December 16, 17, & 18, 2025 Firearms & Militaria
Lot #1117:
(M) VERY RARE GL SERIES FABRIQUE NATIONALE FAL HEAVY BARREL SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLE.
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/16/2025
Initially approved for import, G and GL series FN FALs were imported in limited numbers by Browning Arms Co. from 1959 through 1963 when the ATF reversed their decision. Rifles that were already through customs were exempted, with just 21 GL series rifles listed on the C&R list including this example. Full matte black finish. Heavy barrel with long cage flash hider. Protected post front sight and 200-600 meter graduated aperture rear. Right side of the milled receiver is marked with FN address, "F.A.L. cal. - 308 -" on the left. Furniture includes an early long style fluted heavy walnut handguard, smooth walnut folding carry handle, smooth composition pistol grip, and plain walnut stock with flip up butt plate. Includes proper folding bipod and a web sling. CONDITION: Very fine. Nearly all of the original finish is retained with some mild wear and scattered marks. Forend shows the usual impressions from the bipod feet. Carry handle has nicks throughout. Stock also has a few impressions and a couple small chips at the heel. Good, strong bore with some frosting. Fine mechanics. A rare opportunity to acquire an attractive and seldom seen heavy barrel GL series FAL.