December 6-8, 2023 Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/8/2023
Built by International Business Machine between August 1943 and May 1944. IBM subcontracted for some parts; in this case, this rifle has an Auto Ordnance receiver. Standard military finish 18" military barrel stamped with "I.B.M. Corp" and dated "12-43 / (Flaming Bomb)" with correct unmarked barrel band with front swivel. Standard early style flip rear sight with "N" marked milled front sight. "BE-B" marked trigger group with unmarked magazine release and unmarked push-button safety. Visibly unmarked recoil shield. Blued round bolt and the slide are marked "A.O.B.". 1-piece slide spring. High wood hardwood stock with "BR-B" mark in slingwell, no cut for M-2 switch, oval cut oil slot, and ordnance wheel inspector marking on right side with unmarked 2-rivet top wood. Complete with a NOS wrapped 15-round magazine, "IS" marked oiler, and web sling. CONDITION: Overall 95% remaining arsenal finish; stock has visible markings but is lightly cleaned. Good bore with ME of 2 and crisp mechanics. No visible import marks.
Accessories
Mag, Oiler, Sling