**PHOENIX ARMORY MP40 (FULLY TRANSFERABLE).

SN 6940. Cal. 9mm 9.9″ bbl orig German parts on Phoenix Armory manufactured receiver. Receiver was numbered upon registration to match the last four digits of the SN of the lower assembly. Included are two orig German magazines, one marked “ayf 4” which indicates Erma manufacture, and the other marked “bte 43”. Receiver cap of MP40 marked “ayf 42” which indicates Erma was the final assembler of this weapon, the frame of the lower was made by “cnd” (Krupp). Matching numbered swing-out shoulder stock was made by Erma. Bolt, bbl nut and front sight hood all non-matching and from different manufacturers. Included is one orig leather sling and one Desert Publications Operation Guide “The German MP40 Submachine Gun”. Firing mechanism functions smoothly when operated by hand. This weapon appears fully functional. CONDITION: Overall finish and appearance is extremely fine as refinished. Pleasing gun metal gray finish over some old pitting in a few spots, particularly on the swing-out shoulder stock assembly. Bakelite lower is a pleasing chocolate brown color. Bore could use a cleaning and is mostly dark with what appears to be corrosion in the grooves. There is a 1/2″ long strike mark to the bottom of the trigger guard and a 1/8″ dimple on the left side of the trigger guard forward of the trigger. Retaining pins for magazine housing are roll pins as are retaining pins for front sight hood and bbl resting bar which is made of bakelite. Hand grips are in very good condition. Sling is cracking but completely serviceable, “MP40” marking visible through the cracks. This is an attractive looking MP40 with its nice smooth gun metal gray finish and is certain to be a pleasure to shoot for the next owner. 4-51041 (7,500-12,500) – Lot 3251

Auction: Firearms - Spring 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
	3251	$10,350.00	PHOENIX ARMORY MP40 (FULLY TRANSFERABLE). SN 6940. Cal. 9mm 9.9″ bbl orig German parts on Phoenix Armory manufactured receiver. Receiver was numbered upon registration to match the last four digits of the SN of the lower assembly. Included are two orig German magazines, one marked “ayf 4” which indicates Erma manufacture, and the other marked “bte 43”. Receiver cap of MP40 marked “ayf 42” which indicates Erma was the final assembler of this weapon, the frame of the lower was made by “cnd” (Krupp). Matching numbered swing-out shoulder stock was made by Erma. Bolt, bbl nut and front sight hood all non-matching and from different manufacturers. Included is one orig leather sling and one Desert Publications Operation Guide “The German MP40 Submachine Gun”. Firing mechanism functions smoothly when operated by hand. This weapon appears fully functional. CONDITION: Overall finish and appearance is extremely fine as refinished. Pleasing gun metal gray finish over some old pitting in a few spots, particularly on the swing-out shoulder stock assembly. Bakelite lower is a pleasing chocolate brown color. Bore could use a cleaning and is mostly dark with what appears to be corrosion in the grooves. There is a 1/2″ long strike mark to the bottom of the trigger guard and a 1/8″ dimple on the left side of the trigger guard forward of the trigger. Retaining pins for magazine housing are roll pins as are retaining pins for front sight hood and bbl resting bar which is made of bakelite. Hand grips are in very good condition. Sling is cracking but completely serviceable, “MP40” marking visible through the cracks. This is an attractive looking MP40 with its nice smooth gun metal gray finish and is certain to be a pleasure to shoot for the next owner. 4-51041 (7,500-12,500) – Lot 3251 Auction: Firearms - Spring 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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**PHOENIX ARMORY MP40 (FULLY TRANSFERABLE).