*◊ RARE GERMAN WWII PROTOTYPE 30 DEGREE CURVED BARREL BULLET DEFLECTOR WITHOUT SIGHTING APPARATUS FOR MP 43/MP 44/STG 44 (KRUMMLAUF).

Designed to fit on the German assault rifle, this curved bbl bullet deflector assembly is rifled and has 4 gas pressure release holes at the top of the bbl just forward of where the muzzle is inserted. This late war prototype example was never fitted with the complex and no doubt highly expensive prismatic sighting apparatus, nor a front sight post or front sight but served only to test the viability of the bullet deflection principle. It is marked at the bottom of the clamp mechanism (converted from a G.Gr.Ger grenade cup mounting) “djh” over a Nazi eagle over “WAA 76” (the numbers are very difficult to discern, but there is no doubt these are orig markings). The clamp assembly is completely serviceable and it appears this item would function fine if attached to a German assault rifle. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess. CONDITION: Overall finish and appearance is good with significant loss of its orig finish, with significant light pitting and grey patina on exterior surfaces. Crude welding is in evidence where the bbl meets the clamp assembly. The rifling is strong although the bore is dark and dirty. These bullet deflectors were primarily developed for armored troops to use to fend off assaults on their tanks and were tested in versions with 30, 45 and 90 degree deflection angles, to be fired through a ball joint fitted into the tank armor. This is an interesting and scarce prototype of an accessory which is sought after by the German WWII collector as well as the Class 3 enthusiast who happens to have an example of the German WWII assault rifle. 4-53326 (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2009

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
	2009	$5,750.00	◊ RARE GERMAN WWII PROTOTYPE 30 DEGREE CURVED BARREL BULLET DEFLECTOR WITHOUT SIGHTING APPARATUS FOR MP 43/MP 44/STG 44 (KRUMMLAUF). Designed to fit on the German assault rifle, this curved bbl bullet deflector assembly is rifled and has 4 gas pressure release holes at the top of the bbl just forward of where the muzzle is inserted. This late war prototype example was never fitted with the complex and no doubt highly expensive prismatic sighting apparatus, nor a front sight post or front sight but served only to test the viability of the bullet deflection principle. It is marked at the bottom of the clamp mechanism (converted from a G.Gr.Ger grenade cup mounting) “djh” over a Nazi eagle over “WAA 76” (the numbers are very difficult to discern, but there is no doubt these are orig markings). The clamp assembly is completely serviceable and it appears this item would function fine if attached to a German assault rifle. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess. CONDITION: Overall finish and appearance is good with significant loss of its orig finish, with significant light pitting and grey patina on exterior surfaces. Crude welding is in evidence where the bbl meets the clamp assembly. The rifling is strong although the bore is dark and dirty. These bullet deflectors were primarily developed for armored troops to use to fend off assaults on their tanks and were tested in versions with 30, 45 and 90 degree deflection angles, to be fired through a ball joint fitted into the tank armor. This is an interesting and scarce prototype of an accessory which is sought after by the German WWII collector as well as the Class 3 enthusiast who happens to have an example of the German WWII assault rifle. 4-53326 (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2009 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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*◊ RARE GERMAN WWII PROTOTYPE 30 DEGREE CURVED BARREL BULLET DEFLECTOR WITHOUT SIGHTING APPARATUS FOR MP 43/MP 44/STG 44 (KRUMMLAUF).