GUN SPRING 2016
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 3/14/2016
US 50 CALIBER BROWNING WATER COOLED MG ON PEDESTAL MOUNT (C & R). GM-FRIGIDAIRE M2 BMG 1964429 .50 BMG NFA Cal. 50. 36" bbl. Model 52 Browning mounted on anti-aircraft pedestal mount. This desirable M2 50 Cal. Browning machine gun was manufactured by the Frigidaire division of General Motors and is so marked on the right sideplate. Includes one 200 rnd orig ammo chest and reel in addition to the pedestal mount. Cooling shroud retains orig brass water hose fittings and covers with retention chains. Brass water drain also present, although valve is stuck in the closed position. Rear sight top plate matches receiver SN. Internal parts appear to be orig and of correct vintage. Reinforcement bracket near charging handle not present. Firing mechanism moves smoothly when operated by hand. This weapon appears fully functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is very good to fine with orig blue finish, scattered pitting and some wear to bare metal at the mounting contact points with some high edge wear. Ammo chest and reel retain orig olive drab painted finish with balance of pedestal mount a later light green military painted finish. Hydraulic mechanism not tested, but mechanically appears serviceable. Hard brown composite handles on cradle in extremely fine condition and actuating mechanism as well as recoil mechanism appear to be serviceable. Bore has strong rifling with quite a bit of brightness, but getting dark in the grooves. This is an exceedingly impressive display piece and anyone who has watched popular films about the attack on Pearl Harbor will recognize this iconic American machine gun. 49651-9 JWK21 (25,000-35,000)