 round feed strip. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval for transfer. This item is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or 4 as Curio & Relic eligible. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish good with an even brown patina over light pitting throughout, pleasing patina on bronze and brass parts. Significant pitting on the outside of bbl. Recoil spring is clean and in fine condition. Bolt lines are crisp, face in good condition though shows some signs of going dark. Mechanics are functional. Bore is very good with strong rifling. Tripod retains about 30% of gray paint over red oxide primer, remainder showing a brown patina, Tripod Adjustments are stiff, but traverse smoothly and seems to be fully functional. Overall, though the exterior of this gun shows some use and exposure to the weather, the internals and the bbl seem to be in fine condition. A good example of a very interestingly designed WWI Machine gun. It is as if someone were to say to Rube Goldberg, “I want you to design a Machine gun that performs like a Hotchkiss but is not infringing on the patents of the Hotchkiss. 52517-1 JWK (18,000-28,000) C&R – Lot 2098
**EXCEEDINGLY RARE GERMAN WWII FULLY TRANSFERABLE MG-15 MACHINE GUN WITH ACCESSORIES (C&R).
SN 61917-42. Cal. 8mm. 24/38″bbl. This exceedingly fine German MG-15 machine gun was manufactured by “fzs” (Heinrich Krieghoff) and includes in addition to the orig shoulder attachment with leather sling, an orig 75 rnd saddle drum, bipod assembly, anti-aircraft front and rear sights “football style” brass catching bag and Portuguese “music stand” AA tripod complete with rare orig turnbuckle at base. External SNs match. 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 4 as Curio & Relic eligible. CONDITION: Overall finish and appearance of gun very fine with some chips to the orig black enamel finish. Shoulder attachment also very fine with attractive red Bakelite hand grip extremely fine. Shoulder attachment leather very fine and serviceable. Accessories to include tripod also very fine with orig finish and paint. Mechanics are crisp. Bore is extremely fine, bright and shiny. Bolt face very fine. The MG-15 rarely surfaces as a fully transferable gun. This specimen with its especially nice accessories is the finest ensemble of this model this cataloger has ever encountered. 52168-2 JWK (18,000-25,000) C&R – Lot 2099
INCREDIBLY RARE WWII GERMAN “AMMO BOX” ARMORERS FIELD KIT IN ISSUE CONDITION.
Absolutely finest possible condition WWII German Armorers kit in “ammo can” with eagle proof dated “1938” and in orig paint. Kit includes handles, files, pliers, calipers, spanner for MG-34, adjustable wrench as manufactured by Mauser, as well as punches, portable vise and broken shell extractor. These kits occasionally surface but are never found in as complete nor as mint a condition as this specimen. CONDITION: Extremely fine throughout with little or no apparent use. Metal tools retain a light coating of preservative oil with orig paint flaking at some of the high points, but otherwise just about as nice as can be possibly found. An absolutely tremendous find for the German machine gun enthusiast. 52168-6 JWK (2,000-2,500) – Lot 2100
**OUTSTANDING NEAR MATCHING MAUSER MFG GERMAN MG-34 MACHINE GUN (C & R).
SN 8579B. Cal. 8mm. 24″ bbl. Beautiful orig MG-34 with receiver buffer, stock and hardware, as well as shroud all matching. Bbl is unnumbered post war Israeli chrome lined. Bi-pod is Nazi proofed, unnumbered. Top cover NO. 8722. Feed tray NO. 8658B. Receiver marked WaA 26, indicating Mauser MFG, with many other parts marked as mfg by Mauser, as is shroud which is marked S/243 and dated 1940. Includes two additional Israeli bbls, and 3 assault drum carriers with a total of six 50 rnd assault drums, with 4 belt segments. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval for transfer. This item is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or 4 as Curio & Relic eligible. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is extremely fine as refinished with a lustrous blue on all except top cover and feed tray which retain more of a gray/green finish. Faithful quality refinish difficult to discern from orig with some tiny areas of pin prick oxidation visible on close examination on underside of shroud with “ghost” of last 2 digits of SN in electropencil on a couple of small parts, such as shroud retention latch. Buffer has not been refinished. Wooden butt has a 2-3/4″ crack on left side parallel to bore line which would be a straight forward repair. Spare bbls extremely fine with bright bores. Drums and carriers very fine with over 95% dark green paint coverage with some scattered areas of corrosion. Mechanics are crisp. Bore is very fine, bright and brilliant. MG-34s seldom are found as matching as this one. This particular specimens action is very smooth and with it’s spares will make a fine addition to any WWII collection. 52619-67 JWK (18,000-25,000) C&R – Lot 2101
**OUTSTANDING ICONIC ORIG GERMAN WWII MG-42 MACHINE GUN WITH TRIPOD (C&R).
SN 3566g. Cal. 8mm. 21-1/4″ bbl. This MG-42 was manufactured by “cra” (Maget) in late-1943 and has an un-numbered top cover manufactured by “cof” (Carl Eickhorn) with the shroud manufactured by “bpr” (Grossfuss). Bbl is un-numbered. Nazi marked and manufactured by “dfb” (Gustloff). Feed tray is numbered on left side “3566 g”. Wire reinforced wooden buttstock is also Nazi eagle proofed and marked “hvn 44” (Einsaler Walzerke). Accessories include a post-war Lafette tripod marked “PRVA PETOLETKA” with an AA post and fork. External SNs match. 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 4 as Curio & Relic eligible. CONDITION: Overall finish and appearance is very fine. Combination of refinished and un-refinished parts. Bolt is in the white with some old brown patina on the bolt body. Mechanics are fine. Bore is very fine, shiny and bright. Hand grip assembly is very fine and does not appear to be re-finished. Wooden buttstock has several noticeable chips out of the wood forward of the wire reinforcement with an arrested 2″ crack running parallel to the bore line on the left side. This in no way affects serviceability. Muzzle cup exhibits green verdigris which is common. Attachment point for Lafette on shroud exhibits some brassing and green paint from being mounted on Tripod. Included Lafette tripod, and AA post exhibit very fine European green re-paint. The MG-42 is one of the most sought after of the German WWII machine guns and this is an exceedingly fine specimen of its kind. 52168-4 JWK (35,000-45,000) C&R – Lot 2102
**TRULY STUNNING GERMAN WWII WAFFENWERKE BRUNN ZB-26 MACHINE GUN (C&R).
SN 0534. Cal. 8mm. 26″ bbl. This seldom encountered variation of the ZB-26 is marked “WAFFENWERKE BRUNN A.G.” on left side of receiver and “ZB 26 No 0534” on right side of receiver, yet retains the eagle crest on the top of receiver with orig “0534” SN and eagle over “63” proof marks. External SNs match. The bolt also exhibits Nazi eagle proof mark with Heinrich Krieghoff firing proof indicating this was a gun probably captured while still in the factory and subsequently finished under German occupation. Bbl appears to be a factory re-number with both Czech and Nazi proofs. Charles ERB bullet logo on flat underneath barrel. Current NFA registration form indicates manufacturer as “WAFFENWERKE BRUNN A.G.”. The gun exhibits the highest quality standards of fit and finish. It includes in addition to its orig bipod and sling an orig Nazi marked magazine loader, four orig 20 rnd magazines; none Nazi marked and one post-war 30 rnd magazine. Also included is an exceedingly rare clamp-on anti-aircraft spider sight. Pretty sweet! Firing mechanism functions 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 4 as Curio & Relic eligible. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish very fine with an exceedingly attractive commercial type blue finish thinning in some places with a plum color to the hardened bbl latch and a brown patina starting on the bipod legs. Wooden furniture has small bruises, dings and scratches, yet is still very solid, serviceable and attractive. Muzzle has slight ding at 11 o’clock position, only noticeable upon close inspection when viewed from front. Mechanics are crisp. Bore is very fine, shiny and bright. Bolt is extremely fine. Sling is fine with supple strong leather. Magazines rate very fine as does magazine loader. For the WWII shooting enthusiast this machine gun is about as good as it gets, as anyone who owns one of these will attest. 52168-5 JWK (35,000-45,000) C&R – Lot 2103
SN BB8559. Cal. .303 British. 21-1/2″ bbl. Bren Mark I marked “MK I. / 1943” on left side of receiver. External SNs do not match as bbl is numbered “BD17079” as well as “FB234”. Bbl is also marked “MK I*”. Bbl retention latch matches receiver SN. Includes two 30 rnd mags and one spare bbl. British broad arrow proofs are present. Left side of receiver is engraved “JPL T AZ85653”, which indicates that at one time this arm was in the possession of a noted firearms enthusiast in Arizona. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval for transfer. This item is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or 4 as Curio & Relic eligible. PROVENANCE: The class III weapons formerly on loan to Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum. CONDITION: Overall finish and appearance is fine with over 90% of black enamel reapplied vintage finish on receiver over orig blue finish chipping in places with some small spots of bare metal right below bbl. Bbl also has a coating of black enamel over its orig blue finish. Wooden carrying handle is of an attractive brown color and has dings and handling marks. Hand grip has only a few slight dings. Buttstock has been sanded and refinished and exhibits an attractive straight grain. Some slight pitting visible in places underneath reapplied finish. Gas port behind bipod shows evidence of firing yet action is extremely smooth. Mechanics are crisp. Bore is very good with shiny lands and grooves with some slight pitting. Spare bbl is fine, with strong bright bore, extremely fine enamel finish, and clean gas port. A good solid example of a hard to find C & R eligible WWII British Bren gun. 52608-2 JWK (25,000-30,000) C&R – Lot 2104
**FANTASTIC CONDITION EARLY STEYR “660” CODE GERMAN MP40 MACHINE GUN ON MATCHING WILSON REGISTERED TUBE (FULLY TRANSFERABLE).
SN MP-495. Cal. 9 mm. 9-7/8″ bbl. Absolutely fantastic attractive “660” code Steyr MP40 SN 597b dated 1940 with all visible numbers matching, including bolt and mainspring assembly, excepting front sight hood which is numbered 597 (probably from the factory). Nazi proofs on numerous parts with very clear and attractive eagle / WaA 623 proofs on bbl. Attractive chocolate brown furnishings. Bakelite resting bar, hexagon bbl nut both typical of Steyr manufacture during this period. Cocking handle locking piece with spring and poppit not present. These are readily available on secondary market and a straight forward fix. Included with this lot is one orig “kur 42” 32 rnd mag, and nine 32 rnd post-war mags. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval for transfer. This item is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or 4. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is extremely fine as refinished. Exceedingly great care was taken to leave proof marks and factory markings clear and attractive. Corner of un-serialized resting bar metal retainer is chipped on left side. It takes the closest observers possible examination to detect pinprick pitting on the right side of the shoulder loop where it attaches to the lower receiver. Mechanics are crisp. Bore is very good, with quite a bit of shine. The attractive color Bakelite, beautiful overall bluing and tight shoulder loop when extended makes this one incredibly attractive MP40. 52619-59 JWK (10,000-15,000) – Lot 2105