October 22-23, 2019 Extraordinary, Sporting & Collector Firearms
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/23/2019
Classic World War 2 retrofit of a Marlin Rockwell WW1 model 1918 Browning Automatic Rifle originally manufactured in November 1918 as indicated by the barrel date. As many were, this specimen was retrofitted during WW2 and has added “A2” hand stamped after “1918” on top of receiver. The gun retains the 1st variation adjustable gas cylinder plug, and also has a bipod, carrying handle, smooth wooden fore-end, composite buttstock, and "F A S" selector markings with updated internals. British nitro proof and firing test proofs on left side of barrel indicate this gun was in British hands before returning to the United States. Inter American Import Export Company markings are visible on left side of barrel. Twelve original 20 round magazines and a modern black sling are included with this gun. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is extremely fine over about 92% WW2 Era smooth arsenal refinish with some thinning and some wear to a grey patina at the high edges. Wood and composite furnishings exhibit light but typical handling marks and dings. Mechanics are fine. Bore near excellent shiny and bright. Bolt face is extremely fine. This is a full-auto only (fast and slow) machine gun. The BAR is always a favorite among collectors and shooters. A historic classic which is also loads of fun as the range. A great specimen which may well have seen use in both world wars and likely a returned “lend lease” gun from Great Britain. THIS IS A NATIONAL FIREARMS ACT ITEM AND REQUIRES BATF APPROVAL PRIOR TO TRANSFER. THIS ITEM IS TRANSFERABLE ONLY TO ACTIVE FFL/SOT DEALERS ON AN ATF FORM 3 BUT MAY BE RETAINED BY SOLE PROPRIETOR FFL/SOT HOLDERS WHEN THEY RELINQUISH THEIR LICENSES UPON BATF APPROVAL. JWK 2019-10-48
Accessories
12 Magazines total, 1 sling
Caliber/Bore
.30-06 Springfield
Manufacturer
Marlin Rockwell