**CHINESE TYPE 56 MACHINE GUN AS BROUGHT BACK FROM VIETNAM (C&R).

SN 12090687. 7.62 X 39 MM. 15-1/2″ bbl. This Chinese manufactured version of the AK-47 includes a statement by the man who brought it back about how he acquired it as well as one 30-rnd magazine and a combat book shelf publication on the AK-47. This rifle is marked on left side of receiver with factory marking “66” within a triangle followed by Chinese characters which translate “56 Type”, and SN. This specimen is equipped with a folding bayonet and cleaning rod. Selector marked with “D” and “L”. Sling swivel on left side of milled steel receiver very solidly affixed in place while sling loop on gas block is slightly loose. Cleaning kit is present within buttstock trap. Mechanism functions smoothly when operated by hand. This gun appears fully functional. CONDITION: Overall finish and appearance is extremely fine with over 90% smooth blued finish thinning on top left portion of receiver cover otherwise with very good coverage. Wood has several deep gouges and scratches in forearm and bbl hand guard with fewer blemishes on pistol grip and buttstock. Bore is excellent, shiny, bright and chrome lined. Bolt face is excellent and clean. Manual is in fine condition. This is one exceedingly fine example of an AK-47 and with its accompanying provenance to Vietnam would made an excellent addition to any Class III collection. 4-51283 JWK91 (15,000-18,000) – Lot 1105

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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.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	1105	$43,125.00	CHINESE TYPE 56 MACHINE GUN AS BROUGHT BACK FROM VIETNAM (C&R). SN 12090687. 7.62 X 39 MM. 15-1/2″ bbl. This Chinese manufactured version of the AK-47 includes a statement by the man who brought it back about how he acquired it as well as one 30-rnd magazine and a combat book shelf publication on the AK-47. This rifle is marked on left side of receiver with factory marking “66” within a triangle followed by Chinese characters which translate “56 Type”, and SN. This specimen is equipped with a folding bayonet and cleaning rod. Selector marked with “D” and “L”. Sling swivel on left side of milled steel receiver very solidly affixed in place while sling loop on gas block is slightly loose. Cleaning kit is present within buttstock trap. Mechanism functions smoothly when operated by hand. This gun appears fully functional. CONDITION: Overall finish and appearance is extremely fine with over 90% smooth blued finish thinning on top left portion of receiver cover otherwise with very good coverage. Wood has several deep gouges and scratches in forearm and bbl hand guard with fewer blemishes on pistol grip and buttstock. Bore is excellent, shiny, bright and chrome lined. Bolt face is excellent and clean. Manual is in fine condition. This is one exceedingly fine example of an AK-47 and with its accompanying provenance to Vietnam would made an excellent addition to any Class III collection. 4-51283 JWK91 (15,000-18,000) – Lot 1105 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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**CHINESE TYPE 56 MACHINE GUN AS BROUGHT BACK FROM VIETNAM (C&R).