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LOT 3443
Fabrique Nationale M2 50 Caliber Machine Gun,
Class III/NFA Fully Transferable Machine Gun - Serial
no. IRS5408A, 50 cal., 36 inch round bbl., black finish, walnut grips. A descendant of Browning’s 1917 HMG, the
development of the M2 was first prompted by the emergence of armored aircraft among German forces in
World War I, calling for a greater level of firepower to bring down enemy aircraft. Development continued after
Browning’s passing in 1926, and in 1933 it was adopted by the U.S. armed forces. One of the most versatile
weapons of the 20th century, air-cooled variants of the M2 have been used in a wide spectrum of roles on sea, air
and land, from as fundamental as an infantry heavy machine gun, as rarified as the main armament of top of the
line fighter aircraft, to as oddball as being used as a sniper rifle; the famed Carlos Hathcock used a scoped M2 to
set a confirmed kill record in Vietnam that wouldn’t be beaten until the War on Terror, and still holds a spot on the
top 10 as of this writing. The M2’s final day has yet to arrive, and as of this writing is nowhere in sight; it remains
a best-in-class weapon in use around the world. This example was manufactured by Fabrique Nationale, bearing
their address and Browning patent markings on the left sideplate, and appears configured for use in a flexible vehicle or aircraft mount, with no fixed sights, a
heat shielded barrel, reversible feed hardware, hardwood charging handle, hardwood spade grips and a butterfly trigger.
CONDITION: Very good, with 80% of the arsenal applied black finish present, showing patches of rust and mild wear. The wood shows some dents and scratches.
Mechanically needs work, with some components absent, damaged or out of order. 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: 16,000 - 25,000
LOT 3444
Harrington & Richardson Model 50 Reising Submachine Gun, Class III/NFA C&R
Fully Transferable Machine Gun, with Accessories - Serial no. 55949, 45 ACP cal., 11 inch round bbl., matte gray 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, 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. Magazine absent.
CONDITION: Very fine, with 85% of the thin
original parkerized finish, showing mild spotting,
a few areas of brown patina, and mild handling
marks overall. The stock is also very fine, with mild
scuffs and dents. 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: 8,500 - 13,000