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LOT 420
James Moyer MP40 Submachine
Gun, Class III/NFA Fully Transferable
Machine Gun - Serial no. SWC1006, 9 mm cal., 10 inch round bbl., blue finish, metal stock. Manufactured
using a new-made tube receiver and military surplus components, this is a fine representative example of the
MP40 submachine gun of World War II fame. A lightweight CQB weapon, the MP40 was ubiquitous among German military and
paramilitary formations, while also falling into the hands of opposing forces and resistance groups like the Polish Home Army and
French Underground. Hooded blade front and two-leaf rear sights, with “SWC1006/WILM.NC.” on the left side of the receiver, “MP40/bnz.
42/6824/i” on the endcap, and mixed markings and numbers on some components; the barrel and bolt assembly appear remarked to
match the endcap. Fitted with a set of ribbed synthetic side and grip panels, an underfolding stock, and a black leather sling.
Magazine absent.
CONDITION: Very fine overall, showing a plum tone to the receiver and 95% darker refinished blue on the vintage components, with some areas of covered pitting, scattered dings, and light handling marks. The panels show some light scuffs and dings. 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) under the provisions of 18 U.S.C. Chapter 44 and 27 CFR part 479.
Estimate: 9,500 - 16,000
LOT 421 Charles Erb STEN Mark II Submachine Gun, Class III/NFA Fully Transferable Machine Gun - Serial no. E660, 9 mm cal., 8 inch round bbl., matte black phosphate finish, metal stock. Manufactured using military surplus components and a modern commercial production receiver tube, this is a fine example of the British STEN Mark II submachine gun of World War II fame. Front sight absent, with a peep rear sight, Erb markings on the receiver, partially struck out markings on the other components, and a fixed steel tube buttstock. CONDITION: Very fine, with 97% of the matte black phosphate finish, showing scattered dents, scuffs and spotting. The bolt hangs up a bit at the rear, and the semi-automatic function needs adjustment, otherwise 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) under the provisions of 18 U.S.C. Chapter 44 and 27 CFR part 479. Estimate: 9,500 - 14,000