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LOT 411
World War II German “cra” Code MG42, Class
III/NFA C&R Fully Transferable Machine Gun,
with Field Mount and Numerous Accessories -
Serial no. 7962m, 8 mm cal., 23 inch round bbl.,
blue/phosphate finish, synthetic stock. One
of the signature weapons of World War II, the
German MG42 machine gun was one of the best
infantry weapons of the war, blending portability
and intense firepower, while also being more
streamlined in production than earlier weapons.
Dubbed “Hitler’s Buzzsaw”, the MG42’s high
cyclic rate (about 1,200 rounds per minute)
gave it a distinct and intimidating sound, very
alien to American and Commonwealth troopers
trained with and around slower-firing weapons;
at that speed, individual gunshots are replaced with a steady,
disturbing roar. The 42’s life went on after the war, continuing
in service with the West German armed forces rechambered
for NATO-standard calibers, and being used alongside the
FG42 as inspiration for the American M60. Folding blade
front and ladder rear sights are installed on the full length
barrel shroud, along with a screw-on flash hider, and a quick-
release barrel mechanism. A machined trunnion connects the
stamped shroud to the stamped receiver, which is marked “NC/
MG42/7962 m/cra” on the left side, with a set of ribbed pistol
grips, two-position safety switch, and a synthetic buttstock. The
parts are mostly a mixed of both blued and phosphate finish.
Included with the lot are a number of spare parts (including
bolt components and a spare trigger group), four vintage metal
ammo cans, two belt loading tools, three ammo carrier drums,
eleven extra barrels (some 7.62mm marked, some welded/
plugged), four barrel carriers, and one HK marked post-WWII
field mount with illuminator unit and periscope sight.
CONDITION: Very good overall. The barrel shroud and receiver
are a gray patina, with patches of spotting and
mild wear overall, and the shroud showing
heat discoloration at the muzzle, with a strong
blue finish on the flash hider and top cover.
The furniture is fine, with minor scratches.
Mechanically excellent. Accessories are
good to very good overall. The illuminator is
untested, and the scope has fair optics but
shows signs of heavy oxidization. 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: 45,000 - 65,000
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