GUN SPRING 2017
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 4/11/2017
ENFIELD STEN MK-II MACHINE GUN REPRODUCED TO MK-I PATTERN WITH ACCESSORIES (C&R).ENFIELDSTEN MK IIBT393759MMMODERN; NFA; C&RCal. 9 mm. 12" bbl including flash extension. Loving and extremely professional reproduction of the Sten MK-I utilizing an Enfield MK-II receiver and mag housing with original and exceedingly rare MK-I muzzle break "Eliminator", and finely figured walnut as furniture. Currently fitted with a fixed original MK-I tubular shoulder stock and also including a Swedish "K" folding tube steel shoulder stock retro fitted into a "fantasy" piece, with second web sling, a 7 cell mag pouch, four orig 32 rnd mags, and original small arms training manual copyright 1942, an original 1942 illustrated identification list, original mag loader by Lines Brothers, bbl nut, trigger mechanism cover for MK-II, cleaning rod, mag mandrel, and original broken case extractor. Also included is a reproduction transit chest with original label inside. This adaptation of a MK-II Sten into MK-I retains the MK-II bolt hold open catch by rotating upward when retracting the bolt to the rear. The original MK-I bolt catch would have rotated downward. The mag housing on the MK-II rotates whereas on a true MK-I it would be riveted in place. According to the consignor many of the parts were acquired from a Canadian Military collector including the original flash "Eliminator" authenticated by Peter Laidler. The person who accomplished this reproduction is a well known and highly accomplished old world specialist. Should one desire it, the new owner could readily convert this gun back to MK-II configuration. 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. This weapon is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or form 4. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is near excellent refinish with a gray Parkerized finish on two of main receiver parts. Broad Arrow proofs evident underneath refinish, mags a smooth mostly bare metal patina. Flash hider a dark lustrous blue finish and marked "TOP 16". There are a few light pits underneath refinish on the front sight base, tubular shoulder stock is in original enamel paint with some chipping and handling marks. Original British web gear near excellent as new with stores procurement number. Highly figured wood, absolutely beautiful with only the slightest of handling marks. Bore is near excellent, shiny, and bright. Reproduction transit chest near excellent, painted a pleasing green/gray with nicely fitted interior compartments. It is hard to imagine a more attractive looking or desirable Sten than what we have right here. 51387-1 JWK721 (10,000-18,000)