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LOT 1382
British Proofed U.S. Marlin-Rockwell Model 1918 Browning Machine
Rifle, Class III/NFA C&R Fully Transferable Machine Gun -
Serial no. 26980, 30-06 cal., 24 inch round bbl., blue finish, walnut
stock. A licensed copy of the famed Browning Automatic Rifle, the
1918 Browning Machine Rifle was Marlin-Rockwell’s light machine
gun offering for World War I, offering a virtually unprecedented
combination of firepower and maneuverability for infantry combat
operations. Blade front and folding ladder rear sights, with an “M/8-18”
marked barrel, five-line nomenclature/”PATENT APPLIED FOR” markings
on top of the receiver, three position selector with “F A S” markings
(semi/full/safe) and spring loaded plunger between the full auto and
safe positions. A “crown/GP” British proof is present on the right side
of the receiver. Fitted with a checkered forearm, a smooth pistol grip
stock with “12” panted on the grip heel, and a green canvas sling.
CONDITION: Very fine, with 75% of the arsenal refurbished blue on the
receiver, 95% original blue on the barrel, showing areas of brown and
gray patina, spotting concentrated at the rear of the receiver, dings on and around the
gas cylinder, and takedown lines on the receiver. The wood is very good, with cracks in
the buttstock and stains and scuffs overall. 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: 30,000 - 50,000
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