GUN SPRING 2016
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 3/14/2016
CLASSIC MARLIN-ROCKWELL MODEL 1918 BROWNING AUTOMATIC RIFLE (C & R).MARLIN ROCKWELL198 BAR256467.30-06MODERN; NFA; C&RCal. 30-06. 24″ bbl. Original Model 1918 B.A.R. with Winchester manufactured bbl dated "2-19". This specimen includes the bi-pod and muzzle as would have been found on a BAR updated for WWII use. No carrying handle present, however flaming bomb proof marks are visible on bbl as well as receiver. Receiver bears makers markings "BROWNING AUTOMATIC RIFLE /U.S. MODEL OF 1918/MFD. BY. MARLIN-ROCKWELL CORP." followed by SN, and then, "PATENT APPLIED FOR". Marked "HL" on underside of receiver, and a small eagle over a "47" proofmark on the top of receiver next to manufacturer mark. Marked on left side of receiver "JPL T AZ 35653" which indicates that this gun was once in the personal collection of Dolf Goldsmith and later passed through the hands of Pat Tomlinson, his long time friend and fellow Class III enthusiast. Includes one 20-rnd magazine. Rich brown checkered American walnut forend and buttstock. No protective ears on the forward edge of the trigger assembly make this specimen immediately recognizable. The butt of the 1918 B.A.R. is shorter in height then the later 1918A2 because it was intended to fit into a specifically designed magazine carrying waist belt metal pocket. This was so that advancing troops could provide "Walking Fire" support as they advanced on enemy positions. Firing mechanism moves smoothly when operated by hand. This weapon appears fully functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval for transfer. This item is fully transferable on an ATF Form 3 or a Form 4. PROVENANCE: Ex-Dolf Goldsmith Collection and the Class III Weapons formerly on loan to the Evergreen Aviation Museum. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is extremely fine as refinished on receiver with replaced bbl more of a brown patina. One can detect some slight scratches under the re-finish on the receiver. Loss of finish to gray metal at high edges of rear sight protective ears. Checkered forend has a few damaged checks and some very light handling marks, as well as a brass pin repair on the left side just forward of the receiver. Still is very attractive. Refinished buttstock has a 4" long crack running parallel to the bore line on the right side as well as a corresponding 3" crack on the left side. There is also an expert inset wood repair at the bottom of the pistol grip. This does not affect serviceability. Bore has strong rifling, dark in the grooves. Ever popular and always fun at the range this specimen is sure to please whoever is fortunate enough to come into possession of it. 49651-10 JWK18 (20,000-30,000)