September 10-12, 2024 Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 9/10/2024
Manufactured by the Jianshe Arsenal in China in classic configuration with hooded post front sight, tangent rear, folding cruciform spike bayonet, and finger groove hardwood carbine stocks. Matching numbers observed on barrel shank and stock, the balance are mixed. Stock has a period painted inscription in French on the right side of the butt presenting this rifle to a Captain as a token of remembrance for his service in Vietnam from his district commander. Inscription has some areas obscured but is otherwise largely legible. No import markings visible. CONDITION: Fair, showing honest military service. Rifle displays a mottled gray patina throughout with some evidence of older oxidation. Stock is dry with expected dings and wear throughout. Oxidized bore with visible rifling. Fine mechanics. A very interesting Vietnam captured rifle.