GUN FALL 2017
The live portion of this session begins on Tuesday, October 31, 2017.
EYE CATCHING VIETNAM BRING-BACK CHINESE TYPE 56 (AK-47) MACHINE GUN WITH PROVENANCE(C & R).CHINESETYPE 56 (AK-47)94726717.62x39MMMODERN; NFA; C&RCal. 7.62 x 39mm. 16-1/2" bbl. Very clean Chinese Type 56 machine gun, Amnesty registered Vietnam bring-back with included original amnesty registration Form 4467 (W/orig envelope from BATF) and original hand written provenance from the Veteran who registered the gun. The Veteran from D Troop, 1st Cav Division states in his signed note (signature on note matches the signature on the amnesty registration form)that he "got the AK 47... the day after Christmas right after a cease fire (1966)". Gun also includes orig Chinese marked sling, an orig cleaning kit in the butt trap, an orig bayonet in scabbard, and two steel ribbed 30 rnd mags. Factory 66 markings on left side of receiver with Chinese selector markings. This particular specimen was manufactured in 1965. External SNs match, as do bolt, spring guide and action cover. Action is extremely smooth and clean. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval for transfer. This item is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or 4 as Curio & Relic eligible. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is extremely fine lustrous blue refinish with tiny pin prick pitting barely discernible at left side of sight base and a couple spots on the bbl, receiver, and selector lever. Red stained Wood has been sanded and refinished. Rear sling swivel slightly loose yet completely serviceable. Bayonet is extremely fine orig blue finish with reddish tint to the wooden grips. Mag finish very fine with some slight pitting. Sling is extremely fine, strong and serviceable. Mechanics are crisp. Extremely fine, brilliant, bright chrome line bore. Very attractive looking Vietnam bring-back gun in outstanding clean condition with great provenance and original amnesty registration will make for an eye popping attention getter on display or at the range. 52653-2 JWK131 (30,000-40,000)