**GERMAN STG-44 MADE BY MERTZWERKE/C.G. HAENEL (C&R).

**GERMAN STG-44 MADE BY MERTZWERKE/C.G. HAENEL (C&R). SN 8850AI/45. Cal. 7.92X33(8MM Kurtz) bbl 16-1/2″ manufactured 1945 by “cos” (MERTZWERKE), with C.G. Haenel final proof (Eagle over 37) bbl is marked 37 as is front sight post. Bolt is of the later type with cut out under extractor. This gun appears all matching and all original, including bolt,op rod, and buttstock. Buttstock is of the laminated type, reduced height style for vehicle storage. Includes one MP43 marked magazine manufactured by “fxo” (Haenel) and one magazine body only manufactured by “bte” and marked MP 44. Magazine release catch sticks in the closed position, but with some effort, magazine can be removed. Firing mechanism functions when cycled by hand, this weapon passes function check and appears fully functional. CONDITION: Excellent. Overall finish and appearance is 85% dark blue over majority of firearm. Grey phosphate finish over handgrip lower assembly only with forend pretty much in the white with an even grey patina. Bolt has a straw color due to old oil. Bolt face is excellent, shiny and bright as is the bore. Op Rod is also excellent as is recoil spring. Retaining spring on buttstock pin weak. Ejection port cover slightly bent at rear, but could easily be straightened. Wooden hand grips with one deep ding to lower left front corner and slight dent to corresponding lower portion of hand grip. Overall there are some scratches and dings to the finish consistent with wartime use, likely this gun is unfired since WWII, evidenced by the type and consistency of oil in it, as well as the internal parts condition. 4-40324 JWK15 (10,000-15,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2011

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
	1001	$24,150.00	GERMAN STG-44 MADE BY MERTZWERKE/C.G. HAENEL (C&R). SN 8850AI/45. Cal. 7.92X33(8MM Kurtz) bbl 16-1/2″ manufactured 1945 by “cos” (MERTZWERKE), with C.G. Haenel final proof (Eagle over 37) bbl is marked 37 as is front sight post. Bolt is of the later type with cut out under extractor. This gun appears all matching and all original, including bolt,op rod, and buttstock. Buttstock is of the laminated type, reduced height style for vehicle storage. Includes one MP43 marked magazine manufactured by “fxo” (Haenel) and one magazine body only manufactured by “bte” and marked MP 44. Magazine release catch sticks in the closed position, but with some effort, magazine can be removed. Firing mechanism functions when cycled by hand, this weapon passes function check and appears fully functional. CONDITION: Excellent. Overall finish and appearance is 85% dark blue over majority of firearm. Grey phosphate finish over handgrip lower assembly only with forend pretty much in the white with an even grey patina. Bolt has a straw color due to old oil. Bolt face is excellent, shiny and bright as is the bore. Op Rod is also excellent as is recoil spring. Retaining spring on buttstock pin weak. Ejection port cover slightly bent at rear, but could easily be straightened. Wooden hand grips with one deep ding to lower left front corner and slight dent to corresponding lower portion of hand grip. Overall there are some scratches and dings to the finish consistent with wartime use, likely this gun is unfired since WWII, evidenced by the type and consistency of oil in it, as well as the internal parts condition. 4-40324 JWK15 (10,000-15,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2011 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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