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LOT 393
U.S. Guide Lamp M3 Submachine Gun, Class III/NFA C&R Fully Transferable Machine Gun - Serial no. 215339, 45 ACP cal., 8
inch round bbl., parkerized finish, metal stock. Drawing inspiration from the British STEN gun, the M3 was developed as a high-speed, low-cost substitute for the Thompson family of submachine guns. While lacking the aesthetic charm of the Thompson, the M3 was a serviceable weapon, and would be America’s go-to SMG through World War II and following conflicts. Blade front and peep rear
sights, model nomenclature and Guide Lamp markings on the left side of the magazine well, oiler slot (empty) on the left side of the trigger group cover, the early pattern cocking handle on the right, the combination dust cover and safety on top and a two-position telescoping buttstock. A set of “P” and “flaming bomb” proofs are present on the receiver and bolt, and British proofhouse markings are present on the barrel. A loading tool is included.
CONDITION: Very fine, with 97% plus professionally refinished parkerization, showing light scratches, spotting and handling marks. Mechanically excellent. NOTE: This weapon is a National Firearms Act (NFA), fully transferable Class 3, which is registered with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, (BATFE) that is classified as a “Curios or Relic” as defined in 27 CFR, 478.11. These weapons are still subject to the provisions of 18 U.S.C. Chapter 44 and 27 CFR part 479.
Estimate: 15,000 - 22,500
LOT 394
Harrington & Richardson Model 50 Reising Submachine Gun,
Class III/NFA C&R Fully Transferable Machine Gun - Serial no. S4942, 45
ACP cal., 10 1/2 inch round bbl., parkerized finish, walnut stock. A closed-bolt, blowback-operated submachine gun,
the Reising Model 50 saw action with the U.S. Marines in the Pacific as a substitute for the M1 Thompson, though they
found their best success as defensive weapons for war-essential industries and as patrol carbines for American police
forces. Blade front and elevation adjustable peep rear sights, with a flash hider/muzzle brake, cooling fins on the barrel, narrow-profile magazine well, three-line Worcester address near the ejection port, and three-position selector/safety
on the right side. Smooth pistol grip stock with a cocking lever on the underside and a lightly ribbed buttplate.
CONDITION: Very fine, with 95% of the professionally refinished parkerization, showing scattered handling marks,
covered pitting on the barrel, and fading of the markings. The stock is fine, with some worn or replaced screws and
minor internal chipping. Mechanically fine. NOTE: This weapon is a National Firearms Act (NFA), fully transferable Class
3, which is registered with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, (BATFE) that is classified as a “Curios or Relic” as defined in 27 CFR, 478.11. These weapons are still subject to the provisions of 18 U.S.C. Chapter 44 and 27 CFR part 479. Estimate: 5,500 - 8,500
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