**CZECH ZB30J MACHINE GUN DEWAT AS CAPTURED FROM GERMAN 719TH VOLKSGRENADIER DIVISION (C&R).

SN 13896. 7.92mm. 26″ bbl. This weapon is registered as model “Bren Gun Type” on ATF form 5 but is actually a Czech ZB30J as captured from WWII German forces. Includes one 20 round magazine. The ZB30 was a slightly more robust and improved version of the ZB26, designed to fire the post WWI heavier 8 MM Mauser cartridge and incorporated an adjustable gas port. Bbls and bolts of ZB26 will not interchange with this arm. Many of these guns including pre-WWII specimens such as this were taken into service by German forces during WWII. SN matches on all visible parts including bolt, receiver and buttstock. Czech markings remain on left and top side of receiver indicating manufacture at BRNO. This was the Czech designation for the factory which the Germans later took over and redesignated Waffenwerke Brunn. This is a pre 1939 manufactured gun indicated by the National Coat of Arms of Serbia prominently displayed above SN on top of receiver. This model has a robust bbl knurlized in front of and behind bbl carrying handle and has an adjustable gas port at muzzle. Bipod on gas cylinder deploys properly. This example is fitted with socket at bottom of buttstock for attaching it to a tripod. Bolt operates freely within receiver under proper spring tension however chamber has been plugged by adding weld, and bbl locking collar has been spot welded to receiver at 1 o’clock position at forward edge of collar. This weld has been broken so latch partially rotates but enough of the weld remains that latch will not open all the way to remove bbl. This weapon is currently unserviceable. Included in this lot are copies of the original documentation authorizing the weapons exit from the European Theater of Operations, a certified copy of the original amnesty registration form, evidence that this weapon was on display at the Army War College Museum, and a document which states that this weapon was 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 extremely fine with over 90% of its orig dark military finish remaining with some scattered areas of light corrosion on both sides of receiver with gas cylinder exhibiting a gray finish. Bbl latch and receiver display heat discoloration from spot welding in a circle about 1-1/2″ dia at forward edge of bbl latch. Wooden hand grip and buttstock have some bruises, chips and handling marks yet remain serviceable and solid. A brass plate affixed to left side of buttstock, “CAPTURED BY/’G’Co.-276th INF. REGT./FROM/719th VOLKS GRED. Div./AT-SAARBRUKEN, GERMANY”. The provenance of capture and the personal collection of Theo C. Mataxis enhances the value of this already interesting piece. 4-51959 JWK108 (15,000-20,000) – Lot 1095

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Auction: Firearms - Fall 2014

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Image	Lot	Price	Description
	1095	$29,900.00	*CZECH ZB30J MACHINE GUN DEWAT AS CAPTURED FROM GERMAN 719TH VOLKSGRENADIER DIVISION (C&R). SN 13896. 7.92mm. 26″ bbl. This weapon is registered as model “Bren Gun Type” on ATF form 5 but is actually a Czech ZB30J as captured from WWII German forces. Includes one 20 round magazine. The ZB30 was a slightly more robust and improved version of the ZB26, designed to fire the post WWI heavier 8 MM Mauser cartridge and incorporated an adjustable gas port. Bbls and bolts of ZB26 will not interchange with this arm. Many of these guns including pre-WWII specimens such as this were taken into service by German forces during WWII. SN matches on all visible parts including bolt, receiver and buttstock. Czech markings remain on left and top side of receiver indicating manufacture at BRNO. This was the Czech designation for the factory which the Germans later took over and redesignated Waffenwerke Brunn. This is a pre 1939 manufactured gun indicated by the National Coat of Arms of Serbia prominently displayed above SN on top of receiver. This model has a robust bbl knurlized in front of and behind bbl carrying handle and has an adjustable gas port at muzzle. Bipod on gas cylinder deploys properly. This example is fitted with socket at bottom of buttstock for attaching it to a tripod. Bolt operates freely within receiver under proper spring tension however chamber has been plugged by adding weld, and bbl locking collar has been spot welded to receiver at 1 o’clock position at forward edge of collar. This weld has been broken so latch partially rotates but enough of the weld remains that latch will not open all the way to remove bbl. This weapon is currently unserviceable. Included in this lot are copies of the original documentation authorizing the weapons exit from the European Theater of Operations, a certified copy of the original amnesty registration form, evidence that this weapon was on display at the Army War College Museum, and a document which states that this weapon was 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 extremely fine with over 90% of its orig dark military finish remaining with some scattered areas of light corrosion on both sides of receiver with gas cylinder exhibiting a gray finish. Bbl latch and receiver display heat discoloration from spot welding in a circle about 1-1/2″ dia at forward edge of bbl latch. Wooden hand grip and buttstock have some bruises, chips and handling marks yet remain serviceable and solid. A brass plate affixed to left side of buttstock, “CAPTURED BY/’G’Co.-276th INF. REGT./FROM/719th VOLKS GRED. Div./AT-SAARBRUKEN, GERMANY”. The provenance of capture and the personal collection of Theo C. Mataxis enhances the value of this already interesting piece. 4-51959 JWK108 (15,000-20,000) – Lot 1095 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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**CZECH ZB30J MACHINE GUN DEWAT AS CAPTURED FROM GERMAN 719TH VOLKSGRENADIER DIVISION (C&R).